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EOS R7

Canon

EOS R7

32.5MP APS-C RF-mount body with 30fps burst, 4K 60p, 7-stop IBIS, and advanced subject tracking.

$1,499

Launch price

Released May 2022

vs

Panasonic

Lumix ZS80

Pocket superzoom with 30x Leica lens, tilting selfie screen, EVF, and 4K video.

$449

Launch price

Released Feb 2019

EOS R7 is 3.3 years newer.

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Wins

15categories

EOS R7

WildlifeSports & Action

Wins

2categories

Lumix ZS80

2 categories tied

Which would you choose?

TL;DR — Key differences

EOS R7 wins 5 categories·Lumix ZS80 wins 0 categories
  • AEOS R7 has higher IBIS effectiveness (8 stops vs 0 stops)
  • AEOS R7 has higher AF points / zones (651 vs 49)
  • AEOS R7 has higher ISO max (native) (32,000 vs 3,200)
  • AEOS R7 has higher RAW buffer depth (42 frames vs 10 frames)
  • AEOS R7 has higher Max video bit rate (340 Mbps vs 100 Mbps)

Key specs at a glance

EOS R7Lumix ZS80
Resolution32.5 MP20.3 MP
Sensor22.3 x 14.86.17 x 4.55 mm
ISO max32,0003,200
Burst30 fps30 fps
4K59.94 fps30 fps
IBIS8-stopNo
Weight612 g328 g
Battery660 shots380 shots

Size and weight, to scale

EOS R7 front view

EOS R7

132 × 90 × 92 mm

612 g (1.35 lb / 21.59 oz)

Credit card shown to scale as a size reference (ISO 7810, 85.6 × 54 mm)

Credit card

85.6 × 54 mm

for scale

Lumix ZS80

112 × 69 × 42 mm

328 g (0.72 lb / 11.57 oz)

EOS R7 is 20mm wider, 22mm taller, and 50mm thicker than Lumix ZS80.

EOS R7 is 284 g heavier than Lumix ZS80.

Depth (front-to-back): 92mm EOS R7 · 42mm Lumix ZS80

Back view, to scale

Width × Height — same proportions as the front of the body.

EOS R7 back view

EOS R7

132 × 90 mm

Credit card shown to scale as a size reference (ISO 7810, 85.6 × 54 mm)

Credit card

85.6 × 54 mm

Lumix ZS80

112 × 69 mm

Top view, to scale

Width × Depth (front-to-back) — see which body is chunkier on the table.

EOS R7 top view

EOS R7

132 × 92 mm

Credit card shown to scale as a size reference (ISO 7810, 85.6 × 54 mm)

Credit card

85.6 × 54 mm

Lumix ZS80

112 × 42 mm

Sensor size, to scale

EOS R7

22.3 × 14.8 mm · APS-C

330 mm² area

Lumix ZS80

6.17 × 4.55 mm · Compact

28 mm² area

11.8× larger sensor area = shallower depth of field and better low-light performance.

Lens ecosystem

Native lens selection

EOS R7

✓ more lenses

Canon RF

105+

native lenses available

45 first-party60 third-party

Lumix ZS80: mount data unavailable

Counts include current first-party and major third-party native autofocus lenses.

Use-case scoring

Which one for what?

Algorithmic scores from verified specs · 10 = best in class

Use caseEOS R7Lumix ZS80
Portrait
5.5Fair✓ wins
3.0Limited
Sports & Action
8.5Excellent✓ wins
4.5Fair
Video & Hybrid
3.5Limited✓ wins
3.0Limited
Landscape
5.5Fair✓ wins
0.0Limited
Travel
8.5Excellent✓ wins
4.5Fair
Wildlife
9.0Excellent✓ wins
4.0Fair
Vlogging
6.0Good✓ wins
3.5Limited

Why pick one over the other

Reasons to choose

EOS R7

  • AF low-light limit

    -5 EV vs -3 EV — lower is better

  • Codecs

    Adds H.265, AAC, LPCM

  • IBIS effectiveness

    8 stops vs 0 stops — higher is better

  • Dimensions (W×H×D mm)

    Adds 132, 90.4, 91.7

  • Card types

    Adds SD, SDHC, SDXC

  • AF points / zones

    651 vs 49 — higher is better

  • ISO max (native)

