Panasonic FZ80 vs Samsung ST90

Its time to examine more closely at the Panasonic FZ80 vs Samsung ST90, one is a Small Sensor Superzoom and the latter is a Ultracompact by brands Panasonic and Samsung. There exists a crucial gap between the sensor resolutions of the FZ80 (18MP) and ST90 (14MP) but they possess the same exact sensor size (1/2.3").

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The FZ80 was released 6 years after the ST90 which is quite a serious gap as far as technology is concerned. Both cameras offer different body type with the Panasonic FZ80 being a SLR-like (bridge) camera and the Samsung ST90 being a Ultracompact camera.

Before getting straight into a in-depth comparison, below is a brief view of how the FZ80 matches up vs the ST90 when considering portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.

Here is a preview of the gallery photos for Panasonic Lumix DMC-FZ80 and Samsung ST90. The complete galleries are viewable at Panasonic FZ80 Gallery and Samsung ST90 Gallery.

In case you're planning to travel with your camera regularly, you'll need to think about its weight and dimensions. The Panasonic FZ80 has got physical dimensions 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 Samsung ST90 has dimensions of 92mm x 53mm x 17mm (3.6" x 2.1" x 0.7") with a weight of n/a grams (0.00 lbs).

Take a look at the Panasonic FZ80 vs Samsung ST90 in the new Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Take into account, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will differ depending on the lens you have at the time. Underneath is the front view dimensions comparison of the FZ80 and the ST90.

Taking into account dimensions and weight, the portability rating of the FZ80 and ST90 is 63 and 99 respectively.

Sometimes, it can be hard to envision the contrast between sensor dimensions simply by going over specifications. The pic below should provide you a more clear sense of the sensor sizes in the FZ80 and ST90.

Plainly, the 2 cameras offer the same exact sensor sizing albeit not the same megapixels. You should count on the Panasonic FZ80 to offer you greater detail as a result of its extra 4 Megapixels. Higher resolution will help you crop pictures a little more aggressively. The more modern FZ80 will have an edge in sensor innovation.