Panasonic ZS80 vs Panasonic FH2

Lets take a deeper look at the Panasonic ZS80 vs Panasonic FH2, one being a Small Sensor Superzoom and the other is a Small Sensor Compact and both of them are offered by Panasonic. There is a significant difference among the image resolutions of the ZS80 (20MP) and FH2 (14MP) but they feature the same exact sensor dimensions (1/2.3").

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The ZS80 was unveiled 7 years later than the FH2 and that is a fairly sizable gap as far as camera tech is concerned. The two cameras offer the identical body type (Compact).

Before diving in to a thorough comparison, below is a quick view of how the ZS80 grades versus the FH2 in regards to portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.

Following is a sample of the gallery pics for Panasonic Lumix DC-ZS80 and Panasonic Lumix DMC-FH2. The full galleries are viewable at Panasonic ZS80 Gallery and Panasonic FH2 Gallery.

If you're intending to lug around your camera regularly, you will need to factor in its weight and dimensions. The Panasonic ZS80 enjoys outside measurements of 112mm x 69mm x 42mm (4.4" x 2.7" x 1.7") accompanied by a weight of 327 grams (0.72 lbs) whilst the Panasonic FH2 has dimensions of 94mm x 54mm x 19mm (3.7" x 2.1" x 0.7") along with a weight of 121 grams (0.27 lbs).

Contrast the Panasonic ZS80 vs Panasonic FH2 in the latest Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Always remember, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will differ based on the lens you are using at that time. The following is the front view proportions comparison of the ZS80 vs the FH2.

Factoring in size and weight, the portability rating of the ZS80 and FH2 is 86 and 96 respectively.

Oftentimes, it is very tough to envision the difference in sensor measurements merely by checking out technical specs. The visual here will help offer you a better sense of the sensor sizing in the ZS80 and FH2.

As you have seen, both cameras enjoy the same exact sensor sizing but not the same resolution. You should expect to see the Panasonic ZS80 to provide more detail having an extra 6MP. Greater resolution can also make it easier to crop pics far more aggressively. The fresher ZS80 is going to have an edge when it comes to sensor technology.