Panasonic FZ80 vs Sony RX10 II

Here, we are evaluating the Panasonic FZ80 versus Sony RX10 II, former is a Small Sensor Superzoom while the other is a Large Sensor Superzoom by companies Panasonic and Sony. The image resolution of the FZ80 (18MP) and the RX10 II (20MP) is very close but the FZ80 (1/2.3") and RX10 II (1") provide different sensor sizes.

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The FZ80 was introduced 20 months after the RX10 II making them a generation away from one another. Both of the cameras feature the same body design (SLR-like (bridge)).

Before diving into a step-by-step comparison, here is a simple overview of how the FZ80 scores against the RX10 II when considering portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.

This is a sample of the gallery pics for Panasonic Lumix DMC-FZ80 & Sony Cyber-shot DSC-RX10 II. The whole galleries are available at Panasonic FZ80 Gallery & Sony RX10 II Gallery.

For anybody who is intending to travel with your camera frequently, you are going to need to factor in its weight and size. The Panasonic FZ80 comes with exterior 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 Sony RX10 II has specifications of 129mm x 88mm x 102mm (5.1" x 3.5" x 4.0") with a weight of 813 grams (1.79 lbs).

Compare the Panasonic FZ80 versus Sony RX10 II in our newest Camera plus Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Take into account, the weight of an ILC will change based on the lens you are using at that moment. Following is a front view measurement comparison of the FZ80 against the RX10 II.

Looking at dimensions and weight, the portability grade of the FZ80 and RX10 II is 63 and 58 respectively.

Sometimes, it's tough to imagine the gap in sensor dimensions just by researching specifications. The picture here should offer you a more clear sense of the sensor sizing in the FZ80 and RX10 II.

To sum up, both of the cameras come with different resolutions and different sensor dimensions. The FZ80 with its smaller sensor is going to make shooting shallow DOF harder and the Sony RX10 II will render more detail using its extra 2 Megapixels. Greater resolution can also help you crop photos a good deal more aggressively. The fresher FZ80 should have an advantage when it comes to sensor tech.