Panasonic ZS5 vs Pentax P80

Here, we are analyzing the Panasonic ZS5 and Pentax P80, former being a Small Sensor Superzoom while the other is a Small Sensor Compact by brands Panasonic and Pentax. The sensor resolution of the ZS5 (12MP) and the P80 (12MP) is very well matched and both cameras boast the identical sensor dimensions (1/2.3").

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The ZS5 was brought out 11 months later than the P80 so they are both of a similar age. Both of these cameras feature the same body design (Compact).

Before we go right into a thorough comparison, here is a concise overview of how the ZS5 matches up vs the P80 when it comes to portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.

The following is a sample of the gallery pics for Panasonic Lumix DMC-ZS5 & Pentax Optio P80. The entire galleries are available at Panasonic ZS5 Gallery & Pentax P80 Gallery.

For those who are intending to lug around your camera often, you need to factor in its weight and proportions. The Panasonic ZS5 features external measurements of 103mm x 60mm x 32mm (4.1" x 2.4" x 1.3") along with a weight of 214 grams (0.47 lbs) while the Pentax P80 has measurements of 102mm x 59mm x 25mm (4.0" x 2.3" x 1.0") accompanied by a weight of 125 grams (0.28 lbs).

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Keep in mind, the weight of an ILC will change dependant on the lens you are utilizing at that moment. Below is a front view measurement comparison of the ZS5 against the P80.

Taking into consideration dimensions and weight, the portability rating of the ZS5 and P80 is 92 and 95 respectively.

More often than not, it can be hard to imagine the gap between sensor measurements just by checking a spec sheet. The visual here might offer you a greater sense of the sensor measurements in the ZS5 and P80.

Clearly, both cameras come with the identical sensor size and the identical resolution so you can expect similar quality of pictures however you need to factor the launch date of the products into consideration. The more modern ZS5 should have an edge in sensor technology.