Panasonic ZS80 vs Panasonic LX3

Lets look more closely at the Panasonic ZS80 vs Panasonic LX3, one is a Small Sensor Superzoom and the other is a Small Sensor Compact and both are built by Panasonic. There is a significant difference between the resolutions of the ZS80 (20MP) and LX3 (10MP) and the ZS80 (1/2.3") and LX3 (1/1.63") boast different sensor size.

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The ZS80 was brought out 9 years after the LX3 which is quite a sizable gap as far as tech is concerned. Both of these cameras have the same body design (Compact).

Before going right into a full comparison, here is a quick overview of how the ZS80 grades against the LX3 with regards to portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.

This is a sample of the gallery pics for Panasonic Lumix DC-ZS80 and Panasonic Lumix DMC-LX3. The entire galleries are viewable at Panasonic ZS80 Gallery and Panasonic LX3 Gallery.

In case you're going to travel with your camera, you will have to consider its weight and proportions. The Panasonic ZS80 enjoys outer dimensions of 112mm x 69mm x 42mm (4.4" x 2.7" x 1.7") having a weight of 327 grams (0.72 lbs) while the Panasonic LX3 has measurements of 109mm x 60mm x 27mm (4.3" x 2.4" x 1.1") along with a weight of 265 grams (0.58 lbs).

Contrast the Panasonic ZS80 vs Panasonic LX3 in the new Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Remember that, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will change based on the lens you select at that time. The following is a front view dimensions comparison of the ZS80 vs the LX3.

Taking into account size and weight, the portability rating of the ZS80 and LX3 is 86 and 91 respectively.

In many cases, it can be difficult to picture the difference between sensor dimensions just by going over specs. The image below will help offer you a better sense of the sensor dimensions in the ZS80 and LX3.

All in all, both of these cameras have different megapixels and different sensor dimensions. The ZS80 featuring a tinier sensor is going to make getting bokeh tougher and the Panasonic ZS80 will deliver extra detail having its extra 10MP. Greater resolution will enable you to crop photos a bit more aggressively. The more modern ZS80 provides an advantage with regard to sensor tech.