Panasonic FZ2500 vs Sony HX80

In this write-up, we are analyzing the Panasonic FZ2500 versus Sony HX80, former being a Large Sensor Superzoom while the other is a Small Sensor Superzoom by rivals Panasonic and Sony. The resolution of the FZ2500 (20MP) and the HX80 (18MP) is very similar but the FZ2500 (1") and HX80 (1/2.3") enjoy different sensor sizing.

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The FZ2500 was revealed 7 months later than the HX80 and they are both of a similar age. Both the cameras offer different body type with the Panasonic FZ2500 being a SLR-like (bridge) camera and the Sony HX80 being a Compact camera.

Before going straight into a detailed comparison, below is a simple summation of how the FZ2500 scores against the HX80 with regards to portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

Here is a sample of the gallery pics for Panasonic Lumix DMC-FZ2500 & Sony Cyber-shot DSC-HX80. The full galleries are available at Panasonic FZ2500 Gallery & Sony HX80 Gallery.

If you are going to carry your camera regularly, you'll need to consider its weight and measurements. The Panasonic FZ2500 has external dimensions of 138mm x 102mm x 135mm (5.4" x 4.0" x 5.3") along with a weight of 915 grams (2.02 lbs) and the Sony HX80 has proportions of 102mm x 58mm x 36mm (4.0" x 2.3" x 1.4") having a weight of 245 grams (0.54 lbs).

Contrast the Panasonic FZ2500 versus Sony HX80 in our brand new Camera & Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Do not forget, the weight of an ILC will change depending on the lens you are utilizing during that time. Underneath is the front view dimension comparison of the FZ2500 versus the HX80.

Looking at size and weight, the portability rating of the FZ2500 and HX80 is 53 and 91 respectively.

Usually, it is very hard to visualize the gap between sensor sizing just by reading specifications. The graphic underneath will help offer you a stronger sense of the sensor dimensions in the FZ2500 and HX80.

To sum up, both the cameras enjoy different megapixel count and different sensor sizing. The FZ2500 using its larger sensor is going to make shooting shallow DOF simpler and the Panasonic FZ2500 will offer you more detail because of its extra 2MP. Greater resolution will also help you crop pics far more aggressively. The more modern FZ2500 provides an advantage with regard to sensor technology.