Panasonic ZS80 vs Panasonic FZ40

Following is a complete overview of the Panasonic ZS80 vs Panasonic FZ40, both Small Sensor Superzoom digital cameras and they are both offered by Panasonic. There exists a significant gap between the image resolutions of the ZS80 (20MP) and FZ40 (14MP) but both cameras boast the identical sensor sizes (1/2.3").

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The ZS80 was revealed 7 years after the FZ40 which is quite a sizable gap as far as technology is concerned. Both of the cameras feature different body design with the Panasonic ZS80 being a Compact camera and the Panasonic FZ40 being a SLR-like (bridge) camera.

Before going right into a more detailed comparison, here is a brief summation of how the ZS80 grades versus the FZ40 for portability, imaging, features and an overall score.

Following is a sample of the gallery pics for Panasonic Lumix DC-ZS80 and Panasonic Lumix DMC-FZ40. The full galleries are viewable at Panasonic ZS80 Gallery and Panasonic FZ40 Gallery.

When you are intending to carry around your camera, you should factor its weight and proportions. The Panasonic ZS80 features outside dimensions of 112mm x 69mm x 42mm (4.4" x 2.7" x 1.7") having a weight of 327 grams (0.72 lbs) and the Panasonic FZ40 has measurements of 120mm x 80mm x 92mm (4.7" x 3.1" x 3.6") with a weight of 494 grams (1.09 lbs).

Compare the Panasonic ZS80 vs Panasonic FZ40 in the latest Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Keep in mind, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will vary dependant on the lens you are utilizing at that moment. Following is a front view dimensions comparison of the ZS80 and the FZ40.

Using dimensions and weight, the portability score of the ZS80 and FZ40 is 86 and 68 respectively.

More often than not, it can be tough to visualize the gap between sensor sizes just by looking at specifications. The pic here might offer you a more clear sense of the sensor dimensions in the ZS80 and FZ40.

Plainly, both of the cameras come with the identical sensor size but different megapixels. You should expect to see the Panasonic ZS80 to give greater detail because of its extra 6MP. Greater resolution will also allow you to crop pics a good deal more aggressively. The more modern ZS80 should have a benefit with regard to sensor innovation.