Panasonic FZ80 vs Panasonic GF8

On this page, we will be comparing the Panasonic FZ80 versus Panasonic GF8, former is a Small Sensor Superzoom while the latter is a Entry-Level Mirrorless and both of them are designed by Panasonic. The resolution of the FZ80 (18MP) and the GF8 (16MP) is relatively close but the FZ80 (1/2.3") and GF8 (Four Thirds) boast totally different sensor sizes.

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The FZ80 was unveiled 11 months after the GF8 so they are of a similar age. Each of these cameras have different body design with the Panasonic FZ80 being a SLR-like (bridge) camera and the Panasonic GF8 being a Rangefinder-style mirrorless camera.

Before getting right into a full comparison, here is a concise overview of how the FZ80 scores vs the GF8 in regards to portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.

The following is a preview of the gallery photos for Panasonic Lumix DMC-FZ80 & Panasonic Lumix DMC-GF8. The full galleries are provided at Panasonic FZ80 Gallery & Panasonic GF8 Gallery.

For anybody who is going to travel with your camera frequently, you're going to have to think about its weight and size. The Panasonic FZ80 features exterior measurements of 130mm x 94mm x 119mm (5.1" x 3.7" x 4.7") and a weight of 616 grams (1.36 lbs) whilst the Panasonic GF8 has specifications of 107mm x 65mm x 33mm (4.2" x 2.6" x 1.3") having a weight of 266 grams (0.59 lbs).

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Don't forget, the weight of an ILC will change dependant on the lens you choose at that time. Below is a front view over all size comparison of the FZ80 and the GF8.

Factoring in size and weight, the portability score of the FZ80 and GF8 is 63 and 90 respectively.

Usually, it is hard to see the contrast in sensor dimensions just by viewing a spec sheet. The pic underneath may give you a better sense of the sensor sizing in the FZ80 and GF8.

Clearly, both the cameras provide different megapixels and different sensor dimensions. The FZ80 using its smaller sensor will make achieving shallower depth of field tougher and the Panasonic FZ80 will result in more detail having an extra 2MP. Higher resolution will also make it easier to crop photographs more aggressively. The more modern FZ80 will have an edge in sensor technology.