Panasonic ZS7 vs Pentax P80

Below is a comprehensive overview of the Panasonic ZS7 vs Pentax P80, former being a Small Sensor Superzoom while the latter is a Small Sensor Compact by companies Panasonic and Pentax. The sensor resolution of the ZS7 (12MP) and the P80 (12MP) is pretty comparable and both cameras boast the same sensor sizing (1/2.3").

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The ZS7 was unveiled 24 months later than the P80 which makes them a generation apart from one another. Both the cameras have the same body design (Compact).

Before we go straight to a complete comparison, here is a short overview of how the ZS7 grades against the P80 in the way of portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.

Below is a preview of the gallery images for Panasonic Lumix DMC-ZS7 & Pentax Optio P80. The full galleries are viewable at Panasonic ZS7 Gallery & Pentax P80 Gallery.

If you are planning to lug around your camera, you will need to consider its weight and size. The Panasonic ZS7 has physical measurements of 103mm x 60mm x 33mm (4.1" x 2.4" x 1.3") with a weight of 218 grams (0.48 lbs) while the Pentax P80 has specifications of 102mm x 59mm x 25mm (4.0" x 2.3" x 1.0") along with a weight of 125 grams (0.28 lbs).

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Take into consideration, the weight of an ILC will change dependant on the lens you are using at that moment. Underneath is a front view scale comparison of the ZS7 vs the P80.

Using dimensions and weight, the portability rating of the ZS7 and P80 is 91 and 95 respectively.

Typically, its difficult to picture the gap in sensor measurements just by seeing a spec sheet. The graphic underneath will help give you a stronger sense of the sensor measurements in the ZS7 and P80.

Clearly, each of these cameras have the same sensor dimensions and the same MP so you can expect comparable quality of photos although you will need to take the age of the cameras into account. The younger ZS7 provides an edge in sensor innovation.