Panasonic ZR1 vs Sony HX80

Following is a comprehensive comparison of the Panasonic ZR1 versus Sony HX80, one is a Small Sensor Compact and the latter is a Small Sensor Superzoom by competitors Panasonic and Sony. There is a sizeable difference between the sensor resolutions of the ZR1 (12MP) and HX80 (18MP) but both cameras have the same sensor size (1/2.3").

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The ZR1 was introduced 7 years before the HX80 which is quite a large gap as far as tech is concerned. Each of the cameras have the same body design (Compact).

Before getting into a full comparison, here is a simple introduction of how the ZR1 grades against the HX80 with regards to portability, imaging, features and an overall score.

Here is a preview of the gallery photos for Panasonic Lumix DMC-ZR1 and Sony Cyber-shot DSC-HX80. The whole galleries are viewable at Panasonic ZR1 Gallery and Sony HX80 Gallery.

If you are intending to carry around your camera often, you will need to think about its weight and proportions. The Panasonic ZR1 provides outside measurements of 98mm x 55mm x 26mm (3.9" x 2.2" x 1.0") and a weight of 158 grams (0.35 lbs) whilst the Sony HX80 has measurements of 102mm x 58mm x 36mm (4.0" x 2.3" x 1.4") and a weight of 245 grams (0.54 lbs).

Contrast the Panasonic ZR1 versus Sony HX80 in the all new Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Do not forget, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will differ dependant on the lens you have during that time. Underneath is a front view size comparison of the ZR1 vs the HX80.

Using size and weight, the portability rating of the ZR1 and HX80 is 94 and 91 respectively.

Often, it can be difficult to visualize the contrast between sensor sizes merely by checking specifications. The image here will offer you a more clear sense of the sensor sizing in the ZR1 and HX80.

Plainly, both of these cameras have the same sensor dimensions albeit different MP. You should count on the Sony HX80 to give greater detail using its extra 6 Megapixels. Higher resolution can also make it easier to crop photographs a bit more aggressively. The more aged ZR1 is going to be disadvantaged in sensor technology.