Panasonic ZS80 vs Panasonic ZS50

Here, we are reviewing the Panasonic ZS80 and Panasonic ZS50, both Small Sensor Superzoom digital cameras and they are both designed by Panasonic. There exists a crucial gap between the resolutions of the ZS80 (20MP) and ZS50 (12MP) but both cameras have the identical sensor size (1/2.3").

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The ZS80 was introduced 3 years later than the ZS50 and that is quite a serious gap as far as technology is concerned. Each of these cameras feature the same body design (Compact).

Before delving right into a more detailed comparison, here is a simple synopsis of how the ZS80 matches up vs the ZS50 in relation to portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

Following is a sample of the gallery pictures for Panasonic Lumix DC-ZS80 and Panasonic Lumix DMC-ZS50. The whole galleries are provided at Panasonic ZS80 Gallery and Panasonic ZS50 Gallery.

When you are going to carry your camera, you will want to take into account its weight and proportions. The Panasonic ZS80 has outer 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 ZS50 has measurements of 111mm x 65mm x 34mm (4.4" x 2.6" x 1.3") along with a weight of 243 grams (0.54 lbs).

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Do not forget, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will vary depending on the lens you are utilising at that time. Here is a front view physical size comparison of the ZS80 vs the ZS50.

Using dimensions and weight, the portability score of the ZS80 and ZS50 is 86 and 90 respectively.

More often than not, it is very hard to picture the contrast between sensor sizing just by looking at technical specs. The photograph underneath should offer you a clearer sense of the sensor dimensions in the ZS80 and ZS50.

As you can tell, both of those cameras come with the identical sensor size but different megapixels. You should anticipate the Panasonic ZS80 to resolve extra detail using its extra 8MP. Greater resolution will also let you crop images a good deal more aggressively. The more recent ZS80 should have an edge with regard to sensor innovation.