Panasonic FZ80 vs Panasonic SZ5

Below is a in depth review of the Panasonic FZ80 vs Panasonic SZ5, one being a Small Sensor Superzoom and the latter is a Small Sensor Compact and both of them are created by Panasonic. There exists a significant gap among the image resolutions of the FZ80 (18MP) and SZ5 (14MP) but both cameras posses the identical sensor sizing (1/2.3").

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The FZ80 was revealed 4 years later than the SZ5 and that is a fairly sizable gap as far as camera technology is concerned. Both cameras feature different body design with the Panasonic FZ80 being a SLR-like (bridge) camera and the Panasonic SZ5 being a Compact camera.

Before we go straight to a more detailed comparison, here is a quick summation of how the FZ80 matches up against the SZ5 in terms of portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.

Below is a preview of the gallery photos for Panasonic Lumix DMC-FZ80 and Panasonic Lumix DMC-SZ5. The full galleries are provided at Panasonic FZ80 Gallery and Panasonic SZ5 Gallery.

When you are aiming to lug around your camera frequently, you'll have to think about its weight and size. The Panasonic FZ80 offers external measurements of 130mm x 94mm x 119mm (5.1" x 3.7" x 4.7") accompanied by a weight of 616 grams (1.36 lbs) and the Panasonic SZ5 has specifications of 104mm x 58mm x 21mm (4.1" x 2.3" x 0.8") accompanied by a weight of 136 grams (0.30 lbs).

Contrast the Panasonic FZ80 vs Panasonic SZ5 in the new Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Bear in mind, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will vary based on the lens you choose at that time. Underneath is a front view measurement comparison of the FZ80 versus the SZ5.

Taking into account dimensions and weight, the portability grade of the FZ80 and SZ5 is 63 and 95 respectively.

More often than not, it is tough to envision the difference in sensor measurements merely by checking out technical specs. The photograph here might offer you a clearer sense of the sensor sizing in the FZ80 and SZ5.

As you can tell, the 2 cameras come with the identical sensor size albeit not the same MP. You should count on the Panasonic FZ80 to produce more detail because of its extra 4MP. Higher resolution will let you crop pictures a good deal more aggressively. The more modern FZ80 will have an advantage with regard to sensor technology.