Panasonic ZS80 vs Ricoh G900

The following is a in depth overview of the Panasonic ZS80 vs Ricoh G900, former is a Small Sensor Superzoom while the latter is a Waterproof by manufacturers Panasonic and Ricoh. The sensor resolution of the ZS80 (20MP) and the G900 (20MP) is pretty close and both cameras offer the identical sensor size (1/2.3").

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The ZS80 was announced within a month of the G900 which means that they are of a similar age. Both of these cameras feature the same body design (Compact).

Before going into a step-by-step comparison, here is a simple summation of how the ZS80 grades vs the G900 in regards to portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.

This is a preview of the gallery images for Panasonic Lumix DC-ZS80 & Ricoh G900. The whole galleries are provided at Panasonic ZS80 Gallery & Ricoh G900 Gallery.

For anyone who is looking to travel with your camera, you should take into account its weight and volume. The Panasonic ZS80 offers physical dimensions of 112mm x 69mm x 42mm (4.4" x 2.7" x 1.7") and a weight of 327 grams (0.72 lbs) whilst the Ricoh G900 has sizing of 118mm x 66mm x 33mm (4.6" x 2.6" x 1.3") and a weight of 247 grams (0.54 lbs).

Contrast the Panasonic ZS80 vs Ricoh G900 in our newest Camera plus Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Take into account, the weight of an ILC will differ depending on the lens you have chosen at that time. Here is a front view scale comparison of the ZS80 and the G900.

Factoring in dimensions and weight, the portability rating of the ZS80 and G900 is 86 and 89 respectively.

Sometimes, it is tough to envision the gap in sensor dimensions merely by viewing specs. The picture underneath should give you a much better sense of the sensor sizes in the ZS80 and G900.

All in all, the 2 cameras come with the identical sensor size and the same megapixels therefore you can expect comparable quality of photographs but you should really consider the age of the cameras into account.