Nikon P80 vs Panasonic LX7

Lets examine more in depth at the Nikon P80 versus Panasonic LX7, one is a Small Sensor Superzoom and the other is a Small Sensor Compact by manufacturers Nikon and Panasonic. The resolution of the P80 (10MP) and the LX7 (10MP) is fairly comparable but the P80 (1/2.3") and LX7 (1/1.7") use totally different sensor size.

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The P80 was brought out 4 years prior to the LX7 which is a fairly significant gap as far as camera tech is concerned. The two cameras offer different body type with the Nikon P80 being a SLR-like (bridge) camera and the Panasonic LX7 being a Compact camera.

Before delving in to a complete comparison, below is a brief view of how the P80 grades vs the LX7 with regards to portability, imaging, features and an overall score.

The following is a sample of the gallery pictures for Nikon Coolpix P80 and Panasonic Lumix DMC-LX7. The entire galleries are viewable at Nikon P80 Gallery and Panasonic LX7 Gallery.

When you are intending to carry around your camera regularly, you'll need to take into account its weight and volume. The Nikon P80 enjoys outside measurements of 110mm x 79mm x 78mm (4.3" x 3.1" x 3.1") and a weight of 405 grams (0.89 lbs) and the Panasonic LX7 has sizing of 111mm x 68mm x 46mm (4.4" x 2.7" x 1.8") with a weight of 298 grams (0.66 lbs).

Compare the Nikon P80 versus Panasonic LX7 in the latest Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Do not forget, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will vary depending on the lens you are utilising at that time. Following is the front view over all size comparison of the P80 compared to the LX7.

Using size and weight, the portability grade of the P80 and LX7 is 75 and 86 respectively.

Oftentimes, it is hard to see the contrast in sensor sizes merely by checking out specifications. The picture here will give you a much better sense of the sensor measurements in the P80 and LX7.

Plainly, both cameras enjoy the same exact MP but not the same sensor sizes. The P80 offers the smaller sensor which should make achieving shallow DOF more difficult. The more aged P80 will be behind when it comes to sensor technology.