Panasonic ZS80 vs Panasonic S1
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Panasonic ZS80 vs Panasonic S1 Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 20MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 3" Tilting Display
- ISO 80 - 3200 (Expand to 6400)
- Optical Image Stabilization
- 3840 x 2160 video
- 24-720mm (F3.3-6.4) lens
- 327g - 112 x 69 x 42mm
- Launched February 2018
- Alternative Name is Lumix DC-TZ95
- Replaced the Panasonic ZS70
(Full Review)
- 12MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 2.7" Fixed Screen
- ISO 100 - 6400
- Optical Image Stabilization
- 1280 x 720 video
- 28-112mm (F3.1-5.6) lens
- 117g - 99 x 59 x 21mm
- Announced January 2011

Panasonic ZS80 vs Panasonic S1 Overview
The following is a detailed overview of the Panasonic ZS80 versus Panasonic S1, former is a Small Sensor Superzoom while the latter is a Small Sensor Compact and both are manufactured by Panasonic. There exists a substantial gap between the image resolutions of the ZS80 (20MP) and S1 (12MP) but they enjoy the same exact sensor measurements (1/2.3").

The ZS80 was introduced 7 years after the S1 which is quite a big difference as far as technology is concerned. Both of these cameras offer the identical body type (Compact).
Before we go through a in depth comparison, below is a brief highlight of how the ZS80 grades versus the S1 in terms of portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.

Panasonic ZS80 vs Panasonic S1 Gallery
Here is a preview of the gallery images for Panasonic Lumix DC-ZS80 & Panasonic Lumix DMC-S1. The whole galleries are available at Panasonic ZS80 Gallery & Panasonic S1 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Panasonic ZS80 over the Panasonic S1
ZS80 | S1 | |||
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Announced | February 2018 | ![]() | January 2011 | Newer by 87 months |
Manually focus | ![]() | Dial exact focus | ||
Screen type | Tilting | ![]() | Fixed | Tilting screen |
Screen sizing | 3" | ![]() | 2.7" | Bigger screen (+0.3") |
Screen resolution | 1040k | ![]() | 230k | Crisper screen (+810k dot) |
Selfie screen | ![]() | Easy selfies | ||
Touch screen | ![]() | Quickly navigate |
Reasons to pick Panasonic S1 over the Panasonic ZS80
S1 | ZS80 |
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Common features in the Panasonic ZS80 and Panasonic S1
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Panasonic ZS80 vs Panasonic S1 Physical Comparison
For anyone who is planning to travel with your camera often, you'll have to factor its weight and size. The Panasonic ZS80 features external measurements of 112mm x 69mm x 42mm (4.4" x 2.7" x 1.7") with a weight of 327 grams (0.72 lbs) whilst the Panasonic S1 has specifications of 99mm x 59mm x 21mm (3.9" x 2.3" x 0.8") accompanied by a weight of 117 grams (0.26 lbs).
Examine the Panasonic ZS80 versus Panasonic S1 in our newest Camera plus Lens Size Comparison Tool.
Remember, the weight of an ILC will change based on the lens you are employing during that time. Below is the front view over all size comparison of the ZS80 versus the S1.

Taking into consideration dimensions and weight, the portability rating of the ZS80 and S1 is 86 and 96 respectively.

Panasonic ZS80 vs Panasonic S1 Sensor Comparison
Typically, it is very difficult to picture the contrast between sensor dimensions simply by reading specifications. The pic underneath should provide you a more clear sense of the sensor sizing in the ZS80 and S1.
Plainly, the two cameras enjoy the same exact sensor sizing albeit different resolution. You can expect the Panasonic ZS80 to offer you extra detail using its extra 8 Megapixels. Higher resolution can also let you crop pictures far more aggressively. The newer ZS80 provides an advantage when it comes to sensor innovation.

