Panasonic ZS3 vs Pentax P80

Below, we are evaluating the Panasonic ZS3 vs Pentax P80, one being a Small Sensor Superzoom and the other is a Small Sensor Compact by rivals Panasonic and Pentax. The resolution of the ZS3 (10MP) and the P80 (12MP) is very well matched and they come with the exact same sensor dimensions (1/2.3").

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The ZS3 was introduced 2 months prior to the P80 and they are both of a similar generation. Both of these cameras come with the identical body type (Compact).

Before going straight into a in depth comparison, below is a quick view of how the ZS3 grades vs the P80 when considering portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.

Following is a sample of the gallery pics for Panasonic Lumix DMC-ZS3 and Pentax Optio P80. The whole galleries are available at Panasonic ZS3 Gallery and Pentax P80 Gallery.

For those who are planning to lug around your camera frequently, you should think about its weight and measurements. The Panasonic ZS3 has physical measurements of 103mm x 60mm x 33mm (4.1" x 2.4" x 1.3") with a weight of 229 grams (0.50 lbs) while the Pentax P80 has proportions of 102mm x 59mm x 25mm (4.0" x 2.3" x 1.0") and a weight of 125 grams (0.28 lbs).

Take a look at the Panasonic ZS3 vs Pentax P80 in the all new Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Always remember, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will change depending on the lens you are utilising at that moment. Here is the front view measurements comparison of the ZS3 and the P80.

Factoring in size and weight, the portability rating of the ZS3 and P80 is 91 and 95 respectively.

In many cases, it can be hard to envision the contrast between sensor measurements only by checking a spec sheet. The visual underneath will provide you a far better sense of the sensor measurements in the ZS3 and P80.

Clearly, both of these cameras have got the exact same sensor measurements but not the same megapixels. You should expect to see the Pentax P80 to resolve greater detail using its extra 2 Megapixels. Greater resolution can also allow you to crop images much more aggressively.