Panasonic FZ150 vs Panasonic FZ80

Following is a complete overview of the Panasonic FZ150 vs Panasonic FZ80, both Small Sensor Superzoom digital cameras and both are offered by Panasonic. There is a noticeable difference between the image resolutions of the FZ150 (12MP) and FZ80 (18MP) but they feature the same exact sensor size (1/2.3").

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The FZ150 was manufactured 5 years prior to the FZ80 which is quite a sizable difference as far as tech is concerned. Each of the cameras offer the identical body type (SLR-like (bridge)).

Before we go through a full comparison, below is a quick view of how the FZ150 scores against the FZ80 in regards to portability, imaging, features and an overall score.

This is a preview of the gallery photos for Panasonic Lumix DMC-FZ150 & Panasonic Lumix DMC-FZ80. The entire galleries are viewable at Panasonic FZ150 Gallery & Panasonic FZ80 Gallery.

In case you're intending to carry around your camera frequently, you're going to have to factor in its weight and volume. The Panasonic FZ150 enjoys outer dimensions of 124mm x 82mm x 92mm (4.9" x 3.2" x 3.6") along with a weight of 528 grams (1.16 lbs) while the Panasonic FZ80 has sizing of 130mm x 94mm x 119mm (5.1" x 3.7" x 4.7") and a weight of 616 grams (1.36 lbs).

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Remember, the weight of an ILC will differ dependant on the lens you are using at that time. Below is the front view scale comparison of the FZ150 compared to the FZ80.

Using size and weight, the portability grade of the FZ150 and FZ80 is 67 and 63 respectively.

Generally, it is hard to visualize the contrast between sensor sizes just by checking specifications. The image below should give you a better sense of the sensor sizes in the FZ150 and FZ80.

Plainly, each of these cameras enjoy the same exact sensor sizing albeit different MP. You can count on the Panasonic FZ80 to give you more detail due to its extra 6 Megapixels. Higher resolution can also let you crop photographs far more aggressively. The more aged FZ150 is going to be disadvantaged with regard to sensor technology.