Panasonic ZS80 vs Sony RX1

Let's examine more in depth at the Panasonic ZS80 vs Sony RX1, former is a Small Sensor Superzoom while the latter is a Large Sensor Compact by competitors Panasonic and Sony. The sensor resolution of the ZS80 (20MP) and the RX1 (24MP) is relatively comparable but the ZS80 (1/2.3") and RX1 (Full frame) enjoy totally different sensor size.

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The ZS80 was revealed 5 years after the RX1 which is a fairly large difference as far as camera tech is concerned. Both cameras offer different body type with the Panasonic ZS80 being a Compact camera and the Sony RX1 being a Large Sensor Compact camera.

Before going through a complete comparison, below is a concise summary of how the ZS80 matches up against the RX1 with respect to portability, imaging, features and an overall score.

Following is a preview of the gallery photos for Panasonic Lumix DC-ZS80 & Sony Cyber-shot DSC-RX1. The full galleries are available at Panasonic ZS80 Gallery & Sony RX1 Gallery.

In case you're planning to carry around your camera regularly, you will need to factor its weight and size. The Panasonic ZS80 enjoys outer dimensions of 112mm x 69mm x 42mm (4.4" x 2.7" x 1.7") and a weight of 327 grams (0.72 lbs) while the Sony RX1 has specifications of 113mm x 65mm x 70mm (4.4" x 2.6" x 2.8") along with a weight of 482 grams (1.06 lbs).

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Remember, the weight of an ILC will change based on the lens you have during that time. The following is the front view measurement comparison of the ZS80 versus the RX1.

Taking into consideration size and weight, the portability rating of the ZS80 and RX1 is 86 and 79 respectively.

Usually, it's difficult to envision the difference in sensor sizes purely by going through technical specs. The pic here should give you a better sense of the sensor dimensions in the ZS80 and RX1.

As you have seen, both of those cameras enjoy different megapixels and different sensor sizes. The ZS80 having a smaller sensor will make shooting shallower depth of field more difficult and the Sony RX1 will produce extra detail because of its extra 4MP. Higher resolution can also help you crop pictures far more aggressively. The younger ZS80 will have an advantage with regard to sensor tech.