Panasonic FZ80 vs Sony HX80

Here is a comprehensive analysis of the Panasonic FZ80 and Sony HX80, both Small Sensor Superzoom digital cameras by rivals Panasonic and Sony. The sensor resolution of the FZ80 (18MP) and the HX80 (18MP) is very well matched and both cameras offer the same sensor sizing (1/2.3").

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The FZ80 was manufactured 11 months later than the HX80 so they are both of a similar generation. Both the cameras have different body design with the Panasonic FZ80 being a SLR-like (bridge) camera and the Sony HX80 being a Compact camera.

Before delving right into a in depth comparison, here is a short summary of how the FZ80 scores against the HX80 with regards to portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

Following is a sample of the gallery pics for Panasonic Lumix DMC-FZ80 and Sony Cyber-shot DSC-HX80. The entire galleries are available at Panasonic FZ80 Gallery and Sony HX80 Gallery.

For anyone who is planning to carry your camera regularly, you're going to have to think about its weight and proportions. The Panasonic FZ80 has got outside measurements of 130mm x 94mm x 119mm (5.1" x 3.7" x 4.7") with a weight of 616 grams (1.36 lbs) while the Sony HX80 has measurements of 102mm x 58mm x 36mm (4.0" x 2.3" x 1.4") along with a weight of 245 grams (0.54 lbs).

Contrast the Panasonic FZ80 and Sony HX80 in the all new Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Remember, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will change based on the lens you have chosen during that time. Below is a front view measurement comparison of the FZ80 and the HX80.

Taking into consideration dimensions and weight, the portability score of the FZ80 and HX80 is 63 and 91 respectively.

Sometimes, it is very tough to visualize the difference between sensor sizing just by reading through technical specs. The visual underneath will help provide you a far better sense of the sensor measurements in the FZ80 and HX80.

As you can tell, each of the cameras have the same sensor dimensions and the same MP so you should expect similar quality of images however you will want to take the production date of the products into consideration. The fresher FZ80 provides an advantage with regard to sensor tech.