Panasonic ZS80 vs Samsung DV300F

Following is a in-depth comparison of the Panasonic ZS80 versus Samsung DV300F, one is a Small Sensor Superzoom and the other is a Small Sensor Compact by manufacturers Panasonic and Samsung. There is a sizeable difference among the image resolutions of the ZS80 (20MP) and DV300F (16MP) but they use the exact same sensor measurements (1/2.3").

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The ZS80 was unveiled 6 years after the DV300F which is a fairly large gap as far as camera tech is concerned. Both cameras come with the identical body type (Compact).

Before we go through a detailed comparison, below is a concise summation of how the ZS80 scores against the DV300F in regards to portability, imaging, features and an overall score.

Following is a sample of the gallery pictures for Panasonic Lumix DC-ZS80 and Samsung DV300F. The full galleries are viewable at Panasonic ZS80 Gallery and Samsung DV300F Gallery.

If you are planning to carry around your camera, you'll need to take into account its weight and volume. The Panasonic ZS80 enjoys physical measurements of 112mm x 69mm x 42mm (4.4" x 2.7" x 1.7") having a weight of 327 grams (0.72 lbs) and the Samsung DV300F has sizing of 95mm x 57mm x 18mm (3.7" x 2.2" x 0.7") accompanied by a weight of 133 grams (0.29 lbs).

Compare the Panasonic ZS80 versus Samsung DV300F in the all new Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Always remember, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will differ dependant on the lens you are utilising at that time. Following is the front view proportions comparison of the ZS80 versus the DV300F.

Using size and weight, the portability rating of the ZS80 and DV300F is 86 and 96 respectively.

Usually, it is very difficult to envision the contrast in sensor sizes just by looking through a spec sheet. The image underneath will help give you a better sense of the sensor measurements in the ZS80 and DV300F.

Clearly, both of those cameras posses the exact same sensor measurements but not the same MP. You should anticipate the Panasonic ZS80 to render more detail having an extra 4 Megapixels. Greater resolution will allow you to crop images somewhat more aggressively. The more recent ZS80 is going to have an edge with regard to sensor innovation.