Nikon P80 vs Panasonic ZS50

Lets look a bit more closely at the Nikon P80 vs Panasonic ZS50, both Small Sensor Superzoom digital cameras by competitors Nikon and Panasonic. The image resolution of the P80 (10MP) and the ZS50 (12MP) is pretty well matched and both cameras boast the same sensor sizes (1/2.3").

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The P80 was manufactured 7 years earlier than the ZS50 which is quite a significant gap as far as technology is concerned. Both cameras have different body design with the Nikon P80 being a SLR-like (bridge) camera and the Panasonic ZS50 being a Compact camera.

Before going right into a in depth comparison, here is a concise synopsis of how the P80 grades versus the ZS50 with regard to portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.

Below is a preview of the gallery images for Nikon Coolpix P80 and Panasonic Lumix DMC-ZS50. The entire galleries are available at Nikon P80 Gallery and Panasonic ZS50 Gallery.

In case you're intending to travel with your camera, you will need to factor its weight and dimensions. The Nikon P80 features physical measurements of 110mm x 79mm x 78mm (4.3" x 3.1" x 3.1") along with a weight of 405 grams (0.89 lbs) and the Panasonic ZS50 has dimensions of 111mm x 65mm x 34mm (4.4" x 2.6" x 1.3") with a weight of 243 grams (0.54 lbs).

Look at the Nikon P80 vs Panasonic ZS50 in the new Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Bear in mind, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will differ based on the lens you have at the time. Following is a front view proportions comparison of the P80 versus the ZS50.

Using dimensions and weight, the portability score of the P80 and ZS50 is 75 and 90 respectively.

Normally, its difficult to imagine the gap between sensor dimensions only by reading through specifications. The picture below will help give you a stronger sense of the sensor measurements in the P80 and ZS50.

To sum up, both cameras have the same sensor dimensions albeit different resolution. You should expect the Panasonic ZS50 to give you greater detail due to its extra 2MP. Higher resolution will also help you crop shots a bit more aggressively. The more aged P80 is going to be behind with regard to sensor technology.