Olympus SZ-16 iHS vs Panasonic ZS80

On this page, we will be comparing the Olympus SZ-16 iHS versus Panasonic ZS80, both Small Sensor Superzoom cameras by brands Olympus and Panasonic. The sensor resolution of the SZ-16 iHS (16MP) and the ZS80 (20MP) is relatively close and both cameras have the same sensor dimensions (1/2.3").

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The SZ-16 iHS was revealed 6 years earlier than the ZS80 and that is a fairly serious gap as far as camera tech is concerned. Both cameras have the same body design (Compact).

Before diving into a thorough comparison, here is a quick summary of how the SZ-16 iHS matches up against the ZS80 with respect to portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.

This is a preview of the gallery photos for Olympus SZ-16 iHS and Panasonic Lumix DC-ZS80. The full galleries are available at Olympus SZ-16 iHS Gallery and Panasonic ZS80 Gallery.

In case you're intending to lug around your camera, you will have to factor its weight and volume. The Olympus SZ-16 iHS has got outer measurements of 108mm x 70mm x 40mm (4.3" x 2.8" x 1.6") with a weight of 226 grams (0.50 lbs) whilst the Panasonic ZS80 has sizing of 112mm x 69mm x 42mm (4.4" x 2.7" x 1.7") with a weight of 327 grams (0.72 lbs).

Look at the Olympus SZ-16 iHS versus Panasonic ZS80 in the new Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Don't forget, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will differ depending on the lens you are employing at that time. Underneath is a front view physical size comparison of the SZ-16 iHS and the ZS80.

Using size and weight, the portability score of the SZ-16 iHS and ZS80 is 89 and 86 respectively.

Often, it is very tough to imagine the difference in sensor measurements purely by researching specifications. The photograph here might give you a clearer sense of the sensor measurements in the SZ-16 iHS and ZS80.

Plainly, each of these cameras provide the same sensor dimensions albeit different MP. You should count on the Panasonic ZS80 to result in more detail because of its extra 4 Megapixels. Higher resolution can also allow you to crop shots more aggressively. The older SZ-16 iHS will be behind when it comes to sensor tech.