Panasonic ZS80 vs Sony HX20V

Below is a comprehensive comparison of the Panasonic ZS80 vs Sony HX20V, both Small Sensor Superzoom cameras by manufacturers Panasonic and Sony. The sensor resolution of the ZS80 (20MP) and the HX20V (18MP) is very comparable and both cameras offer the identical sensor size (1/2.3").

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The ZS80 was unveiled 5 years later than the HX20V and that is a fairly large difference as far as camera technology is concerned. Each of the cameras feature the same body design (Compact).

Before getting right into a thorough comparison, here is a concise introduction of how the ZS80 scores vs the HX20V when it comes to portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.

Following is a sample of the gallery pics for Panasonic Lumix DC-ZS80 & Sony Cyber-shot DSC-HX20V. The full galleries are available at Panasonic ZS80 Gallery & Sony HX20V Gallery.

For anybody who is going to lug around your camera, you will have to factor its weight and volume. The Panasonic ZS80 provides physical measurements of 112mm x 69mm x 42mm (4.4" x 2.7" x 1.7") accompanied by a weight of 327 grams (0.72 lbs) while the Sony HX20V has sizing of 107mm x 62mm x 35mm (4.2" x 2.4" x 1.4") accompanied by a weight of 254 grams (0.56 lbs).

Take a look at the Panasonic ZS80 vs Sony HX20V in our newest Camera plus Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Always remember, the weight of an ILC will vary dependant on the lens you are utilizing at the time. Below is a front view size comparison of the ZS80 and the HX20V.

Taking into consideration dimensions and weight, the portability grade of the ZS80 and HX20V is 86 and 90 respectively.

Normally, it is difficult to imagine the difference in sensor measurements only by seeing a spec sheet. The visual below will give you a far better sense of the sensor measurements in the ZS80 and HX20V.

As you can see, both of those cameras feature the identical sensor size but different megapixels. You can expect to see the Panasonic ZS80 to produce extra detail having an extra 2MP. Greater resolution will enable you to crop images way more aggressively. The more modern ZS80 provides an edge with regard to sensor technology.