Nikon AW120 vs Panasonic ZS80

Let's look a bit more in depth at the Nikon AW120 vs Panasonic ZS80, one is a Waterproof and the latter is a Small Sensor Superzoom by manufacturers Nikon and Panasonic. The image resolution of the AW120 (16MP) and the ZS80 (20MP) is pretty comparable and both cameras boast the identical sensor measurements (1/2.3").

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The AW120 was brought out 5 years before the ZS80 which is a fairly big gap as far as camera technology is concerned. Each of these cameras feature the same body design (Compact).

Before we go straight to a full comparison, here is a brief summary of how the AW120 matches up vs the ZS80 when it comes to portability, imaging, features and an overall score.

Below is a preview of the gallery images for Nikon Coolpix AW120 and Panasonic Lumix DC-ZS80. The entire galleries are provided at Nikon AW120 Gallery and Panasonic ZS80 Gallery.

If you are aiming to carry around your camera regularly, you should consider its weight and size. The Nikon AW120 has got outside dimensions of 110mm x 66mm x 26mm (4.3" x 2.6" x 1.0") having a weight of 213 grams (0.47 lbs) and the Panasonic ZS80 has specifications of 112mm x 69mm x 42mm (4.4" x 2.7" x 1.7") accompanied by a weight of 327 grams (0.72 lbs).

Contrast the Nikon AW120 vs Panasonic ZS80 in the all new Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Don't forget, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will vary dependant on the lens you are employing at that moment. Underneath is a front view proportions comparison of the AW120 vs the ZS80.

Looking at dimensions and weight, the portability rating of the AW120 and ZS80 is 92 and 86 respectively.

Quite often, its hard to see the difference in sensor sizes merely by checking out technical specs. The picture below might provide you a much better sense of the sensor sizes in the AW120 and ZS80.

As you can tell, the two cameras feature the identical sensor size albeit not the same MP. You should expect the Panasonic ZS80 to provide more detail having its extra 4MP. Higher resolution will also enable you to crop shots way more aggressively. The more aged AW120 will be behind in sensor tech.