Panasonic ZS80 vs Panasonic ZS15

Here, we will be reviewing the Panasonic ZS80 versus Panasonic ZS15, both Small Sensor Superzoom digital cameras and both are built by Panasonic. There is a sizeable difference between the sensor resolutions of the ZS80 (20MP) and ZS15 (12MP) but both cameras boast the identical sensor sizing (1/2.3").

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The ZS80 was released 5 years later than the ZS15 and that is quite a large gap as far as tech is concerned. Both of the cameras feature the same body design (Compact).

Before delving right into a in-depth comparison, here is a concise view of how the ZS80 scores vs the ZS15 in terms of portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

The following is a preview of the gallery images for Panasonic Lumix DC-ZS80 and Panasonic Lumix DMC-ZS15. The complete galleries are provided at Panasonic ZS80 Gallery and Panasonic ZS15 Gallery.

For anyone who is looking to carry your camera, you'll need to consider its weight and size. The Panasonic ZS80 offers physical measurements 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 ZS15 has specifications of 105mm x 58mm x 33mm (4.1" x 2.3" x 1.3") along with a weight of 208 grams (0.46 lbs).

Examine the Panasonic ZS80 versus Panasonic ZS15 in the new Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Remember, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will vary based on the lens you are using at that time. Here is a front view overall size comparison of the ZS80 compared to the ZS15.

Considering size and weight, the portability grade of the ZS80 and ZS15 is 86 and 92 respectively.

Oftentimes, it is difficult to imagine the gap between sensor sizing purely by checking specs. The visual here will help provide you a far better sense of the sensor sizing in the ZS80 and ZS15.

As you can plainly see, the 2 cameras come with the identical sensor size albeit different resolution. You should expect the Panasonic ZS80 to give you extra detail as a result of its extra 8 Megapixels. Higher resolution will also help you crop photographs a good deal more aggressively. The newer ZS80 should have an advantage in sensor tech.