Olympus E-M10 IV vs Panasonic ZS80

Here is a thorough analysis of the Olympus E-M10 IV versus Panasonic ZS80, former being a Entry-Level Mirrorless while the other is a Small Sensor Superzoom by competitors Olympus and Panasonic. The resolution of the E-M10 IV (20MP) and the ZS80 (20MP) is very similar but the E-M10 IV (Four Thirds) and ZS80 (1/2.3") use totally different sensor dimensions.

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The E-M10 IV was launched 2 years later than the ZS80 and that is quite a big difference as far as technology is concerned. Each of the cameras come with different body type with the Olympus E-M10 IV being a SLR-style mirrorless camera and the Panasonic ZS80 being a Compact camera.

Before we go through a more detailed comparison, below is a concise synopsis of how the E-M10 IV matches up versus the ZS80 in relation to portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

Following is a sample of the gallery pics for Olympus OM-D E-M10 IV & Panasonic Lumix DC-ZS80. The complete galleries are viewable at Olympus E-M10 IV Gallery & Panasonic ZS80 Gallery.

When you are planning to carry your camera often, you're going to have to take into account its weight and dimensions. The Olympus E-M10 IV features external dimensions of 122mm x 84mm x 49mm (4.8" x 3.3" x 1.9") accompanied by a weight of 383 grams (0.84 lbs) and the Panasonic ZS80 has dimensions of 112mm x 69mm x 42mm (4.4" x 2.7" x 1.7") with a weight of 327 grams (0.72 lbs).

Check the Olympus E-M10 IV versus Panasonic ZS80 in our newest Camera & Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Always remember, the weight of an ILC will vary based on the lens you are employing at that time. The following is the front view size comparison of the E-M10 IV vs the ZS80.

Factoring in dimensions and weight, the portability grade of the E-M10 IV and ZS80 is 81 and 86 respectively.

Quite often, its hard to envision the difference between sensor sizing only by reading specifications. The visual here will give you a clearer sense of the sensor sizes in the E-M10 IV and ZS80.

To sum up, both cameras posses the exact same megapixel count but not the same sensor sizing. The E-M10 IV contains the larger sensor which will make achieving shallow depth of field easier. The fresher E-M10 IV is going to have an advantage with regard to sensor innovation.