Panasonic FZ80 vs Panasonic ZR1

Below, we are analyzing the Panasonic FZ80 and Panasonic ZR1, former is a Small Sensor Superzoom while the other is a Small Sensor Compact and they are both built by Panasonic. There exists a large gap among the resolutions of the FZ80 (18MP) and ZR1 (12MP) but they come with the exact same sensor sizes (1/2.3").

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The FZ80 was introduced 7 years after the ZR1 which is a fairly serious difference as far as camera technology is concerned. Both cameras come with different body type with the Panasonic FZ80 being a SLR-like (bridge) camera and the Panasonic ZR1 being a Compact camera.

Before going through a more detailed comparison, below is a concise synopsis of how the FZ80 scores versus the ZR1 in regards to portability, imaging, features and an overall score.

This is a sample of the gallery pics for Panasonic Lumix DMC-FZ80 & Panasonic Lumix DMC-ZR1. The whole galleries are available at Panasonic FZ80 Gallery & Panasonic ZR1 Gallery.

For those who are intending to carry around your camera frequently, you will have to consider its weight and dimensions. The Panasonic FZ80 provides external dimensions 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 ZR1 has dimensions of 98mm x 55mm x 26mm (3.9" x 2.2" x 1.0") with a weight of 158 grams (0.35 lbs).

Contrast the Panasonic FZ80 and Panasonic ZR1 in our completely new Camera & Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Take into account, the weight of an ILC will differ based on the lens you are utilizing during that time. Underneath is the front view dimensions comparison of the FZ80 compared to the ZR1.

Factoring in dimensions and weight, the portability rating of the FZ80 and ZR1 is 63 and 94 respectively.

More often than not, it is very tough to see the difference in sensor sizes purely by looking through specs. The pic here will offer you a clearer sense of the sensor dimensions in the FZ80 and ZR1.

As you can plainly see, both of the cameras posses the exact same sensor measurements but not the same megapixels. You can expect to see the Panasonic FZ80 to render greater detail using its extra 6MP. Greater resolution will also make it easier to crop images somewhat more aggressively. The fresher FZ80 will have an advantage when it comes to sensor tech.