Panasonic ZS80 vs Panasonic ZR3

Its time to look a bit more closely at the Panasonic ZS80 versus Panasonic ZR3, one is a Small Sensor Superzoom and the latter is a Small Sensor Compact and they are both created by Panasonic. There exists a crucial gap between the sensor resolutions of the ZS80 (20MP) and ZR3 (14MP) but both cameras boast the identical sensor sizes (1/2.3").

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The ZS80 was introduced 8 years after the ZR3 which is quite a serious gap as far as technology is concerned. Both of these cameras feature the same body design (Compact).

Before delving right into a thorough comparison, here is a simple synopsis of how the ZS80 grades versus the ZR3 in relation to portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.

The following is a preview of the gallery images for Panasonic Lumix DC-ZS80 and Panasonic Lumix DMC-ZR3. The whole galleries are viewable at Panasonic ZS80 Gallery and Panasonic ZR3 Gallery.

If you're looking to travel with your camera frequently, you are going to need to think about its weight and volume. The Panasonic ZS80 enjoys physical dimensions 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 ZR3 has sizing of 98mm x 55mm x 26mm (3.9" x 2.2" x 1.0") along with a weight of 159 grams (0.35 lbs).

Check the Panasonic ZS80 versus Panasonic ZR3 in the all new Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Take into consideration, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will differ depending on the lens you have chosen at that time. The following is a front view size comparison of the ZS80 versus the ZR3.

Considering dimensions and weight, the portability score of the ZS80 and ZR3 is 86 and 94 respectively.

More often than not, it is difficult to visualize the contrast between sensor dimensions simply by reviewing a spec sheet. The pic underneath may give you a much better sense of the sensor dimensions in the ZS80 and ZR3.

Clearly, both cameras feature the identical sensor size albeit different megapixels. You should expect the Panasonic ZS80 to deliver more detail using its extra 6 Megapixels. Higher resolution can also enable you to crop photographs way more aggressively. The more modern ZS80 provides an edge with regard to sensor tech.