Panasonic ZS80 vs Sony W290
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70 Overall
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Panasonic ZS80 vs Sony W290 Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 20MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 3" Tilting Display
- ISO 80 - 3200 (Bump to 6400)
- Optical Image Stabilization
- 3840 x 2160 video
- 24-720mm (F3.3-6.4) lens
- 327g - 112 x 69 x 42mm
- Revealed February 2018
- Additionally referred to as Lumix DC-TZ95
- Superseded the Panasonic ZS70
(Full Review)
- 12MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 3" Fixed Display
- ISO 80 - 3200
- Optical Image Stabilization
- 1280 x 720 video
- 28-140mm (F3.3-5.2) lens
- 167g - 98 x 57 x 23mm
- Introduced February 2009
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On this page, we are evaluating the Panasonic ZS80 and Sony W290, one being a Small Sensor Superzoom and the other is a Small Sensor Compact by manufacturers Panasonic and Sony. There exists a sizeable gap between the resolutions of the ZS80 (20MP) and W290 (12MP) but both cameras boast the same sensor measurements (1/2.3").
Photography GlossaryThe ZS80 was brought out 9 years later than the W290 and that is quite a large gap as far as technology is concerned. Both the cameras have the same body design (Compact).
Before delving into a step-by-step comparison, here is a quick overview of how the ZS80 grades versus the W290 for portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.
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Below is a sample of the gallery pictures for Panasonic Lumix DC-ZS80 and Sony Cyber-shot DSC-W290. The entire galleries are viewable at Panasonic ZS80 Gallery and Sony W290 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Panasonic ZS80 over the Sony W290
| ZS80 | W290 | |||
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Introduced | February 2018 |  | February 2009 | Fresher by 110 months |
| Display type | Tilting |  | Fixed | Tilting display |
| Display resolution | 1040k |  | 230k | Clearer display (+810k dot) |
| Selfie screen |  | Take selfies | ||
| Touch display |  | Easily navigate |
Reasons to pick Sony W290 over the Panasonic ZS80
| W290 | ZS80 |
|---|
Common features in the Panasonic ZS80 and Sony W290
| ZS80 | W290 | |||
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Manual focus |  | More accurate focusing | ||
| Display dimensions | 3" |  | 3" | Equal display measurements |
Panasonic ZS80 vs Sony W290 Physical Comparison
When you are aiming to carry your camera, you have to take into account its weight and dimensions. The Panasonic ZS80 offers outside 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) while the Sony W290 has dimensions of 98mm x 57mm x 23mm (3.9" x 2.2" x 0.9") and a weight of 167 grams (0.37 lbs).
Take a look at the Panasonic ZS80 and Sony W290 in the new Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.
Always remember, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will change depending on the lens you have chosen at the time. The following is a front view over all size comparison of the ZS80 and the W290.
Considering dimensions and weight, the portability grade of the ZS80 and W290 is 86 and 94 respectively.
Panasonic ZS80 vs Sony W290 Sensor Comparison
Quite often, it is very difficult to see the difference between sensor sizing merely by reading specifications. The graphic here will help provide you a greater sense of the sensor dimensions in the ZS80 and W290.
To sum up, both cameras have the same sensor dimensions but not the same MP. You should anticipate the Panasonic ZS80 to deliver greater detail having its extra 8 Megapixels. Greater resolution will make it easier to crop photos a bit more aggressively. The newer ZS80 is going to have an edge in sensor technology.
