Panasonic ZS80 vs Panasonic FZ100

In this write-up, we are contrasting the Panasonic ZS80 and Panasonic FZ100, both Small Sensor Superzoom digital cameras and they are both sold by Panasonic. There is a substantial difference between the image resolutions of the ZS80 (20MP) and FZ100 (14MP) but they feature the same exact sensor size (1/2.3").

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The ZS80 was manufactured 7 years later than the FZ100 and that is quite a big difference as far as tech is concerned. Each of these cameras offer different body type with the Panasonic ZS80 being a Compact camera and the Panasonic FZ100 being a SLR-like (bridge) camera.

Before going in to a full comparison, below is a quick summation of how the ZS80 scores against the FZ100 in relation to portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.

Below is a sample of the gallery pics for Panasonic Lumix DC-ZS80 & Panasonic Lumix DMC-FZ100. The entire galleries are viewable at Panasonic ZS80 Gallery & Panasonic FZ100 Gallery.

When you are planning to lug around your camera often, you'll need to take into account its weight and measurements. The Panasonic ZS80 has exterior dimensions 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 FZ100 has proportions of 124mm x 82mm x 92mm (4.9" x 3.2" x 3.6") with a weight of 540 grams (1.19 lbs).

Take a look at the Panasonic ZS80 and Panasonic FZ100 in our brand new Camera & Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Always remember, the weight of an ILC will change dependant on the lens you use at that time. Following is the front view sizing comparison of the ZS80 and the FZ100.

Taking into account size and weight, the portability score of the ZS80 and FZ100 is 86 and 67 respectively.

Usually, it is very tough to visualize the contrast between sensor measurements purely by going over specifications. The photograph here will help provide you a much better sense of the sensor dimensions in the ZS80 and FZ100.

Plainly, both of the cameras enjoy the same exact sensor sizing but different resolution. You can expect to see the Panasonic ZS80 to deliver more detail due to its extra 6MP. Greater resolution will help you crop photos far more aggressively. The fresher ZS80 provides an edge in sensor innovation.