Panasonic ZS80 vs Panasonic FZ80

Below is a extended comparison of the Panasonic ZS80 and Panasonic FZ80, both Small Sensor Superzoom digital cameras and both of them are created by Panasonic. The sensor resolution of the ZS80 (20MP) and the FZ80 (18MP) is relatively well matched and both cameras have the identical sensor dimensions (1/2.3").

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The ZS80 was announced 14 months later than the FZ80 which makes them a generation apart from each other. The two cameras feature different body design with the Panasonic ZS80 being a Compact camera and the Panasonic FZ80 being a SLR-like (bridge) camera.

Before we go straight to a complete comparison, here is a short summation of how the ZS80 scores versus the FZ80 in regards to portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.

The following is a preview of the gallery photos for Panasonic Lumix DC-ZS80 & Panasonic Lumix DMC-FZ80. The whole galleries are provided at Panasonic ZS80 Gallery & Panasonic FZ80 Gallery.

For those who are aiming to lug around your camera frequently, you should take into account its weight and size. The Panasonic ZS80 features exterior measurements of 112mm x 69mm x 42mm (4.4" x 2.7" x 1.7") and a weight of 327 grams (0.72 lbs) while the Panasonic FZ80 has specifications of 130mm x 94mm x 119mm (5.1" x 3.7" x 4.7") and a weight of 616 grams (1.36 lbs).

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Always remember, the weight of an ILC will change depending on the lens you are employing at that time. Underneath is a front view measurement comparison of the ZS80 and the FZ80.

Considering size and weight, the portability score of the ZS80 and FZ80 is 86 and 63 respectively.

Oftentimes, it is difficult to see the gap between sensor measurements simply by looking at specs. The graphic below will help provide you a much better sense of the sensor sizing in the ZS80 and FZ80.

As you can plainly see, both of these cameras feature the identical sensor size albeit not the same MP. You can count on the Panasonic ZS80 to resolve extra detail with its extra 2MP. Higher resolution will also make it easier to crop shots way more aggressively. The more recent ZS80 will have an edge when it comes to sensor technology.