Panasonic ZR3 vs Samsung CL80

Here, we are reviewing the Panasonic ZR3 and Samsung CL80, former being a Small Sensor Compact while the other is a Ultracompact by manufacturers Panasonic and Samsung. The image resolution of the ZR3 (14MP) and the CL80 (14MP) is very similar and both cameras provide the identical sensor sizes (1/2.3").

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The ZR3 was announced very close to the CL80 so they are both of a similar age. Each of the cameras feature different body design with the Panasonic ZR3 being a Compact camera and the Samsung CL80 being a Ultracompact camera.

Before going right into a complete comparison, here is a quick summary of how the ZR3 matches up vs the CL80 for portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

Below is a sample of the gallery pics for Panasonic Lumix DMC-ZR3 & Samsung CL80. The whole galleries are provided at Panasonic ZR3 Gallery & Samsung CL80 Gallery.

For anybody who is planning to carry your camera regularly, you should take into account its weight and size. The Panasonic ZR3 comes with outer measurements of 98mm x 55mm x 26mm (3.9" x 2.2" x 1.0") and a weight of 159 grams (0.35 lbs) and the Samsung CL80 has specifications of 104mm x 58mm x 20mm (4.1" x 2.3" x 0.8") with a weight of 160 grams (0.35 lbs).

Check out the Panasonic ZR3 and Samsung CL80 in our brand new Camera & Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Take into account, the weight of an ILC will differ depending on the lens you have at that moment. Below is a front view sizing comparison of the ZR3 against the CL80.

Looking at size and weight, the portability rating of the ZR3 and CL80 is 94 and 95 respectively.

Often, its difficult to imagine the gap between sensor sizing just by going over specifications. The photograph below may provide you a more clear sense of the sensor measurements in the ZR3 and CL80.

Plainly, each of these cameras feature the identical sensor size and the exact same resolution so you can expect similar quality of images but you should really factor the launch date of the products into consideration.