Panasonic ZS80 vs Panasonic TS1

Its time to take a deeper look at the Panasonic ZS80 versus Panasonic TS1, one being a Small Sensor Superzoom and the latter is a Waterproof and both are sold by Panasonic. There exists a significant gap between the image resolutions of the ZS80 (20MP) and TS1 (12MP) but both cameras have the identical sensor size (1/2.3").

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The ZS80 was launched 9 years later than the TS1 and that is quite a sizable gap as far as technology is concerned. Both of these cameras feature the same body design (Compact).

Before going straight to a more detailed comparison, here is a short summary of how the ZS80 grades against the TS1 in regards to portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

The following is a preview of the gallery photos for Panasonic Lumix DC-ZS80 and Panasonic Lumix DMC-TS1. The complete galleries are available at Panasonic ZS80 Gallery and Panasonic TS1 Gallery.

If you're aiming to carry your camera often, you have to consider its weight and dimensions. The Panasonic ZS80 has exterior dimensions of 112mm x 69mm x 42mm (4.4" x 2.7" x 1.7") along with a weight of 327 grams (0.72 lbs) and the Panasonic TS1 has dimensions of 98mm x 63mm x 23mm (3.9" x 2.5" x 0.9") along with a weight of 189 grams (0.42 lbs).

See the Panasonic ZS80 versus Panasonic TS1 in the latest Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Take into account, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will differ depending on the lens you are using during that time. Below is a front view dimension comparison of the ZS80 compared to the TS1.

Looking at dimensions and weight, the portability grade of the ZS80 and TS1 is 86 and 93 respectively.

Quite often, it's hard to visualise the contrast between sensor sizing just by reading through technical specs. The photograph below should give you a better sense of the sensor sizes in the ZS80 and TS1.

As you have seen, both cameras come with the identical sensor size albeit not the same MP. You should count on the Panasonic ZS80 to resolve greater detail utilizing its extra 8MP. Higher resolution can also help you crop pictures a good deal more aggressively. The more modern ZS80 will have a benefit in sensor technology.