Panasonic FZ80 vs Panasonic ZS1
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Panasonic FZ80 vs Panasonic ZS1 Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 18MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 3" Fixed Display
- ISO 80 - 3200 (Raise to 6400)
- Optical Image Stabilization
- 3840 x 2160 video
- 20-1200mm (F2.8-5.9) lens
- 616g - 130 x 94 x 119mm
- Released January 2017
- Other Name is Lumix DMC-FZ82
(Full Review)
- 10MP - 1/2.5" Sensor
- 2.7" Fixed Display
- ISO 100 - 6400
- Optical Image Stabilization
- 640 x 480 video
- 25-300mm (F3.3-4.9) lens
- 229g - 103 x 60 x 33mm
- Launched May 2009
- Also referred to as Lumix DMC-TZ6
Panasonic FZ80 vs Panasonic ZS1 Overview
On this page, we are reviewing the Panasonic FZ80 versus Panasonic ZS1, both Small Sensor Superzoom digital cameras and both are designed by Panasonic. There exists a sizeable gap between the image resolutions of the FZ80 (18MP) and ZS1 (10MP) and the FZ80 (1/2.3") and ZS1 (1/2.5") provide different sensor measurements.
Pentax 17 Pre-Orders Outperform Expectations by a LandslideThe FZ80 was revealed 7 years after the ZS1 which is quite a large gap as far as technology is concerned. Both the cameras have different body design with the Panasonic FZ80 being a SLR-like (bridge) camera and the Panasonic ZS1 being a Compact camera.
Before diving into a thorough comparison, here is a quick overview of how the FZ80 scores vs the ZS1 with respect to portability, imaging, features and an overall score.
Panasonic FZ80 vs Panasonic ZS1 Gallery
Here is a sample of the gallery pics for Panasonic Lumix DMC-FZ80 and Panasonic Lumix DMC-ZS1. The full galleries are available at Panasonic FZ80 Gallery and Panasonic ZS1 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Panasonic FZ80 over the Panasonic ZS1
FZ80 | ZS1 | |||
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Launched | January 2017 | May 2009 | More modern by 94 months | |
Manually focus | Dial accurate focus | |||
Display dimensions | 3" | 2.7" | Larger display (+0.3") | |
Display resolution | 1040k | 230k | Clearer display (+810k dot) | |
Touch friendly display | Easily navigate |
Reasons to pick Panasonic ZS1 over the Panasonic FZ80
ZS1 | FZ80 |
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Common features in the Panasonic FZ80 and Panasonic ZS1
FZ80 | ZS1 | |||
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Display type | Fixed | Fixed | Fixed display | |
Selfie screen | Neither contains selfie screen |
Panasonic FZ80 vs Panasonic ZS1 Physical Comparison
For those who are intending to carry around your camera often, you'll have to factor its weight and proportions. The Panasonic FZ80 has got physical measurements of 130mm x 94mm x 119mm (5.1" x 3.7" x 4.7") with a weight of 616 grams (1.36 lbs) and the Panasonic ZS1 has measurements of 103mm x 60mm x 33mm (4.1" x 2.4" x 1.3") having a weight of 229 grams (0.50 lbs).
Examine the Panasonic FZ80 versus Panasonic ZS1 in the latest Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.Do not forget, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will vary based on the lens you are employing during that time. The following is a front view dimensions comparison of the FZ80 versus the ZS1.
Taking into account dimensions and weight, the portability grade of the FZ80 and ZS1 is 63 and 91 respectively.
Panasonic FZ80 vs Panasonic ZS1 Sensor Comparison
Typically, it is very difficult to picture the gap between sensor sizes just by reading through a spec sheet. The image underneath will help give you a clearer sense of the sensor sizing in the FZ80 and ZS1.
As you can see, each of these cameras provide different megapixel count and different sensor sizes. The FZ80 using its larger sensor is going to make shooting shallower DOF less difficult and the Panasonic FZ80 will give you more detail because of its extra 8 Megapixels. Greater resolution can also help you crop pics more aggressively. The fresher FZ80 provides a benefit in sensor tech.
