Nikon B700 vs Panasonic ZS80

Lets take a closer look at the Nikon B700 vs Panasonic ZS80, both Small Sensor Superzoom cameras by brands Nikon and Panasonic. The resolution of the B700 (20MP) and the ZS80 (20MP) is very comparable and they possess the same exact sensor sizes (1/2.3").

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The B700 was revealed 24 months earlier than the ZS80 making the cameras a generation away from one another. The two cameras offer different body type with the Nikon B700 being a SLR-like (bridge) camera and the Panasonic ZS80 being a Compact camera.

Before we go straight into a comprehensive comparison, below is a simple introduction of how the B700 scores against the ZS80 when considering portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.

Below is a sample of the gallery pics for Nikon Coolpix B700 & Panasonic Lumix DC-ZS80. The full galleries are viewable at Nikon B700 Gallery & Panasonic ZS80 Gallery.

In case you're planning to travel with your camera regularly, you should factor its weight and measurements. The Nikon B700 comes with outside measurements of 125mm x 85mm x 107mm (4.9" x 3.3" x 4.2") with a weight of 565 grams (1.25 lbs) while the Panasonic ZS80 has proportions of 112mm x 69mm x 42mm (4.4" x 2.7" x 1.7") and a weight of 327 grams (0.72 lbs).

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Bear in mind, the weight of an ILC will vary depending on the lens you use at the time. Following is the front view overall size comparison of the B700 vs the ZS80.

Factoring in dimensions and weight, the portability grade of the B700 and ZS80 is 65 and 86 respectively.

More often than not, it is very difficult to see the gap in sensor dimensions only by seeing a spec sheet. The pic underneath should provide you a much better sense of the sensor sizing in the B700 and ZS80.

As you can see, both cameras enjoy the same exact sensor sizing and the same megapixels so you can expect comparable quality of photos although you would want to consider the launch date of the cameras into account. The more aged B700 will be disadvantaged with regard to sensor technology.