Panasonic ZS80 vs Pentax W80

Let's look more closely at the Panasonic ZS80 vs Pentax W80, one being a Small Sensor Superzoom and the latter is a Small Sensor Compact by rivals Panasonic and Pentax. There is a sizeable difference between the image resolutions of the ZS80 (20MP) and W80 (12MP) but they enjoy the same exact sensor dimensions (1/2.3").

Samsung Releases Faster Versions of EVO MicroSD Cards

The ZS80 was released 8 years later than the W80 and that is quite a large gap as far as tech is concerned. Both of these cameras offer the identical body type (Compact).

Before going in to a comprehensive comparison, below is a quick summation of how the ZS80 scores vs the W80 in the way of portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.

Following is a preview of the gallery photos for Panasonic Lumix DC-ZS80 and Pentax Optio W80. The complete galleries are provided at Panasonic ZS80 Gallery and Pentax W80 Gallery.

For anyone who is intending to lug around your camera frequently, you'll have to factor its weight and volume. The Panasonic ZS80 features outside measurements of 112mm x 69mm x 42mm (4.4" x 2.7" x 1.7") with a weight of 327 grams (0.72 lbs) and the Pentax W80 has sizing of 100mm x 56mm x 25mm (3.9" x 2.2" x 1.0") with a weight of 156 grams (0.34 lbs).

Examine the Panasonic ZS80 vs Pentax W80 in the new Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Keep in mind, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will change depending on the lens you are employing at that moment. The following is the front view size comparison of the ZS80 compared to the W80.

Factoring in size and weight, the portability score of the ZS80 and W80 is 86 and 94 respectively.

Oftentimes, its tough to visualise the contrast between sensor measurements only by reading specifications. The photograph underneath should give you a stronger sense of the sensor measurements in the ZS80 and W80.

Plainly, each of the cameras offer the same exact sensor sizing albeit not the same MP. You should count on the Panasonic ZS80 to offer greater detail as a result of its extra 8 Megapixels. Higher resolution can also help you crop photographs a little more aggressively. The fresher ZS80 is going to have an advantage when it comes to sensor innovation.