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Panasonic ZS80 vs Panasonic S1 Specifications
Panasonic Lumix DC-ZS80 | Panasonic Lumix DMC-S1 | |
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General Information | ||
Brand | Panasonic | Panasonic |
Model type | Panasonic Lumix DC-ZS80 | Panasonic Lumix DMC-S1 |
Otherwise known as | Lumix DC-TZ95 | - |
Category | Small Sensor Superzoom | Small Sensor Compact |
Launched | 2018-02-18 | 2011-01-05 |
Physical type | Compact | Compact |
Sensor Information | ||
Powered by | Venus Engine | Venus Engine IV |
Sensor type | BSI-CMOS | CCD |
Sensor size | 1/2.3" | 1/2.3" |
Sensor measurements | 6.17 x 4.55mm | 6.08 x 4.56mm |
Sensor surface area | 28.1mm² | 27.7mm² |
Sensor resolution | 20 megapixels | 12 megapixels |
Anti alias filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 1:1, 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 | 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 |
Full resolution | 5184 x 3888 | 4000 x 3000 |
Max native ISO | 3200 | 6400 |
Max boosted ISO | 6400 | - |
Min native ISO | 80 | 100 |
RAW format | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Manual focusing | ||
Touch to focus | ||
Continuous AF | ||
AF single | ||
AF tracking | ||
AF selectice | ||
AF center weighted | ||
AF multi area | ||
Live view AF | ||
Face detect AF | ||
Contract detect AF | ||
Phase detect AF | ||
Total focus points | - | 11 |
Lens | ||
Lens support | fixed lens | fixed lens |
Lens zoom range | 24-720mm (30.0x) | 28-112mm (4.0x) |
Largest aperture | f/3.3-6.4 | f/3.1-5.6 |
Macro focusing distance | 3cm | 5cm |
Focal length multiplier | 5.8 | 5.9 |
Screen | ||
Type of display | Tilting | Fixed Type |
Display sizing | 3 inch | 2.7 inch |
Resolution of display | 1,040k dots | 230k dots |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch display | ||
Display tech | - | TFT LCD |
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder type | Electronic | None |
Viewfinder resolution | 2,330k dots | - |
Viewfinder coverage | 100 percent | - |
Viewfinder magnification | 0.53x | - |
Features | ||
Slowest shutter speed | 4 seconds | 8 seconds |
Maximum shutter speed | 1/2000 seconds | 1/1600 seconds |
Maximum quiet shutter speed | 1/16000 seconds | - |
Continuous shooting rate | 10.0 frames/s | - |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Expose Manually | ||
Exposure compensation | Yes | - |
Change WB | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Integrated flash | ||
Flash distance | 5.60 m (with Auto ISO) | 3.30 m |
Flash settings | Auto, Auto/Red-eye Reduction, Forced On, Forced On/Red-eye Reduction, Slow Sync, Slow Sync/Red-eye Reduction, Forced Off | Auto, On, Off, Red-Eye reduction |
External flash | ||
AE bracketing | ||
White balance bracketing | ||
Exposure | ||
Multisegment metering | ||
Average metering | ||
Spot metering | ||
Partial metering | ||
AF area metering | ||
Center weighted metering | ||
Video features | ||
Supported video resolutions | 3840 x 2160 (30p), 1920 x 1080 (60p, 60i, 30p), 1280 x 720 (30p), 640 x 480 (30p) | 1280 x 720 (30fps), 640 x 480 (30 fps), 320 x 240 (30 fps) |
Max video resolution | 3840x2160 | 1280x720 |
Video data format | MPEG-4, H.264 | Motion JPEG |
Microphone support | ||
Headphone support | ||
Connectivity | ||
Wireless | Built-In | None |
Bluetooth | ||
NFC | ||
HDMI | ||
USB | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) |
GPS | None | None |
Physical | ||
Environmental sealing | ||
Water proofing | ||
Dust proofing | ||
Shock proofing | ||
Crush proofing | ||
Freeze proofing | ||
Weight | 327g (0.72 pounds) | 117g (0.26 pounds) |
Dimensions | 112 x 69 x 42mm (4.4" x 2.7" x 1.7") | 99 x 59 x 21mm (3.9" x 2.3" x 0.8") |
DXO scores | ||
DXO All around rating | not tested | not tested |
DXO Color Depth rating | not tested | not tested |
DXO Dynamic range rating | not tested | not tested |
DXO Low light rating | not tested | not tested |
Other | ||
Battery life | 380 pictures | 240 pictures |
Battery style | Battery Pack | Battery Pack |
Self timer | Yes | Yes (2 or 10 sec) |
Time lapse recording | ||
Storage type | SD/SDHC/SDXC (UHS-I supported) | SD/SDHC/SDXC, Internal |
Card slots | Single | Single |
Retail pricing | $448 | $269 |