Panasonic ZS80 vs Samsung NX1000

Lets take a more detailed look at the Panasonic ZS80 versus Samsung NX1000, one is a Small Sensor Superzoom and the latter is a Entry-Level Mirrorless by manufacturers Panasonic and Samsung. The resolution of the ZS80 (20MP) and the NX1000 (20MP) is relatively close but the ZS80 (1/2.3") and NX1000 (APS-C) enjoy totally different sensor sizing.

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The ZS80 was announced 5 years after the NX1000 which is a fairly significant gap as far as camera technology is concerned. Each of the cameras offer different body type with the Panasonic ZS80 being a Compact camera and the Samsung NX1000 being a Rangefinder-style mirrorless camera.

Before getting through a detailed comparison, below is a concise synopsis of how the ZS80 grades versus the NX1000 with regard to portability, imaging, features and an overall score.

The following is a preview of the gallery photos for Panasonic Lumix DC-ZS80 and Samsung NX1000. The whole galleries are available at Panasonic ZS80 Gallery and Samsung NX1000 Gallery.

In case you're going to carry around your camera often, you'll have to factor its weight and dimensions. The Panasonic ZS80 offers exterior measurements of 112mm x 69mm x 42mm (4.4" x 2.7" x 1.7") along with a weight of 327 grams (0.72 lbs) whilst the Samsung NX1000 has dimensions of 114mm x 63mm x 37mm (4.5" x 2.5" x 1.5") along with a weight of 222 grams (0.49 lbs).

See the Panasonic ZS80 versus Samsung NX1000 in the latest Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Remember, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will differ based on the lens you have chosen at that moment. Underneath is the front view physical size comparison of the ZS80 and the NX1000.

Considering dimensions and weight, the portability rating of the ZS80 and NX1000 is 86 and 90 respectively.

Normally, it can be tough to envision the gap in sensor sizes just by researching specs. The pic underneath will help offer you a clearer sense of the sensor sizing in the ZS80 and NX1000.

As you can plainly see, both cameras enjoy the same exact megapixels albeit not the same sensor sizes. The ZS80 has got the smaller sensor which is going to make obtaining shallower depth of field harder. The younger ZS80 will have a benefit in sensor technology.