Panasonic ZS80 vs Panasonic ZS100

Lets take a more detailed look at the Panasonic ZS80 versus Panasonic ZS100, one being a Small Sensor Superzoom and the latter is a Large Sensor Compact and they are both created by Panasonic. The sensor resolution of the ZS80 (20MP) and the ZS100 (20MP) is relatively similar but the ZS80 (1/2.3") and ZS100 (1") have different sensor sizes.

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The ZS80 was unveiled 2 years later than the ZS100 and that is quite a sizable gap as far as technology is concerned. The two cameras feature different body design with the Panasonic ZS80 being a Compact camera and the Panasonic ZS100 being a Large Sensor Compact camera.

Before getting into a in-depth comparison, here is a concise synopsis of how the ZS80 scores against the ZS100 when considering portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

This is a preview of the gallery photos for Panasonic Lumix DC-ZS80 and Panasonic Lumix DMC-ZS100. The full galleries are available at Panasonic ZS80 Gallery and Panasonic ZS100 Gallery.

If you are intending to carry your camera regularly, you will want to factor in its weight and dimensions. The Panasonic ZS80 comes with physical 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) whilst the Panasonic ZS100 has dimensions of 111mm x 65mm x 44mm (4.4" x 2.6" x 1.7") and a weight of 312 grams (0.69 lbs).

Take a look at the Panasonic ZS80 versus Panasonic ZS100 in the latest Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Don't forget, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will change dependant on the lens you choose at the time. The following is a front view over all size comparison of the ZS80 vs the ZS100.

Taking into account dimensions and weight, the portability score of the ZS80 and ZS100 is 86 and 87 respectively.

Sometimes, it's tough to picture the contrast between sensor sizing only by reading technical specs. The graphic here may provide you a clearer sense of the sensor dimensions in the ZS80 and ZS100.

As you have seen, both cameras feature the identical megapixel count albeit different sensor sizing. The ZS80 provides the tinier sensor which will make obtaining shallower DOF more difficult. The younger ZS80 provides a benefit in sensor tech.