Panasonic ZS80 vs Pentax MX-1

Here, we are comparing the Panasonic ZS80 versus Pentax MX-1, one is a Small Sensor Superzoom and the other is a Small Sensor Compact by manufacturers Panasonic and Pentax. There exists a big gap among the image resolutions of the ZS80 (20MP) and MX-1 (12MP) and the ZS80 (1/2.3") and MX-1 (1/1.7") offer totally different sensor size.

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The ZS80 was revealed 4 years after the MX-1 which is a fairly big gap as far as camera technology is concerned. Each of the cameras feature the same body design (Compact).

Before getting into a in-depth comparison, here is a short introduction of how the ZS80 scores versus the MX-1 for portability, imaging, features and an overall score.

The following is a sample of the gallery pics for Panasonic Lumix DC-ZS80 and Pentax MX-1. The full galleries are viewable at Panasonic ZS80 Gallery and Pentax MX-1 Gallery.

If you're intending to carry around your camera often, you will want to factor in its weight and size. The Panasonic ZS80 enjoys external 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 Pentax MX-1 has specifications of 122mm x 61mm x 51mm (4.8" x 2.4" x 2.0") with a weight of 391 grams (0.86 lbs).

Analyze the Panasonic ZS80 versus Pentax MX-1 in the latest Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Keep in mind, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will vary dependant on the lens you use at the time. Here is a front view overall size comparison of the ZS80 compared to the MX-1.

Taking into consideration dimensions and weight, the portability rating of the ZS80 and MX-1 is 86 and 84 respectively.

Quite often, it is hard to envision the difference in sensor sizes purely by going through specs. The picture underneath may give you a clearer sense of the sensor dimensions in the ZS80 and MX-1.

As you can plainly see, both the cameras come with different megapixels and different sensor sizes. The ZS80 using its smaller sensor will make achieving bokeh harder and the Panasonic ZS80 will show more detail because of its extra 8 Megapixels. Greater resolution will also allow you to crop photos a good deal more aggressively. The more recent ZS80 is going to have a benefit in sensor innovation.