Panasonic ZS80 vs Sony RX100

Let's look more in depth at the Panasonic ZS80 versus Sony RX100, one being a Small Sensor Superzoom and the latter is a Large Sensor Compact by brands Panasonic and Sony. The image resolution of the ZS80 (20MP) and the RX100 (20MP) is pretty comparable but the ZS80 (1/2.3") and RX100 (1") offer different sensor size.

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The ZS80 was brought out 5 years later than the RX100 and that is a fairly large gap as far as camera technology is concerned. Each of these cameras have different body design with the Panasonic ZS80 being a Compact camera and the Sony RX100 being a Large Sensor Compact camera.

Before diving straight to a thorough comparison, here is a simple synopsis of how the ZS80 matches up vs the RX100 for portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

Below is a preview of the gallery images for Panasonic Lumix DC-ZS80 and Sony Cyber-shot DSC-RX100. The entire galleries are viewable at Panasonic ZS80 Gallery and Sony RX100 Gallery.

If you are looking to carry your camera, you need to think about its weight and measurements. The Panasonic ZS80 comes with 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) and the Sony RX100 has proportions of 102mm x 58mm x 36mm (4.0" x 2.3" x 1.4") and a weight of 240 grams (0.53 lbs).

Check the Panasonic ZS80 versus Sony RX100 in the new Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Bear in mind, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will vary depending on the lens you select at that moment. Following is a front view dimensions comparison of the ZS80 compared to the RX100.

Looking at dimensions and weight, the portability score of the ZS80 and RX100 is 86 and 91 respectively.

Normally, it can be hard to picture the contrast in sensor sizing just by checking out specifications. The photograph underneath should give you a stronger sense of the sensor dimensions in the ZS80 and RX100.

To sum up, both of these cameras have the same megapixel count albeit different sensor sizing. The ZS80 has got the smaller sensor which should make getting shallower DOF more challenging. The more recent ZS80 should have an advantage with regard to sensor technology.