Panasonic ZS20 vs Pentax W80
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Panasonic ZS20 vs Pentax W80 Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 14MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 3" Fixed Screen
- ISO 100 - 6400
- Optical Image Stabilization
- 1920 x 1080 video
- 24-480mm (F3.3-6.4) lens
- 206g - 105 x 59 x 28mm
- Launched April 2012
- Alternative Name is Lumix DMC-TZ30
- Succeeded the Panasonic ZS15
- Replacement is Panasonic ZS25
(Full Review)
- 12MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 2.5" Fixed Display
- ISO 64 - 6400
- 1280 x 720 video
- 28-140mm (F3.5-5.5) lens
- 156g - 100 x 56 x 25mm
- Launched June 2009
Panasonic ZS20 vs Pentax W80 Overview
Below is a in depth analysis of the Panasonic ZS20 versus Pentax W80, former being a Small Sensor Superzoom while the other is a Small Sensor Compact by manufacturers Panasonic and Pentax. The resolution of the ZS20 (14MP) and the W80 (12MP) is very close and they enjoy the exact same sensor dimensions (1/2.3").
Samsung Releases Faster Versions of EVO MicroSD CardsThe ZS20 was brought out 2 years later than the W80 and that is a fairly significant difference as far as camera tech is concerned. Each of the cameras come with the identical body type (Compact).
Before diving straight into a in depth comparison, below is a short summation of how the ZS20 scores against the W80 when it comes to portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.
Panasonic ZS20 vs Pentax W80 Gallery
The following is a sample of the gallery pics for Panasonic Lumix DMC-ZS20 & Pentax Optio W80. The entire galleries are available at Panasonic ZS20 Gallery & Pentax W80 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Panasonic ZS20 over the Pentax W80
ZS20 | W80 | |||
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Launched | April 2012 | June 2009 | More recent by 35 months | |
Display dimension | 3" | 2.5" | Larger display (+0.5") | |
Display resolution | 460k | 230k | Crisper display (+230k dot) | |
Touch friendly display | Easily navigate |
Reasons to pick Pentax W80 over the Panasonic ZS20
W80 | ZS20 | |||
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Manually focus | More exact focusing |
Common features in the Panasonic ZS20 and Pentax W80
ZS20 | W80 | |||
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Display type | Fixed | Fixed | Fixed display | |
Selfie screen | Neither provides selfie screen |
Panasonic ZS20 vs Pentax W80 Physical Comparison
In case you're intending to lug around your camera regularly, you'll have to consider its weight and measurements. The Panasonic ZS20 provides external measurements of 105mm x 59mm x 28mm (4.1" x 2.3" x 1.1") accompanied by a weight of 206 grams (0.45 lbs) and the Pentax W80 has proportions of 100mm x 56mm x 25mm (3.9" x 2.2" x 1.0") and a weight of 156 grams (0.34 lbs).
Analyze the Panasonic ZS20 versus Pentax W80 in our completely new Camera plus Lens Size Comparison Tool.Remember, the weight of an ILC will vary depending on the lens you are utilizing at the time. The following is the front view dimensions comparison of the ZS20 and the W80.
Using size and weight, the portability rating of the ZS20 and W80 is 92 and 94 respectively.
Panasonic ZS20 vs Pentax W80 Sensor Comparison
Oftentimes, it's difficult to envision the contrast in sensor measurements merely by researching specs. The visual underneath might provide you a stronger sense of the sensor sizing in the ZS20 and W80.
As you can plainly see, the two cameras have got the exact same sensor measurements but not the same resolution. You can expect to see the Panasonic ZS20 to provide you with greater detail having its extra 2MP. Greater resolution will also enable you to crop pics much more aggressively. The younger ZS20 will have a benefit when it comes to sensor technology.
