Panasonic ZS80 vs Samsung NX210

Here is a thorough comparison of the Panasonic ZS80 versus Samsung NX210, one being a Small Sensor Superzoom and the other is a Entry-Level Mirrorless by competitors Panasonic and Samsung. The resolution of the ZS80 (20MP) and the NX210 (20MP) is very similar but the ZS80 (1/2.3") and NX210 (APS-C) feature totally different sensor sizing.

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The ZS80 was revealed 5 years later than the NX210 and that is quite a sizable gap as far as technology is concerned. Both of the cameras come with different body type with the Panasonic ZS80 being a Compact camera and the Samsung NX210 being a Rangefinder-style mirrorless camera.

Before getting in to a in depth comparison, below is a short introduction of how the ZS80 matches up versus the NX210 in terms of portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

Here is a sample of the gallery pics for Panasonic Lumix DC-ZS80 and Samsung NX210. The full galleries are viewable at Panasonic ZS80 Gallery and Samsung NX210 Gallery.

For anyone who is going to carry your camera often, you're going to have to factor in its weight and size. The Panasonic ZS80 has physical 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) and the Samsung NX210 has specifications of 117mm x 63mm x 37mm (4.6" x 2.5" x 1.5") and a weight of 222 grams (0.49 lbs).

Analyze the Panasonic ZS80 versus Samsung NX210 in the latest Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Don't forget, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will differ dependant on the lens you are utilising during that time. The following is the front view sizing comparison of the ZS80 vs the NX210.

Taking into consideration dimensions and weight, the portability grade of the ZS80 and NX210 is 86 and 90 respectively.

Typically, it is very tough to visualise the gap between sensor sizing merely by reviewing specs. The graphic here will offer you a greater sense of the sensor dimensions in the ZS80 and NX210.

As you can plainly see, each of these cameras have got the exact same megapixels but not the same sensor sizing. The ZS80 has the tinier sensor which should make achieving shallow DOF more challenging. The younger ZS80 is going to have an edge when it comes to sensor technology.