Panasonic ZS80 vs Sony H55

Its time to take a more detailed look at the Panasonic ZS80 versus Sony H55, one is a Small Sensor Superzoom and the other is a Small Sensor Compact by competitors Panasonic and Sony. There is a huge difference among the image resolutions of the ZS80 (20MP) and H55 (14MP) but both cameras have the same sensor sizing (1/2.3").

Photobucket discusses licensing 13 billion images with AI firms

The ZS80 was brought out 7 years after the H55 which is a fairly significant gap as far as camera tech is concerned. Both the cameras have the same body design (Compact).

Before delving straight to a comprehensive comparison, here is a simple view of how the ZS80 grades versus the H55 when it comes to portability, imaging, features and an overall score.

The following is a sample of the gallery pictures for Panasonic Lumix DC-ZS80 and Sony Cyber-shot DSC-H55. The entire galleries are viewable at Panasonic ZS80 Gallery and Sony H55 Gallery.

For those who are going to carry around your camera frequently, you're going to have to take into account its weight and dimensions. The Panasonic ZS80 provides outer measurements of 112mm x 69mm x 42mm (4.4" x 2.7" x 1.7") with a weight of 327 grams (0.72 lbs) and the Sony H55 has dimensions of 103mm x 58mm x 29mm (4.1" x 2.3" x 1.1") and a weight of 200 grams (0.44 lbs).

Take a look at the Panasonic ZS80 versus Sony H55 in the latest Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Take into account, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will vary based on the lens you choose at that moment. The following is a front view over all size comparison of the ZS80 against the H55.

Looking at size and weight, the portability grade of the ZS80 and H55 is 86 and 92 respectively.

Generally, it can be difficult to visualize the contrast in sensor sizes simply by researching specs. The picture underneath may provide you a clearer sense of the sensor sizing in the ZS80 and H55.

All in all, the 2 cameras have the same sensor dimensions but different megapixels. You should anticipate the Panasonic ZS80 to render more detail having its extra 6 Megapixels. Greater resolution can also help you crop images a bit more aggressively. The more recent ZS80 should have an edge when it comes to sensor tech.