Nikon P80 vs Panasonic ZS25

In this article, we are reviewing the Nikon P80 and Panasonic ZS25, both Small Sensor Superzoom cameras by manufacturers Nikon and Panasonic. There is a large difference among the sensor resolutions of the P80 (10MP) and ZS25 (16MP) but they come with the same exact sensor measurements (1/2.3").

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The P80 was manufactured 5 years before the ZS25 which is a fairly serious difference 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 ZS25 being a Compact camera.

Before diving straight into a detailed comparison, below is a short overview of how the P80 grades versus the ZS25 with regards to portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.

This is a sample of the gallery pictures for Nikon Coolpix P80 & Panasonic Lumix DMC-ZS25. The entire galleries are available at Nikon P80 Gallery & Panasonic ZS25 Gallery.

If you are planning to travel with your camera, you will want to factor its weight and size. The Nikon P80 offers physical dimensions of 110mm x 79mm x 78mm (4.3" x 3.1" x 3.1") accompanied by a weight of 405 grams (0.89 lbs) whilst the Panasonic ZS25 has specifications of 105mm x 59mm x 28mm (4.1" x 2.3" x 1.1") with a weight of 193 grams (0.43 lbs).

Take a look at the Nikon P80 and Panasonic ZS25 in our brand new Camera plus Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Always remember, the weight of an ILC will change depending on the lens you have attached at that time. Here is the front view over all size comparison of the P80 compared to the ZS25.

Factoring in size and weight, the portability score of the P80 and ZS25 is 75 and 93 respectively.

Usually, it is very difficult to visualise the difference in sensor dimensions just by seeing specifications. The image here should give you a better sense of the sensor dimensions in the P80 and ZS25.

Plainly, both the cameras offer the same exact sensor sizing but not the same resolution. You can anticipate the Panasonic ZS25 to show extra detail due to its extra 6 Megapixels. Greater resolution can also let you crop images a little more aggressively. The more aged P80 will be disadvantaged with regard to sensor technology.