Panasonic ZS80 vs Samsung Galaxy Camera 2
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Panasonic ZS80 vs Samsung Galaxy Camera 2 Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 20MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 3" Tilting Screen
- ISO 80 - 3200 (Push to 6400)
- Optical Image Stabilization
- 3840 x 2160 video
- 24-720mm (F3.3-6.4) lens
- 327g - 112 x 69 x 42mm
- Launched February 2018
- Alternative Name is Lumix DC-TZ95
- Replaced the Panasonic ZS70
(Full Review)
- 16MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 4.8" Fixed Display
- ISO 100 - 3200
- Optical Image Stabilization
- 1920 x 1080 video
- 23-483mm (F2.8-5.9) lens
- 283g - 133 x 71 x 19mm
- Released January 2014
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Panasonic ZS80 vs Samsung Galaxy Camera 2 Overview
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.
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Panasonic ZS80 vs Samsung Galaxy Camera 2 Gallery
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.
Reasons to pick Panasonic ZS80 over the Samsung Galaxy Camera 2
ZS80 | Galaxy Camera 2 | |||
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Released | February 2018 | ![]() | January 2014 | Newer by 51 months |
Display type | Tilting | ![]() | Fixed | Tilting display |
Display resolution | 1040k | ![]() | 1037k | Clearer display (+3k dot) |
Selfie screen | ![]() | Easy selfies |
Reasons to pick Samsung Galaxy Camera 2 over the Panasonic ZS80
Galaxy Camera 2 | ZS80 | |||
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Display sizing | 4.8" | ![]() | 3" | Larger display (+1.8") |
Common features in the Panasonic ZS80 and Samsung Galaxy Camera 2
ZS80 | Galaxy Camera 2 | |||
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Focus manually | ![]() | More exact focusing | ||
Touch friendly display | ![]() | Easily navigate |
Panasonic ZS80 vs Samsung Galaxy Camera 2 Physical Comparison
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.![Camera Size Comparison with Lenses Camera Size Comparison with Lenses](https://pxlmag.com/db/assets/camera-size-comparison-animation.gif)
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.
![Panasonic ZS80 vs Samsung Galaxy Camera 2 size comparison Panasonic ZS80 vs Samsung Galaxy Camera 2 size comparison](https://pxlmag.com/db/images/camera-compare/Panasonic-Lumix-DC-ZS80-vs-Samsung-Galaxy-Camera-2-size-comparison.jpg)
Looking at dimensions and weight, the portability rating of the ZS80 and Galaxy Camera 2 is 86 and 90 respectively.
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Panasonic ZS80 vs Samsung Galaxy Camera 2 Sensor Comparison
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.
![Panasonic ZS80 vs Samsung Galaxy Camera 2 sensor size comparison Panasonic ZS80 vs Samsung Galaxy Camera 2 sensor size comparison](https://pxlmag.com/db/images/sensor-compare/Panasonic-Lumix-DC-ZS80-vs-Samsung-Galaxy-Camera-2-sensor-size-comparison.png)
Panasonic ZS80 vs Samsung Galaxy Camera 2 Screen and ViewFinder
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Photography Type Scores
Portrait Comparison
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Sports Comparison
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Travel Comparison
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Landscape Comparison
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Vlogging Comparison
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Panasonic ZS80 vs Samsung Galaxy Camera 2 Specifications
Panasonic Lumix DC-ZS80 | Samsung Galaxy Camera 2 | |
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General Information | ||
Manufacturer | Panasonic | Samsung |
Model | Panasonic Lumix DC-ZS80 | Samsung Galaxy Camera 2 |
Also called as | Lumix DC-TZ95 | - |
Type | Small Sensor Superzoom | Small Sensor Superzoom |
Launched | 2018-02-18 | 2014-01-02 |
