Panasonic ZS80 vs Samsung Galaxy Camera

On this page, we will be comparing the Panasonic ZS80 and Samsung Galaxy Camera, both Small Sensor Superzoom digital cameras by companies Panasonic and Samsung. There exists a significant gap between the sensor resolutions of the ZS80 (20MP) and Galaxy Camera (16MP) but both cameras provide the same sensor measurements (1/2.3").

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The ZS80 was introduced 5 years after the Galaxy Camera which is quite a sizable gap as far as technology is concerned. Both of the cameras have the same body design (Compact).

Before getting into a comprehensive comparison, here is a simple synopsis of how the ZS80 scores against the Galaxy Camera with regards to portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.

Following is a preview of the gallery photos for Panasonic Lumix DC-ZS80 and Samsung Galaxy Camera. The whole galleries are viewable at Panasonic ZS80 Gallery and Samsung Galaxy Camera Gallery.

For anybody who is planning to travel with your camera frequently, you need to think about its weight and size. The Panasonic ZS80 comes with outer dimensions 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 Samsung Galaxy Camera has specifications of 129mm x 71mm x 19mm (5.1" x 2.8" x 0.7") with a weight of 300 grams (0.66 lbs).

Examine the Panasonic ZS80 and Samsung Galaxy Camera in the all new Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Do not forget, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will differ depending on the lens you are working with at that time. Here is a front view over all size comparison of the ZS80 compared to the Galaxy Camera.

Considering dimensions and weight, the portability score of the ZS80 and Galaxy Camera is 86 and 90 respectively.

Normally, it can be difficult to picture the gap between sensor dimensions merely by reading through a spec sheet. The image here may give you a clearer sense of the sensor sizes in the ZS80 and Galaxy Camera.

Clearly, both the cameras have the same sensor dimensions albeit different resolution. You should count on the Panasonic ZS80 to give you extra detail using its extra 4 Megapixels. Higher resolution will also enable you to crop photographs a bit more aggressively. The younger ZS80 should have an advantage with regard to sensor technology.