Panasonic ZS80 vs Panasonic FP7

Let's examine more in depth at the Panasonic ZS80 and Panasonic FP7, one being a Small Sensor Superzoom and the other is a Ultracompact and both of them are sold by Panasonic. There exists a huge gap among the image resolutions of the ZS80 (20MP) and FP7 (16MP) but they come with the same exact sensor sizing (1/2.3").

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The ZS80 was unveiled 7 years later than the FP7 and that is a fairly significant gap as far as camera technology is concerned. Both the cameras offer different body type with the Panasonic ZS80 being a Compact camera and the Panasonic FP7 being a Ultracompact camera.

Before diving in to a step-by-step comparison, below is a brief summary of how the ZS80 matches up versus the FP7 with respect to portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

The following is a sample of the gallery pictures for Panasonic Lumix DC-ZS80 and Panasonic Lumix DMC-FP7. The full galleries are available at Panasonic ZS80 Gallery and Panasonic FP7 Gallery.

If you're intending to carry your camera regularly, you should factor in its weight and size. The Panasonic ZS80 has outer measurements of 112mm x 69mm x 42mm (4.4" x 2.7" x 1.7") with a weight of 327 grams (0.72 lbs) while the Panasonic FP7 has specifications of 101mm x 59mm x 18mm (4.0" x 2.3" x 0.7") along with a weight of 147 grams (0.32 lbs).

Compare the Panasonic ZS80 and Panasonic FP7 in the new Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Do not forget, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will vary depending on the lens you have attached at that time. Underneath is the front view dimensions comparison of the ZS80 compared to the FP7.

Taking into consideration dimensions and weight, the portability grade of the ZS80 and FP7 is 86 and 95 respectively.

More often than not, it's tough to imagine the contrast in sensor sizing merely by seeing specs. The photograph below may offer you a stronger sense of the sensor sizing in the ZS80 and FP7.

All in all, each of the cameras offer the same exact sensor sizing but different resolution. You should anticipate the Panasonic ZS80 to produce more detail having an extra 4 Megapixels. Greater resolution can also allow you to crop pics a little more aggressively. The fresher ZS80 should have an edge in sensor innovation.