Nikon 1 J5 vs Panasonic ZS80

In this write-up, we are reviewing the Nikon 1 J5 versus Panasonic ZS80, one being a Entry-Level Mirrorless and the other is a Small Sensor Superzoom by brands Nikon and Panasonic. The image resolution of the 1 J5 (21MP) and the ZS80 (20MP) is fairly well matched but the 1 J5 (1") and ZS80 (1/2.3") possess different sensor sizing.

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The 1 J5 was introduced 3 years prior to the ZS80 and that is quite a sizable gap as far as tech is concerned. The two cameras offer different body type with the Nikon 1 J5 being a Rangefinder-style mirrorless camera and the Panasonic ZS80 being a Compact camera.

Before going in to a thorough comparison, below is a short summation of how the 1 J5 matches up against the ZS80 when considering portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.

Here is a sample of the gallery pictures for Nikon 1 J5 and Panasonic Lumix DC-ZS80. The whole galleries are provided at Nikon 1 J5 Gallery and Panasonic ZS80 Gallery.

For those who are intending to lug around your camera, you have to take into account its weight and size. The Nikon 1 J5 has physical measurements of 98mm x 60mm x 32mm (3.9" x 2.4" x 1.3") and a weight of 231 grams (0.51 lbs) while the Panasonic ZS80 has specifications of 112mm x 69mm x 42mm (4.4" x 2.7" x 1.7") along with a weight of 327 grams (0.72 lbs).

Take a look at the Nikon 1 J5 versus Panasonic ZS80 in the latest Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Don't forget, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will change based on the lens you are utilizing at that moment. The following is the front view measurements comparison of the 1 J5 vs the ZS80.

Factoring in size and weight, the portability score of the 1 J5 and ZS80 is 91 and 86 respectively.

Usually, it is hard to visualize the gap between sensor measurements just by reading through a spec sheet. The photograph below will provide you a far better sense of the sensor measurements in the 1 J5 and ZS80.

Clearly, both cameras offer different resolutions and different sensor measurements. The 1 J5 having a larger sensor is going to make getting shallower depth of field less difficult and the Nikon 1 J5 will give you extra detail using its extra 1MP. Greater resolution will help you crop pics a little more aggressively. The older 1 J5 is going to be behind with regard to sensor innovation.