Olympus TG-860 vs Panasonic ZS80

Below, we will be evaluating the Olympus TG-860 vs Panasonic ZS80, one being a Waterproof and the latter is a Small Sensor Superzoom by brands Olympus and Panasonic. The resolution of the TG-860 (16MP) and the ZS80 (20MP) is pretty similar and they enjoy the exact same sensor dimensions (1/2.3").

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The TG-860 was released 4 years before the ZS80 and that is quite a sizable gap as far as tech is concerned. Each of these cameras come with different body type with the Olympus TG-860 being a Ultracompact camera and the Panasonic ZS80 being a Compact camera.

Before diving through a in-depth comparison, below is a quick introduction of how the TG-860 scores vs the ZS80 in regards to portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

This is a preview of the gallery images for Olympus Stylus Tough TG-860 and Panasonic Lumix DC-ZS80. The complete galleries are available at Olympus TG-860 Gallery and Panasonic ZS80 Gallery.

If you're aiming to carry your camera, you're going to have to factor its weight and dimensions. The Olympus TG-860 enjoys outer dimensions of 110mm x 64mm x 28mm (4.3" x 2.5" x 1.1") and a weight of 224 grams (0.49 lbs) while 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).

Examine the Olympus TG-860 vs Panasonic ZS80 in the new Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Keep in mind, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will vary depending on the lens you are utilising at that time. Following is the front view overall size comparison of the TG-860 and the ZS80.

Taking into account size and weight, the portability score of the TG-860 and ZS80 is 91 and 86 respectively.

Generally, it can be difficult to visualise the gap between sensor sizing only by reading technical specs. The photograph below will give you a stronger sense of the sensor sizes in the TG-860 and ZS80.

As you have seen, both the cameras have got the exact same sensor measurements albeit not the same megapixels. You should expect the Panasonic ZS80 to deliver extra detail as a result of its extra 4MP. Higher resolution can also allow you to crop shots much more aggressively. The older TG-860 is going to be behind when it comes to sensor innovation.