Panasonic ZS80 vs Samsung Galaxy Camera 2

In this article, we are matching up the Panasonic ZS80 vs Samsung Galaxy Camera 2, both Small Sensor Superzoom cameras by companies Panasonic and Samsung. There exists a sizeable gap among the sensor resolutions of the ZS80 (20MP) and Galaxy Camera 2 (16MP) but they feature the same exact sensor sizing (1/2.3").

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The ZS80 was manufactured 4 years after the Galaxy Camera 2 which is a fairly large gap as far as camera technology is concerned. Both cameras offer the identical body type (Compact).

Before delving straight into a full comparison, below is a simple summation of how the ZS80 grades vs the Galaxy Camera 2 when it comes to portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.

Following is a sample of the gallery pictures for Panasonic Lumix DC-ZS80 and Samsung Galaxy Camera 2. The entire galleries are viewable at Panasonic ZS80 Gallery and Samsung Galaxy Camera 2 Gallery.

In case you're aiming to travel with your camera frequently, you need to consider its weight and volume. The Panasonic ZS80 provides external dimensions of 112mm x 69mm x 42mm (4.4" x 2.7" x 1.7") along with a weight of 327 grams (0.72 lbs) and the Samsung Galaxy Camera 2 has sizing of 133mm x 71mm x 19mm (5.2" x 2.8" x 0.7") along with a weight of 283 grams (0.62 lbs).

Examine the Panasonic ZS80 vs Samsung Galaxy Camera 2 in the all new Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Take into account, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will differ dependant on the lens you are utilizing at the time. Following is the front view over all size comparison of the ZS80 vs the Galaxy Camera 2.

Looking at dimensions and weight, the portability rating of the ZS80 and Galaxy Camera 2 is 86 and 90 respectively.

Quite often, it is hard to visualise the contrast in sensor dimensions simply by going through a spec sheet. The image underneath might give you a more clear sense of the sensor dimensions in the ZS80 and Galaxy Camera 2.

As you can see, both of these cameras offer the same exact sensor sizing but not the same MP. You should anticipate the Panasonic ZS80 to show more detail due to its extra 4MP. Greater resolution will also make it easier to crop photos a little more aggressively. The fresher ZS80 is going to have an advantage in sensor technology.