Panasonic ZS70 vs Sony S980

Here, we are matching up the Panasonic ZS70 versus Sony S980, former being a Small Sensor Superzoom while the other is a Small Sensor Compact by manufacturers Panasonic and Sony. There is a considerable difference among the resolutions of the ZS70 (20MP) and S980 (12MP) but both cameras posses the identical sensor size (1/2.3").

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The ZS70 was announced 8 years later than the S980 and that is a fairly large difference as far as camera tech is concerned. Both of the cameras feature the same body design (Compact).

Before going into a comprehensive comparison, here is a short overview of how the ZS70 matches up against the S980 in relation to portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

Following is a sample of the gallery pics for Panasonic Lumix DMC-ZS70 & Sony Cyber-shot DSC-S980. The whole galleries are viewable at Panasonic ZS70 Gallery & Sony S980 Gallery.

For anybody who is aiming to carry your camera regularly, you have to factor its weight and measurements. The Panasonic ZS70 has outside dimensions of 112mm x 67mm x 41mm (4.4" x 2.6" x 1.6") with a weight of 322 grams (0.71 lbs) and the Sony S980 has proportions of 93mm x 56mm x 24mm (3.7" x 2.2" x 0.9") accompanied by a weight of 167 grams (0.37 lbs).

Look at the Panasonic ZS70 versus Sony S980 in our newest Camera & Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Take into account, the weight of an ILC will change based on the lens you have during that time. Here is a front view size comparison of the ZS70 compared to the S980.

Taking into account size and weight, the portability grade of the ZS70 and S980 is 87 and 94 respectively.

Usually, it is tough to visualise the gap in sensor sizing simply by seeing specs. The visual underneath may offer you a stronger sense of the sensor dimensions in the ZS70 and S980.

As you can plainly see, both of those cameras come with the identical sensor size but not the same MP. You can expect to see the Panasonic ZS70 to provide extra detail with its extra 8 Megapixels. Greater resolution will enable you to crop photos a good deal more aggressively. The newer ZS70 will have an edge when it comes to sensor technology.