Panasonic ZS80 vs Sony W310

On this page, we are matching up the Panasonic ZS80 versus Sony W310, former being a Small Sensor Superzoom while the other is a Ultracompact by brands Panasonic and Sony. There is a sizable difference between the image resolutions of the ZS80 (20MP) and W310 (12MP) but both cameras have the same sensor sizing (1/2.3").

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The ZS80 was unveiled 8 years later than the W310 and that is quite a significant difference as far as tech is concerned. Both cameras have different body design with the Panasonic ZS80 being a Compact camera and the Sony W310 being a Ultracompact camera.

Before diving into a comprehensive comparison, here is a simple introduction of how the ZS80 scores against the W310 when considering portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.

Following is a sample of the gallery pictures for Panasonic Lumix DC-ZS80 & Sony Cyber-shot DSC-W310. The full galleries are available at Panasonic ZS80 Gallery & Sony W310 Gallery.

For anybody who is going to lug around your camera, you have to consider its weight and proportions. The Panasonic ZS80 offers outside 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) and the Sony W310 has measurements of 95mm x 55mm x 19mm (3.7" x 2.2" x 0.7") and a weight of 137 grams (0.30 lbs).

Look at the Panasonic ZS80 versus Sony W310 in our completely new Camera plus Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Always remember, the weight of an ILC will vary based on the lens you are using at the time. The following is a front view measurement comparison of the ZS80 vs the W310.

Taking into consideration size and weight, the portability grade of the ZS80 and W310 is 86 and 96 respectively.

Usually, it can be tough to imagine the contrast between sensor measurements purely by reading through a spec sheet. The photograph underneath might provide you a better sense of the sensor sizing in the ZS80 and W310.

Clearly, both of those cameras provide the same sensor dimensions but different MP. You can anticipate the Panasonic ZS80 to give extra detail having an extra 8MP. Greater resolution will also enable you to crop photos more aggressively. The fresher ZS80 should have a benefit with regard to sensor tech.