    32,000 vs 3,200 — higher is better

  • RAW buffer depth

    42 frames vs 10 frames — higher is better

Reasons to choose

Lumix ZS80

  • Codecs

    Adds H.264, MP4

  • Dimensions (W×H×D mm)

    Adds 112, 68.8, 41.6

  • Card types

    Adds SD UHS-I

  • Subject recognition

    Adds Face, Eye

  • Weight

    328 g vs 612 g — lower is better

  • ISO min (native)

    80 vs 100 — lower is better

Both cameras share

  • AF frame coverageBoth 100 %
  • Eye AFBoth support eye af
  • Animal / bird AFBoth support animal / bird af
  • Burst (electronic)Both 30 fps
  • TouchscreenBoth support touchscreen
  • Wi-FiBoth support wi-fi

Pros & cons at a glance

Editorially curated highlights and trade-offs.

EOS R7

Pros

  • High-resolution 32.5MP APS-C sensor
  • Up to 30fps electronic burst
  • 7-stop in-body stabilization
  • Dual SD UHS-II card slots
  • Strong value for wildlife and sports reach

Cons

  • APS-C sensor trails full-frame in low-light depth
  • RF-S lens lineup is still limited
  • 4K 60p uses a crop in some modes

Lumix ZS80

Pros

  • 30x 24-720mm equivalent zoom
  • Built-in EVF
  • Tilting selfie screen
  • 4K video

Cons

  • Small 1/2.3-inch sensor
  • Limited low light
  • Compact controls

Decided which one is right for you?

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Full specifications

= category winner

EOS R7
Lumix ZS80
Resolution
32.5 MP+60%
20.3 MP
Sensor type
CMOS
1/2.3-inch BSI MOS
Sensor size
22.3 x 14.8
6.17 x 4.55 mm
AA filter
Yes
No
EOS R7
Lumix ZS80
Aperture
f/3.3-6.4
Focal length (35mm equiv.)
24-720 mm
EOS R7
Lumix ZS80
Processor
DIGIC X
Venus Engine
EOS R7
Lumix ZS80
ISO min (native)
100
80−20 less
ISO max (native)
32,000+3.3 stops
3,200
ISO max (expanded)
51,200
6,400
EOS R7
Lumix ZS80
Shutter type
Mechanical Focal Plane Shutter and Electronic Rolling Shutter
Focal-plane mechanical + electronic shutter
Max mechanical speed
1/8000
1/2000 sec
Max electronic speed
1/16000
1/16000 sec

Frequently asked

Quick answers generated from verified specs.

Which is better for landscape, EOS R7 or Lumix ZS80?

EOS R7 scores 5.5/10 versus 0.0/10 for Lumix ZS80 — 32.5MP — ample resolution.

What's the resolution difference between the EOS R7 and Lumix ZS80?

EOS R7 is 32.5 MP and Lumix ZS80 is 20.3 MP, so the EOS R7 captures more detail for cropping and large prints.

Do the EOS R7 and Lumix ZS80 have in-body image stabilization?

EOS R7 has 8-stop in-body image stabilization, while Lumix ZS80 does not have IBIS.

Which shoots faster bursts — the EOS R7 or the Lumix ZS80?

EOS R7 reaches 30 fps electronic. Lumix ZS80 reaches 30 fps electronic.

What's the weight difference between the EOS R7 and Lumix ZS80?

EOS R7 weighs 612 g and Lumix ZS80 weighs 328 g, so the Lumix ZS80 is 284 g lighter.

Do the EOS R7 and Lumix ZS80 record 4K video?

EOS R7: 4K up to 59.94p. Lumix ZS80: 4K up to 30p.

Are the EOS R7 and Lumix ZS80 weather sealed?

EOS R7: Yes. Lumix ZS80: No.

Which has better battery life?

Rated battery life is 660 shots (CIPA) for the EOS R7 and 380 shots for the Lumix ZS80, giving the EOS R7 the edge.

How much does each cost?

EOS R7 launched at $1,499 and Lumix ZS80 at $449. The Lumix ZS80 is $1,050 less.

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Specs sourced from manufacturer data. Use-case scores algorithmically derived. Last reviewed June 2026.

Product images courtesy of Canon and Panasonic press materials.