Panasonic ZS80 vs Ricoh CX4

On this page, we will be evaluating the Panasonic ZS80 and Ricoh CX4, both Small Sensor Superzoom digital cameras by brands Panasonic and Ricoh. There is a huge difference between the image resolutions of the ZS80 (20MP) and CX4 (10MP) but both cameras boast the same sensor sizes (1/2.3").

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The ZS80 was brought out 7 years after the CX4 which is quite a significant gap as far as tech is concerned. Both of the cameras have the same body design (Compact).

Before we go into a comprehensive comparison, here is a brief introduction of how the ZS80 scores vs the CX4 with respect to portability, imaging, features and an overall score.

Here is a preview of the gallery photos for Panasonic Lumix DC-ZS80 and Ricoh CX4. The entire galleries are provided at Panasonic ZS80 Gallery and Ricoh CX4 Gallery.

For anyone who is aiming to carry around your camera often, you need to think about its weight and size. The Panasonic ZS80 features outside measurements of 112mm x 69mm x 42mm (4.4" x 2.7" x 1.7") accompanied by a weight of 327 grams (0.72 lbs) while the Ricoh CX4 has specifications of 102mm x 59mm x 29mm (4.0" x 2.3" x 1.1") accompanied by a weight of 205 grams (0.45 lbs).

Analyze the Panasonic ZS80 and Ricoh CX4 in the all new Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Take into consideration, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will vary dependant on the lens you select during that time. Following is a front view physical size comparison of the ZS80 compared to the CX4.

Looking at size and weight, the portability grade of the ZS80 and CX4 is 86 and 92 respectively.

Often, its tough to imagine the difference between sensor sizes merely by going over technical specs. The pic underneath may provide you a stronger sense of the sensor sizing in the ZS80 and CX4.

As you can tell, both the cameras have the same sensor dimensions albeit different megapixels. You should count on the Panasonic ZS80 to offer extra detail having its extra 10MP. Higher resolution can also enable you to crop photographs a bit more aggressively. The more recent ZS80 should have a benefit in sensor technology.