Panasonic ZS80 vs Sony W830

The following is a extended analysis of the Panasonic ZS80 and Sony W830, one is a Small Sensor Superzoom and the latter is a Ultracompact by brands Panasonic and Sony. The resolution of the ZS80 (20MP) and the W830 (20MP) is relatively close and both cameras offer the same sensor sizes (1/2.3").

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The ZS80 was released 4 years after the W830 which is a fairly big gap as far as camera tech is concerned. Both of these cameras have different body design with the Panasonic ZS80 being a Compact camera and the Sony W830 being a Ultracompact camera.

Before diving into a more detailed comparison, here is a short summation of how the ZS80 scores versus the W830 with respect to portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.

This is a preview of the gallery photos for Panasonic Lumix DC-ZS80 and Sony Cyber-shot DSC-W830. The complete galleries are viewable at Panasonic ZS80 Gallery and Sony W830 Gallery.

For those who are looking to travel with your camera regularly, you will have to factor its weight and measurements. The Panasonic ZS80 comes with outside dimensions of 112mm x 69mm x 42mm (4.4" x 2.7" x 1.7") with a weight of 327 grams (0.72 lbs) whilst the Sony W830 has proportions of 93mm x 52mm x 23mm (3.7" x 2.0" x 0.9") with a weight of 122 grams (0.27 lbs).

Contrast the Panasonic ZS80 and Sony W830 in the new Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Bear in mind, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will vary based on the lens you use at that time. The following is a front view dimension comparison of the ZS80 and the W830.

Taking into account size and weight, the portability grade of the ZS80 and W830 is 86 and 96 respectively.

In many cases, it's hard to see the difference in sensor dimensions just by viewing technical specs. The pic below will provide you a greater sense of the sensor dimensions in the ZS80 and W830.

As you can tell, each of these cameras have the same sensor dimensions and the same exact resolution and you should expect comparable quality of images though you need to factor the release date of the cameras into account. The younger ZS80 will have an advantage in sensor innovation.