Panasonic ZS7 vs Samsung CL80

Here is a in depth comparison of the Panasonic ZS7 versus Samsung CL80, former being a Small Sensor Superzoom while the other is a Ultracompact by manufacturers Panasonic and Samsung. The image resolution of the ZS7 (12MP) and the CL80 (14MP) is very similar and they come with the exact same sensor dimensions (1/2.3").

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The ZS7 was manufactured 19 months later than the CL80 making the cameras a generation apart from each other. Each of these cameras come with different body type with the Panasonic ZS7 being a Compact camera and the Samsung CL80 being a Ultracompact camera.

Before going in to a comprehensive comparison, below is a brief highlight of how the ZS7 matches up vs the CL80 when considering portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

This is a sample of the gallery pics for Panasonic Lumix DMC-ZS7 & Samsung CL80. The entire galleries are provided at Panasonic ZS7 Gallery & Samsung CL80 Gallery.

When you are looking to carry your camera frequently, you'll need to take into account its weight and dimensions. The Panasonic ZS7 provides physical dimensions of 103mm x 60mm x 33mm (4.1" x 2.4" x 1.3") along with a weight of 218 grams (0.48 lbs) while the Samsung CL80 has dimensions of 104mm x 58mm x 20mm (4.1" x 2.3" x 0.8") with a weight of 160 grams (0.35 lbs).

Take a look at the Panasonic ZS7 versus Samsung CL80 in our completely new Camera & Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Don't forget, the weight of an ILC will change depending on the lens you use at that moment. Underneath is the front view measurements comparison of the ZS7 and the CL80.

Looking at size and weight, the portability rating of the ZS7 and CL80 is 91 and 95 respectively.

Usually, it is tough to envision the contrast between sensor sizing just by going over a spec sheet. The photograph here may offer you a better sense of the sensor dimensions in the ZS7 and CL80.

Clearly, both the cameras posses the exact same sensor measurements but not the same megapixels. You can expect to see the Samsung CL80 to deliver more detail due to its extra 2MP. Greater resolution will allow you to crop pics somewhat more aggressively. The newer ZS7 will have a benefit with regard to sensor innovation.