Panasonic ZS15 vs Pentax P80

On this page, we will be comparing the Panasonic ZS15 versus Pentax P80, former being a Small Sensor Superzoom while the latter is a Small Sensor Compact by competitors Panasonic and Pentax. The sensor resolution of the ZS15 (12MP) and the P80 (12MP) is relatively similar and both cameras provide the same sensor size (1/2.3").

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The ZS15 was revealed 2 years later than the P80 and that is quite a large difference as far as technology is concerned. Each of these cameras have the same body design (Compact).

Before delving right into a step-by-step comparison, here is a concise overview of how the ZS15 grades versus the P80 in terms of portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.

This is a preview of the gallery photos for Panasonic Lumix DMC-ZS15 & Pentax Optio P80. The full galleries are available at Panasonic ZS15 Gallery & Pentax P80 Gallery.

For anybody who is looking to lug around your camera regularly, you have to think about its weight and size. The Panasonic ZS15 features exterior measurements of 105mm x 58mm x 33mm (4.1" x 2.3" x 1.3") having a weight of 208 grams (0.46 lbs) while the Pentax P80 has specifications of 102mm x 59mm x 25mm (4.0" x 2.3" x 1.0") having a weight of 125 grams (0.28 lbs).

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Don't forget, the weight of an ILC will change dependant on the lens you are using during that time. Following is a front view sizing comparison of the ZS15 compared to the P80.

Looking at dimensions and weight, the portability grade of the ZS15 and P80 is 92 and 95 respectively.

Normally, it's hard to picture the gap between sensor measurements purely by reading technical specs. The visual underneath should give you a better sense of the sensor measurements in the ZS15 and P80.

As you have seen, each of these cameras provide the same sensor dimensions and the same resolution and you can expect similar quality of photographs although you may want to take the launch date of the products into consideration. The younger ZS15 should have an edge with regard to sensor innovation.