Leica
Q3
Full-frame fixed 28mm f/1.7 premium compact for documentary and travel.
$5,995
Launch priceReleased May 2023
Panasonic
Lumix ZS80
Pocket superzoom with 30x Leica lens, tilting selfie screen, EVF, and 4K video.
$449
Launch priceReleased Feb 2019
Q3 is 4.3 years newer.
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Wins
Q3
Wins
Lumix ZS80
1 categories tied
Which would you choose?
TL;DR — Key differences
- AQ3 has higher ISO max (native) (100,000 vs 3,200)
- AQ3 has higher Resolution (60.3 MP vs 20.3 MP)
- BLumix ZS80 has higher Burst (mechanical) (10 fps vs 4 fps)
- AQ3 has higher EVF resolution (5,760,000 vs 2,330,000)
- BLumix ZS80 has lower Weight (328 g vs 743 g)
Key specs at a glance
Size and weight, to scale
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Q3
130 × 80 × 92 mm
743 g (1.64 lb / 26.21 oz)
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85.6 × 54 mm
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Lumix ZS80
112 × 69 × 42 mm
328 g (0.72 lb / 11.57 oz)
Q3 is 18mm wider, 11mm taller, and 50mm thicker than Lumix ZS80.
Q3 is 415 g heavier than Lumix ZS80.
Depth (front-to-back): 92mm Q3 · 42mm Lumix ZS80
Back view, to scale
Width × Height — same proportions as the front of the body.
Q3
130 × 80 mm
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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.
Q3
130 × 92 mm
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85.6 × 54 mm
Lumix ZS80
112 × 42 mm
Sensor size, to scale
Q3
36 × 24 mm · Full Frame
864 mm² area
Lumix ZS80
6.17 × 4.55 mm · Compact
28 mm² area
30.9× larger sensor area = shallower depth of field and better low-light performance.
Use-case scoring
Which one for what?
Algorithmic scores from verified specs · 10 = best in class
Why pick one over the other
Reasons to choose
Q3
Dimensions (W×H×D mm)
Adds 130, 80, 92
Card types
Adds SD UHS-II
ISO max (native)
100,000 vs 3,200 — higher is better
Codecs
Adds H.265, ProRes
Resolution
60.3 MP vs 20.3 MP — higher is better
EVF resolution
5,760,000 vs 2,330,000 — higher is better
4K max frame rate
60 fps vs 30 fps — higher is better
Weather sealing
Only Q3 supports it
Reasons to choose
Lumix ZS80
Dimensions (W×H×D mm)
Adds 112, 68.8, 41.6
Card types
Adds SD UHS-I
Burst (mechanical)
10 fps vs 4 fps — higher is better
Weight
328 g vs 743 g — lower is better
Burst (electronic)
30 fps vs 15 fps — higher is better
Codecs
Adds MP4
Battery life (CIPA)
380 shots vs 350 shots — higher is better
Both cameras share
- ✓Eye AF — Both support eye af
- ✓Animal / bird AF — Both support animal / bird af
- ✓Card slots — Both 1
- ✓Touchscreen — Both support touchscreen
- ✓Wi-Fi — Both support wi-fi
- ✓Bluetooth — Both support bluetooth
Pros & cons at a glance
Editorially curated highlights and trade-offs.
Q3
Pros
- ✓60MP full-frame
- ✓Summilux 28mm lens
- ✓Built like a tank
- ✓Unique aesthetic
Cons
- –Fixed lens
- –Very expensive
- –No interchangeable system
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
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Full specifications
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Frequently asked
Quick answers generated from verified specs.
Which is better for landscape, Q3 or Lumix ZS80?
Q3 scores 8.0/10 versus 0.0/10 for Lumix ZS80 — 60.3MP — massive detail for large prints.
What's the resolution difference between the Q3 and Lumix ZS80?
Q3 is 60.3 MP and Lumix ZS80 is 20.3 MP, so the Q3 captures more detail for cropping and large prints.
How does stabilization compare between the Q3 and Lumix ZS80?
Q3 does not have IBIS, while Lumix ZS80 does not have IBIS.
Which shoots faster bursts — the Q3 or the Lumix ZS80?
Q3 reaches 15 fps electronic. Lumix ZS80 reaches 30 fps electronic.
What's the weight difference between the Q3 and Lumix ZS80?
Q3 weighs 743 g and Lumix ZS80 weighs 328 g, so the Lumix ZS80 is 415 g lighter.
Do the Q3 and Lumix ZS80 record 4K video?
Q3: 8K (max), 4K up to 60p. Lumix ZS80: 4K up to 30p.
Are the Q3 and Lumix ZS80 weather sealed?
Q3: Yes. Lumix ZS80: No.
Which has better battery life?
Rated battery life is 350 shots (CIPA) for the Q3 and 380 shots for the Lumix ZS80, giving the Lumix ZS80 the edge.
How much does each cost?
Q3 launched at $5,995 and Lumix ZS80 at $449. The Lumix ZS80 is $5,546 less.
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Specs sourced from manufacturer data. Use-case scores algorithmically derived. Last reviewed July 2026.
Product images courtesy of Leica and Panasonic press materials.