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Panasonic ZS80 vs Sony W290 Specifications
| Panasonic Lumix DC-ZS80 | Sony Cyber-shot DSC-W290 | |
|---|---|---|
| General Information | ||
| Company | Panasonic | Sony |
| Model | Panasonic Lumix DC-ZS80 | Sony Cyber-shot DSC-W290 |
| Also referred to as | Lumix DC-TZ95 | - |
| Class | Small Sensor Superzoom | Small Sensor Compact |
| Revealed | 2018-02-18 | 2009-02-17 |
| Physical type | Compact | Compact |
| Sensor Information | ||
| Processor Chip | Venus Engine | - |
| Sensor type | BSI-CMOS | CCD |
| Sensor size | 1/2.3" | 1/2.3" |
| Sensor measurements | 6.17 x 4.55mm | 6.17 x 4.55mm |
| Sensor area | 28.1mm² | 28.1mm² |
| Sensor resolution | 20 megapixels | 12 megapixels |
| Anti aliasing filter | ||
| Aspect ratio | 1:1, 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 | 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 |
| Highest resolution | 5184 x 3888 | 4000 x 3000 |
| Highest native ISO | 3200 | 3200 |
| Highest boosted ISO | 6400 | - |
| Lowest native ISO | 80 | 80 |
| RAW images | ||
| Autofocusing | ||
| Manual focus | ||
| Touch focus | ||
| Autofocus continuous | ||
| Single autofocus | ||
| Tracking autofocus | ||
| Autofocus selectice | ||
| Center weighted autofocus | ||
| Multi area autofocus | ||
| Live view autofocus | ||
| Face detect autofocus | ||
| Contract detect autofocus | ||
| Phase detect autofocus | ||
| Number of focus points | - | 9 |
| Lens | ||
| Lens mounting type | fixed lens | fixed lens |
| Lens focal range | 24-720mm (30.0x) | 28-140mm (5.0x) |
| Max aperture | f/3.3-6.4 | f/3.3-5.2 |
| Macro focus range | 3cm | 10cm |
| Crop factor | 5.8 | 5.8 |
| Screen | ||
| Type of display | Tilting | Fixed Type |
| Display sizing | 3 inches | 3 inches |
| Display resolution | 1,040k dots | 230k dots |
| Selfie friendly | ||
| Liveview | ||
| Touch capability | ||
| Viewfinder Information | ||
| Viewfinder | Electronic | None |
| Viewfinder resolution | 2,330k dots | - |
| Viewfinder coverage | 100 percent | - |
| Viewfinder magnification | 0.53x | - |
| Features | ||
| Slowest shutter speed | 4 seconds | 2 seconds |
| Maximum shutter speed | 1/2000 seconds | 1/1600 seconds |
| Maximum quiet shutter speed | 1/16000 seconds | - |
| Continuous shooting rate | 10.0 frames/s | 2.0 frames/s |
| Shutter priority | ||
| Aperture priority | ||
| Manually set exposure | ||
| Exposure compensation | Yes | - |
| Custom white balance | ||
| Image stabilization | ||
| Built-in flash | ||
| Flash range | 5.60 m (with Auto ISO) | 3.90 m |
| Flash settings | Auto, Auto/Red-eye Reduction, Forced On, Forced On/Red-eye Reduction, Slow Sync, Slow Sync/Red-eye Reduction, Forced Off | Auto, On, Off, Red-Eye reduction, Slow Sync |
| External flash | ||
| AEB | ||
| WB bracketing | ||
| Exposure | ||
| Multisegment | ||
| Average | ||
| Spot | ||
| Partial | ||
| AF area | ||
| Center weighted | ||
| Video features | ||
| Supported video resolutions | 3840 x 2160 (30p), 1920 x 1080 (60p, 60i, 30p), 1280 x 720 (30p), 640 x 480 (30p) | 1280 x 720 (30 fps) 640 x 480 (30 fps) |
| Highest video resolution | 3840x2160 | 1280x720 |
| Video format | MPEG-4, H.264 | MPEG-4 |
| Microphone support | ||
| Headphone support | ||
| Connectivity | ||
| Wireless | Built-In | None |
| Bluetooth | ||
| NFC | ||
| HDMI | ||
| USB | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) |
| GPS | None | None |
| Physical | ||
| Environment sealing | ||
| Water proof | ||
| Dust proof | ||
| Shock proof | ||
| Crush proof | ||
| Freeze proof | ||
| Weight | 327 grams (0.72 lb) | 167 grams (0.37 lb) |
| Physical dimensions | 112 x 69 x 42mm (4.4" x 2.7" x 1.7") | 98 x 57 x 23mm (3.9" x 2.2" x 0.9") |
| DXO scores | ||
| DXO All around score | not tested | not tested |
| DXO Color Depth score | not tested | not tested |
| DXO Dynamic range score | not tested | not tested |
| DXO Low light score | not tested | not tested |
| Other | ||
| Battery life | 380 shots | - |
| Battery style | Battery Pack | - |
| Self timer | Yes | Yes (2 or 10 sec) |
| Time lapse shooting | ||
| Storage type | SD/SDHC/SDXC (UHS-I supported) | Memory Stick Duo / Pro Duo, Internal |
| Card slots | 1 | 1 |
| Retail price | $448 | $230 |