Nikon P100 vs Panasonic ZS80

On this page, we are reviewing the Nikon P100 vs Panasonic ZS80, both Small Sensor Superzoom digital cameras by brands Nikon and Panasonic. There is a big difference between the image resolutions of the P100 (10MP) and ZS80 (20MP) but both cameras offer the same sensor size (1/2.3").

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The P100 was brought out 8 years prior to the ZS80 which is quite a big gap as far as tech is concerned. Each of the cameras have different body design with the Nikon P100 being a SLR-like (bridge) camera and the Panasonic ZS80 being a Compact camera.

Before getting straight to a more detailed comparison, here is a brief introduction of how the P100 matches up against the ZS80 in terms of portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.

The following is a sample of the gallery pics for Nikon Coolpix P100 and Panasonic Lumix DC-ZS80. The entire galleries are provided at Nikon P100 Gallery and Panasonic ZS80 Gallery.

For those who are intending to travel with your camera often, you should think about its weight and measurements. The Nikon P100 offers exterior measurements of 114mm x 83mm x 99mm (4.5" x 3.3" x 3.9") along with a weight of 481 grams (1.06 lbs) whilst the Panasonic ZS80 has proportions of 112mm x 69mm x 42mm (4.4" x 2.7" x 1.7") along with a weight of 327 grams (0.72 lbs).

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Take into consideration, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will vary dependant on the lens you are utilising during that time. Here is a front view over all size comparison of the P100 against the ZS80.

Factoring in size and weight, the portability rating of the P100 and ZS80 is 68 and 86 respectively.

Often, it's hard to picture the contrast between sensor dimensions purely by reading through specifications. The image here will offer you a clearer sense of the sensor sizing in the P100 and ZS80.

Plainly, both cameras have the same sensor dimensions but different resolution. You should expect to see the Panasonic ZS80 to resolve greater detail having its extra 10 Megapixels. Greater resolution can also allow you to crop images a bit more aggressively. The more aged P100 is going to be disadvantaged when it comes to sensor tech.