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Panasonic FZ80 vs Panasonic ZS1 Specifications
Panasonic Lumix DMC-FZ80 | Panasonic Lumix DMC-ZS1 | |
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General Information | ||
Manufacturer | Panasonic | Panasonic |
Model | Panasonic Lumix DMC-FZ80 | Panasonic Lumix DMC-ZS1 |
Also called | Lumix DMC-FZ82 | Lumix DMC-TZ6 |
Category | Small Sensor Superzoom | Small Sensor Superzoom |
Released | 2017-01-04 | 2009-05-14 |
Physical type | SLR-like (bridge) | Compact |
Sensor Information | ||
Processor | Venus Engine | - |
Sensor type | BSI-CMOS | CCD |
Sensor size | 1/2.3" | 1/2.5" |
Sensor measurements | 6.17 x 4.55mm | 5.744 x 4.308mm |
Sensor surface area | 28.1mm² | 24.7mm² |
Sensor resolution | 18 megapixel | 10 megapixel |
Anti aliasing filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 4:3 | 16:9, 4:3 and 3:2 |
Highest resolution | 4896 x 3672 | 3648 x 2736 |
Highest native ISO | 3200 | 6400 |
Highest boosted ISO | 6400 | - |
Min native ISO | 80 | 100 |
RAW images | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Focus manually | ||
Touch to focus | ||
Continuous AF | ||
Single AF | ||
AF tracking | ||
AF selectice | ||
Center weighted AF | ||
AF multi area | ||
Live view AF | ||
Face detect AF | ||
Contract detect AF | ||
Phase detect AF | ||
Number of focus points | 49 | 11 |
Lens | ||
Lens mounting type | fixed lens | fixed lens |
Lens focal range | 20-1200mm (60.0x) | 25-300mm (12.0x) |
Largest aperture | f/2.8-5.9 | f/3.3-4.9 |
Macro focus distance | 1cm | 3cm |
Focal length multiplier | 5.8 | 6.3 |
Screen | ||
Type of display | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
Display size | 3 inches | 2.7 inches |
Display resolution | 1,040k dots | 230k dots |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch display | ||
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder type | Electronic | None |
Viewfinder resolution | 1,166k dots | - |
Viewfinder coverage | 100 percent | - |
Viewfinder magnification | 0.46x | - |
Features | ||
Slowest shutter speed | 4 seconds | 60 seconds |
Maximum shutter speed | 1/2000 seconds | 1/2000 seconds |
Maximum quiet shutter speed | 1/16000 seconds | - |
Continuous shooting rate | 10.0 frames/s | 3.0 frames/s |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Manual mode | ||
Exposure compensation | Yes | - |
Custom WB | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Inbuilt flash | ||
Flash range | 14.10 m (at Auto ISO) | 5.30 m (Auto ISO) |
Flash settings | Auto, Auto/Red-eye Reduction, Forced Off, Forced On, Forced On/Red-eye Reduction, Slow Sync, Slow Sync/Red-eye Reduction, 1st Curtain Sync, 2nd Curtain Sync | Auto, On, Off, Red-Eye reduction, Slow Sync |
External flash | ||
AE bracketing | ||
White balance bracketing | ||
Exposure | ||
Multisegment metering | ||
Average metering | ||
Spot metering | ||
Partial metering | ||
AF area metering | ||
Center weighted metering | ||
Video features | ||
Supported video resolutions | 3840 x 2160 @ 30p / 100 Mbps, MP4, H.264, AAC1920 x 1080 @ 60p / 28 Mbps, MP4, H.264, AAC | 848 x 480 (30 fps), 640 x 480 (30 fps), 320 x 240 (30 fps) |
Highest video resolution | 3840x2160 | 640x480 |
Video file format | MPEG-4, AVCHD | Motion JPEG |
Microphone support | ||
Headphone support | ||
Connectivity | ||
Wireless | Built-In | None |
Bluetooth | ||
NFC | ||
HDMI | ||
USB | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) |
GPS | None | None |
Physical | ||
Environmental sealing | ||
Water proof | ||
Dust proof | ||
Shock proof | ||
Crush proof | ||
Freeze proof | ||
Weight | 616 gr (1.36 lb) | 229 gr (0.50 lb) |
Physical dimensions | 130 x 94 x 119mm (5.1" x 3.7" x 4.7") | 103 x 60 x 33mm (4.1" x 2.4" x 1.3") |
DXO scores | ||
DXO All around score | not tested | not tested |
DXO Color Depth score | not tested | not tested |
DXO Dynamic range score | not tested | not tested |
DXO Low light score | not tested | not tested |
Other | ||
Battery life | 330 photos | - |
Battery style | Battery Pack | - |
Self timer | Yes (2 or 10 secs, 3 images x 10 secs) | Yes (2 or 10 sec) |
Time lapse shooting | ||
Storage type | SD/SDHC/SDXC card | SD/MMC/SDHC card, Internal |
Card slots | One | One |
Cost at launch | $399 | $0 |