Panasonic ZS80 vs Sigma DP1s

Here, we are matching up the Panasonic ZS80 vs Sigma DP1s, one being a Small Sensor Superzoom and the other is a Large Sensor Compact by competitors Panasonic and Sigma. There exists a crucial gap between the image resolutions of the ZS80 (20MP) and DP1s (5MP) and the ZS80 (1/2.3") and DP1s (APS-C) offer totally different sensor sizing.

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The ZS80 was introduced 8 years later than the DP1s and that is quite a serious gap as far as technology is concerned. Both of the cameras feature different body design with the Panasonic ZS80 being a Compact camera and the Sigma DP1s being a Large Sensor Compact camera.

Before going into a comprehensive comparison, here is a short overview of how the ZS80 scores vs the DP1s in relation to portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

Following is a sample of the gallery pictures for Panasonic Lumix DC-ZS80 and Sigma DP1s. The whole galleries are viewable at Panasonic ZS80 Gallery and Sigma DP1s Gallery.

For those who are aiming to carry your camera frequently, you should factor its weight and size. The Panasonic ZS80 features external 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) whilst the Sigma DP1s has specifications of 109mm x 60mm x 31mm (4.3" x 2.4" x 1.2") having a weight of 270 grams (0.60 lbs).

Look at the Panasonic ZS80 vs Sigma DP1s in the latest Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Keep in mind, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will change based on the lens you use during that time. Underneath is a front view measurements comparison of the ZS80 and the DP1s.

Taking into consideration dimensions and weight, the portability rating of the ZS80 and DP1s is 86 and 90 respectively.

Quite often, it can be difficult to visualise the gap between sensor sizing simply by looking at specifications. The photograph here will give you a far better sense of the sensor dimensions in the ZS80 and DP1s.

To sum up, both of these cameras feature different resolutions and different sensor sizing. The ZS80 with its tinier sensor will make getting shallower DOF trickier and the Panasonic ZS80 will resolve more detail using its extra 15 Megapixels. Greater resolution can also allow you to crop pics way more aggressively. The more recent ZS80 will have an advantage in sensor innovation.