Olympus 8010 vs Panasonic ZS80

Let's look more closely at the Olympus 8010 versus Panasonic ZS80, one being a Waterproof and the latter is a Small Sensor Superzoom by manufacturers Olympus and Panasonic. There exists a significant gap between the sensor resolutions of the 8010 (13MP) and ZS80 (20MP) but both cameras have the identical sensor size (1/2.3").

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The 8010 was introduced 9 years before the ZS80 and that is quite a sizable gap as far as technology is concerned. Each of the cameras feature the same body design (Compact).

Before getting right into a in depth comparison, here is a brief synopsis of how the 8010 matches up versus the ZS80 in relation to portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

Here is a preview of the gallery images for Olympus Stylus Tough 8010 and Panasonic Lumix DC-ZS80. The whole galleries are viewable at Olympus 8010 Gallery and Panasonic ZS80 Gallery.

For those who are aiming to carry your camera regularly, you will have to consider its weight and dimensions. The Olympus 8010 comes with outside measurements of 98mm x 64mm x 24mm (3.9" x 2.5" x 0.9") accompanied by a weight of 245 grams (0.54 lbs) while the Panasonic ZS80 has dimensions of 112mm x 69mm x 42mm (4.4" x 2.7" x 1.7") having a weight of 327 grams (0.72 lbs).

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Take into account, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will vary dependant on the lens you select at that time. The following is a front view proportions comparison of the 8010 against the ZS80.

Factoring in dimensions and weight, the portability grade of the 8010 and ZS80 is 92 and 86 respectively.

Typically, it can be difficult to imagine the contrast between sensor sizing just by going over a spec sheet. The photograph underneath will offer you a much better sense of the sensor measurements in the 8010 and ZS80.

As you can see, both of the cameras feature the identical sensor size albeit different resolution. You should expect the Panasonic ZS80 to deliver extra detail using its extra 7 Megapixels. Higher resolution will allow you to crop photographs way more aggressively. The older 8010 is going to be behind when it comes to sensor innovation.