Panasonic S2 vs Sony HX80

Here, we will be comparing the Panasonic S2 vs Sony HX80, former being a Small Sensor Compact while the latter is a Small Sensor Superzoom by manufacturers Panasonic and Sony. There exists a considerable gap among the sensor resolutions of the S2 (14MP) and HX80 (18MP) but both cameras provide the identical sensor measurements (1/2.3").

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The S2 was revealed 5 years prior to the HX80 and that is a fairly large difference as far as camera technology is concerned. The two cameras feature the same body design (Compact).

Before going straight to a in depth comparison, here is a brief introduction of how the S2 matches up against the HX80 with regard to portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

Following is a preview of the gallery photos for Panasonic Lumix DMC-S2 & Sony Cyber-shot DSC-HX80. The full galleries are available at Panasonic S2 Gallery & Sony HX80 Gallery.

For anybody who is going to carry your camera regularly, you need to think about its weight and size. The Panasonic S2 comes with external measurements of 98mm x 57mm x 21mm (3.9" x 2.2" x 0.8") with a weight of 112 grams (0.25 lbs) whilst the Sony HX80 has specifications of 102mm x 58mm x 36mm (4.0" x 2.3" x 1.4") and a weight of 245 grams (0.54 lbs).

Take a look at the Panasonic S2 vs Sony HX80 in our brand new Camera & Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Don't forget, the weight of an ILC will change depending on the lens you are using at the time. Below is a front view overall size comparison of the S2 compared to the HX80.

Considering dimensions and weight, the portability score of the S2 and HX80 is 96 and 91 respectively.

Normally, it can be difficult to picture the contrast in sensor sizing merely by looking through technical specs. The photograph here will provide you a far better sense of the sensor sizing in the S2 and HX80.

As you can tell, both cameras feature the identical sensor size albeit different MP. You can count on the Sony HX80 to render extra detail because of its extra 4MP. Higher resolution will enable you to crop photographs way more aggressively. The older S2 will be behind in sensor technology.