Physical type | Compact | Compact |
Sensor Information | ||
Processor | Venus Engine | 1.6GHz Quad-Core Exynos |
Sensor type | BSI-CMOS | BSI-CMOS |
Sensor size | 1/2.3" | 1/2.3" |
Sensor dimensions | 6.17 x 4.55mm | 6.17 x 4.55mm |
Sensor surface area | 28.1mm² | 28.1mm² |
Sensor resolution | 20 megapixel | 16 megapixel |
Anti aliasing filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 1:1, 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 | 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 |
Maximum resolution | 5184 x 3888 | 4608 x 3456 |
Maximum native ISO | 3200 | 3200 |
Maximum boosted ISO | 6400 | - |
Lowest native ISO | 80 | 100 |
RAW support | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Focus manually | ||
Autofocus touch | ||
Continuous autofocus | ||
Autofocus single | ||
Tracking autofocus | ||
Selective autofocus | ||
Center weighted autofocus | ||
Autofocus multi area | ||
Autofocus live view | ||
Face detection autofocus | ||
Contract detection autofocus | ||
Phase detection autofocus | ||
Cross focus points | - | - |
Lens | ||
Lens mounting type | fixed lens | fixed lens |
Lens focal range | 24-720mm (30.0x) | 23-483mm (21.0x) |
Maximal aperture | f/3.3-6.4 | f/2.8-5.9 |
Macro focus distance | 3cm | 10cm |
Focal length multiplier | 5.8 | 5.8 |
Screen | ||
Screen type | Tilting | Fixed Type |
Screen size | 3 inch | 4.8 inch |
Screen resolution | 1,040k dots | 1,037k dots |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch display | ||
Screen technology | - | HD Super Clear Touch Display |
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder | Electronic | None |
Viewfinder resolution | 2,330k dots | - |
Viewfinder coverage | 100 percent | - |
Viewfinder magnification | 0.53x | - |
Features | ||
Lowest shutter speed | 4 seconds | 16 seconds |
Highest shutter speed | 1/2000 seconds | 1/2000 seconds |
Highest silent shutter speed | 1/16000 seconds | - |
Continuous shooting rate | 10.0fps | 5.0fps |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Manually set exposure | ||
Exposure compensation | Yes | Yes |
Change white balance | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Inbuilt flash | ||
Flash range | 5.60 m (with Auto ISO) | 3.80 m |
Flash options | Auto, Auto/Red-eye Reduction, Forced On, Forced On/Red-eye Reduction, Slow Sync, Slow Sync/Red-eye Reduction, Forced Off | Auto, auto w/redeye reduction, fill-in, slow sync, flash off, redeye fix |
External flash | ||
AEB | ||
WB bracketing | ||
Exposure | ||
Multisegment exposure | ||
Average exposure | ||
Spot exposure | ||
Partial exposure | ||
AF area exposure | ||
Center weighted exposure | ||
Video features | ||
Video resolutions | 3840 x 2160 (30p), 1920 x 1080 (60p, 60i, 30p), 1280 x 720 (30p), 640 x 480 (30p) | 1920 x 1080 |
Maximum video resolution | 3840x2160 | 1920x1080 |
Video data format | MPEG-4, H.264 | MPEG-4, H.264 |
Mic port | ||
Headphone port | ||
Connectivity | ||
Wireless | Built-In | Built-In |
Bluetooth | ||
NFC | ||
HDMI | ||
USB | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) |
GPS | None | BuiltIn |
Physical | ||
Environmental sealing | ||
Water proof | ||
Dust proof | ||
Shock proof | ||
Crush proof | ||
Freeze proof | ||
Weight | 327 gr (0.72 pounds) | 283 gr (0.62 pounds) |
Dimensions | 112 x 69 x 42mm (4.4" x 2.7" x 1.7") | 133 x 71 x 19mm (5.2" x 2.8" x 0.7") |
DXO scores | ||
DXO All around score | not tested | not tested |
DXO Color Depth score | not tested | not tested |
DXO Dynamic range score | not tested | not tested |
DXO Low light score | not tested | not tested |
Other | ||
Battery life | 380 pictures | 400 pictures |
Type of battery | Battery Pack | Battery Pack |
Battery model | - | Built-in |
Self timer | Yes | Yes (2, 5, or 10 sec) |
Time lapse recording | ||
Type of storage | SD/SDHC/SDXC (UHS-I supported) | microSD/microSDHC/microSDXC |
Card slots | Single | Single |
Launch pricing | $448 | $400 |