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Panasonic ZS20 vs Pentax W80 Specifications
Panasonic Lumix DMC-ZS20 | Pentax Optio W80 | |
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General Information | ||
Brand Name | Panasonic | Pentax |
Model | Panasonic Lumix DMC-ZS20 | Pentax Optio W80 |
Otherwise known as | Lumix DMC-TZ30 | - |
Type | Small Sensor Superzoom | Small Sensor Compact |
Launched | 2012-04-26 | 2009-06-25 |
Body design | Compact | Compact |
Sensor Information | ||
Sensor type | CMOS | CCD |
Sensor size | 1/2.3" | 1/2.3" |
Sensor measurements | 6.08 x 4.56mm | 6.08 x 4.56mm |
Sensor area | 27.7mm² | 27.7mm² |
Sensor resolution | 14 megapixel | 12 megapixel |
Anti aliasing filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 1:1, 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 | 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 |
Highest Possible resolution | 4320 x 3240 | 4000 x 3000 |
Maximum native ISO | 6400 | 6400 |
Minimum native ISO | 100 | 64 |
RAW format | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Manual focus | ||
Touch focus | ||
Autofocus continuous | ||
Autofocus single | ||
Autofocus tracking | ||
Selective autofocus | ||
Autofocus center weighted | ||
Multi area autofocus | ||
Autofocus live view | ||
Face detection autofocus | ||
Contract detection autofocus | ||
Phase detection autofocus | ||
Number of focus points | 23 | 9 |
Lens | ||
Lens mounting type | fixed lens | fixed lens |
Lens focal range | 24-480mm (20.0x) | 28-140mm (5.0x) |
Highest aperture | f/3.3-6.4 | f/3.5-5.5 |
Macro focus distance | 3cm | 1cm |
Crop factor | 5.9 | 5.9 |
Screen | ||
Screen type | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
Screen size | 3 inches | 2.5 inches |
Screen resolution | 460 thousand dot | 230 thousand dot |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch display | ||
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder | None | None |
Features | ||
Minimum shutter speed | 15 secs | 4 secs |
Fastest shutter speed | 1/2000 secs | 1/1500 secs |
Continuous shutter speed | 10.0 frames/s | 1.0 frames/s |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Expose Manually | ||
Exposure compensation | Yes | - |
Change white balance | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Built-in flash | ||
Flash range | 6.40 m | 3.90 m |
Flash modes | Auto, On, Off, Red-eye, Slow Syncro | Auto, On, Off, Red-eye, Soft |
Hot shoe | ||
Auto exposure bracketing | ||
White balance bracketing | ||
Exposure | ||
Multisegment exposure | ||
Average exposure | ||
Spot exposure | ||
Partial exposure | ||
AF area exposure | ||
Center weighted exposure | ||
Video features | ||
Video resolutions | 1920 x 1080 (60 fps), 1280 x 720 (60, 30 fps), 640 x 480 (30 fps), 320 x 240 (220 fps) | 1280 x 720 (30, 15 fps), 640 x 480 (30, 15 fps), 320 x 240 (30, 15 fps) |
Maximum video resolution | 1920x1080 | 1280x720 |
Video data format | MPEG-4, AVCHD | Motion JPEG |
Microphone jack | ||
Headphone jack | ||
Connectivity | ||
Wireless | None | None |
Bluetooth | ||
NFC | ||
HDMI | ||
USB | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) |
GPS | BuiltIn | None |
Physical | ||
Environment seal | ||
Water proof | ||
Dust proof | ||
Shock proof | ||
Crush proof | ||
Freeze proof | ||
Weight | 206 gr (0.45 pounds) | 156 gr (0.34 pounds) |
Dimensions | 105 x 59 x 28mm (4.1" x 2.3" x 1.1") | 100 x 56 x 25mm (3.9" x 2.2" x 1.0") |
DXO scores | ||
DXO Overall score | not tested | not tested |
DXO Color Depth score | not tested | not tested |
DXO Dynamic range score | not tested | not tested |
DXO Low light score | not tested | not tested |
Other | ||
Battery life | 260 pictures | - |
Type of battery | Battery Pack | - |
Battery model | - | D-LI78 |
Self timer | Yes (2 or 10 sec) | Yes (2 or 10 sec) |
Time lapse shooting | ||
Type of storage | SD/SDHC/SDXC, Internal | SD/SDHC card, Internal |
Storage slots | One | One |
Launch price | $349 | $250 |