Panasonic S1H vs Panasonic ZS80

Here is a extended review of the Panasonic S1H versus Panasonic ZS80, former being a Pro Mirrorless while the other is a Small Sensor Superzoom and they are both designed by Panasonic. The resolution of the S1H (24MP) and the ZS80 (20MP) is very similar but the S1H (Full frame) and ZS80 (1/2.3") enjoy totally different sensor sizing.

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The S1H was announced 19 months later than the ZS80 making the cameras a generation apart from each other. Both of these cameras come with different body type with the Panasonic S1H being a SLR-style mirrorless camera and the Panasonic ZS80 being a Compact camera.

Before delving through a comprehensive comparison, below is a quick highlight of how the S1H scores versus the ZS80 for portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

This is a sample of the gallery pics for Panasonic Lumix DC-S1H & Panasonic Lumix DC-ZS80. The whole galleries are viewable at Panasonic S1H Gallery & Panasonic ZS80 Gallery.

For anybody who is aiming to carry your camera frequently, you will want to think about its weight and measurements. The Panasonic S1H has physical measurements of 151mm x 114mm x 110mm (5.9" x 4.5" x 4.3") having a weight of 1052 grams (2.32 lbs) and the Panasonic ZS80 has proportions of 112mm x 69mm x 42mm (4.4" x 2.7" x 1.7") having a weight of 327 grams (0.72 lbs).

Compare the Panasonic S1H versus Panasonic ZS80 in our brand new Camera & Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Take into account, the weight of an ILC will change based on the lens you are working with at the time. Following is the front view dimensions comparison of the S1H compared to the ZS80.

Considering size and weight, the portability grade of the S1H and ZS80 is 52 and 86 respectively.

Oftentimes, it's hard to see the difference between sensor sizing purely by reviewing technical specs. The photograph below may offer you a much better sense of the sensor sizing in the S1H and ZS80.

As you can tell, both of those cameras have got different megapixels and different sensor sizing. The S1H having a larger sensor will make getting bokeh simpler and the Panasonic S1H will deliver greater detail with its extra 4 Megapixels. Greater resolution can also let you crop images much more aggressively. The more recent S1H will have an advantage with regard to sensor tech.