Panasonic ZS80 vs Panasonic L10

Below is a extensive analysis of the Panasonic ZS80 versus Panasonic L10, one being a Small Sensor Superzoom and the other is a Advanced DSLR and both of them are produced by Panasonic. There is a big difference between the image resolutions of the ZS80 (20MP) and L10 (10MP) and the ZS80 (1/2.3") and L10 (Four Thirds) have different sensor sizing.

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The ZS80 was revealed 10 years later than the L10 and that is quite a big gap as far as tech is concerned. Both of the cameras feature different body design with the Panasonic ZS80 being a Compact camera and the Panasonic L10 being a Mid-size SLR camera.

Before going into a in-depth comparison, here is a brief summation of how the ZS80 grades vs the L10 with 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-L10. The full galleries are provided at Panasonic ZS80 Gallery and Panasonic L10 Gallery.

If you are looking to lug around your camera regularly, you need to factor its weight and size. The Panasonic ZS80 enjoys physical measurements of 112mm x 69mm x 42mm (4.4" x 2.7" x 1.7") along with a weight of 327 grams (0.72 lbs) while the Panasonic L10 has specifications of 135mm x 96mm x 78mm (5.3" x 3.8" x 3.1") accompanied by a weight of 556 grams (1.23 lbs).

Look at the Panasonic ZS80 versus Panasonic L10 in the latest Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Remember, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will vary depending on the lens you are utilizing at that time. The following is a front view proportions comparison of the ZS80 vs the L10.

Factoring in size and weight, the portability score of the ZS80 and L10 is 86 and 66 respectively.

Usually, it is difficult to imagine the contrast between sensor measurements just by reading through specs. The visual below will provide you a stronger sense of the sensor sizing in the ZS80 and L10.

All in all, the two cameras feature different megapixels and different sensor measurements. The ZS80 with its tinier sensor is going to make getting shallower DOF more difficult and the Panasonic ZS80 will give extra detail because of its extra 10MP. Greater resolution can also help you crop pics way more aggressively. The fresher ZS80 should have an advantage in sensor tech.