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Lumix FZ300

Weather-resistant bridge camera with constant f/2.8 25-600mm equivalent Leica zoom and 4K video.

$599

Launch price

Released Jul 2015

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Panasonic

LUMIX FZ80D

60x superzoom bridge with 18.1MP 1/2.3-inch sensor, 20–1200mm f/2.8–5.9 Leica lens, 4K video, 2.36M-dot EVF, USB-C, and POWER O.I.S.

$478

Launch price

Released Dec 2024

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LUMIX FZ80D is 9.4 years newer.

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Wins

5categories

Lumix FZ300

Wins

5categories

LUMIX FZ80D

9 categories tied

Which would you choose?

TL;DR — Key differences

Lumix FZ300 wins 3 categories·LUMIX FZ80D wins 2 categories
  • ALumix FZ300 has higher Burst (electronic) (60 fps vs 10 fps)
  • ALumix FZ300 has higher ISO max (native) (6,400 vs 3,200)
  • ALumix FZ300 has higher RAW buffer depth (20 frames vs 10 frames)
  • BLUMIX FZ80D has higher EVF resolution (2,360,000 vs 1,440,000)
  • BLUMIX FZ80D has higher Resolution (18.1 MP vs 12.1 MP)

Key specs at a glance

Lumix FZ300LUMIX FZ80D
Resolution12.1 MP18.1 MP
Sensor6.17 x 4.55 mm6.17 x 4.55 mm
ISO max6,4003,200
Burst60 fps10 fps
4K30 fps30 fps
IBISNoNo
Weight691 g640 g
Battery380 shots330 shots

Size and weight, to scale

Lumix FZ300

132 × 92 × 117 mm

691 g (1.52 lb / 24.37 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 FZ80D

130 × 94 × 125 mm

640 g (1.41 lb / 22.58 oz)

Lumix FZ300 is 3mm shorter and 8mm thinner than LUMIX FZ80D but it is also 1mm wider.

Lumix FZ300 is 51 g heavier than LUMIX FZ80D.

Depth (front-to-back): 117mm Lumix FZ300 · 125mm LUMIX FZ80D

Sensor size, to scale

Lumix FZ300

6.17 × 4.55 mm · Compact

28 mm² area

LUMIX FZ80D

6.17 × 4.55 mm · Compact

28 mm² area

Use-case scoring

Which one for what?

Algorithmic scores from verified specs · 10 = best in class

Use caseLumix FZ300LUMIX FZ80D
Portrait
4.0Fair✓ wins
3.0Limited
Sports & Action
5.5Fair✓ wins
3.0Limited
Video & Hybrid
3.5Limited✓ wins
3.0Limited
Landscape
1.5Limited✓ wins
0.0Limited
Travel
4.5Fair✓ wins
4.0Fair
Wildlife
5.5Fair✓ wins
3.0Limited
Vlogging
5.0Fair✓ wins
3.0Limited

Why pick one over the other

Reasons to choose

Lumix FZ300

  • Dimensions (W×H×D mm)

    Adds 131.6, 91.5, 117.1

  • Card types

    Adds SD UHS-I

  • Burst (electronic)

    60 fps vs 10 fps — higher is better

  • ISO max (native)

    6,400 vs 3,200 — higher is better

  • RAW buffer depth

    20 frames vs 10 frames — higher is better

  • Weather sealing

    Only Lumix FZ300 supports it

  • Microphone jack (3.5mm)

    Only Lumix FZ300 supports it

  • Burst (mechanical)

    12 fps vs 10 fps — higher is better

Reasons to choose

LUMIX FZ80D

  • Dimensions (W×H×D mm)

    Adds 130.2, 94.3, 125.2

  • Card types

    Adds SD UHS-I U3

  • Bluetooth

    Only LUMIX FZ80D supports it

  • EVF resolution

    2,360,000 vs 1,440,000 — higher is better

  • Resolution

    18.1 MP vs 12.1 MP — higher is better

  • ISO min (native)

    80 vs 100 — lower is better

  • Weight

    640 g vs 691 g — lower is better

  • EVF magnification

    0.74 × vs 0.7 × — higher is better

Both cameras share

  • ✓AF points / zones — Both 49
  • ✓AF frame coverage — Both 100 %
  • ✓Eye AF — Both support eye af
  • ✓Animal / bird AF — Both support animal / bird af
  • ✓4K max frame rate — Both 30 fps
  • ✓1080p max frame rate — Both 60 fps

Pros & cons at a glance

Editorially curated highlights and trade-offs.

Lumix FZ300

Pros

  • ✓Constant f/2.8 24x zoom
  • ✓Weather resistant
  • ✓4K video
  • ✓Great reach

Cons

  • –Small 1/2.3-inch sensor
  • –12MP
  • –Bridge-camera bulk

LUMIX FZ80D

Pros

  • ✓60x 20–1200mm equivalent reach
  • ✓Wide f/2.8 at wide end
  • ✓2.36M-dot OLED EVF + 1.84M-dot touchscreen
  • ✓4K video + 4K Photo
  • ✓USB-C charging

Cons

  • –Small 1/2.3-inch sensor
  • –Bulky bridge body (~640 g)
  • –No mic/headphone jacks
  • –Contrast-detect AF only

Decided which one is right for you?

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Panasonic Lumix FZ300

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Full specifications

✓ = category winner

Lumix FZ300
LUMIX FZ80D
Resolution
12.1 MP
18.1 MP✓+50%
Sensor type
1/2.3-inch High Sensitivity MOS
1/2.3-inch BSI MOS
Sensor size
6.17 x 4.55 mm
6.17 x 4.55 mm
AA filter
No
No
Lumix FZ300
LUMIX FZ80D
Aperture
f/2.8 constant
f/2.8-5.9
Focal length (35mm equiv.)
25-600 mm
20-1200 mm
Lumix FZ300
LUMIX FZ80D
Processor
Venus Engine
Venus Engine
Lumix FZ300
LUMIX FZ80D
ISO min (native)
100
80✓−20 less
ISO max (native)
6,400✓+1 stop
3,200
ISO max (expanded)
6,400
6,400
Lumix FZ300
LUMIX FZ80D
Shutter type
Focal-plane mechanical + electronic shutter
Focal-plane mechanical + electronic shutter
Max mechanical speed
1/4000 sec
1/2000 sec
Max electronic speed
1/16000 sec
1/16000 sec

Frequently asked

Quick answers generated from verified specs.

Which is better for sports, Lumix FZ300 or LUMIX FZ80D?

Lumix FZ300 scores 5.5/10 versus 3.0/10 for LUMIX FZ80D — 60fps burst — pro-level action capture.

What's the resolution difference between the Lumix FZ300 and LUMIX FZ80D?

Lumix FZ300 is 12.1 MP and LUMIX FZ80D is 18.1 MP, so the LUMIX FZ80D captures more detail for cropping and large prints.

How does stabilization compare between the Lumix FZ300 and LUMIX FZ80D?

Lumix FZ300 does not have IBIS, while LUMIX FZ80D does not have IBIS.

Which shoots faster bursts — the Lumix FZ300 or the LUMIX FZ80D?

Lumix FZ300 reaches 60 fps electronic. LUMIX FZ80D reaches 10 fps electronic.

What's the weight difference between the Lumix FZ300 and LUMIX FZ80D?

Lumix FZ300 weighs 691 g and LUMIX FZ80D weighs 640 g, so the LUMIX FZ80D is 51 g lighter.

Do the Lumix FZ300 and LUMIX FZ80D record 4K video?

Lumix FZ300: 4K up to 30p. LUMIX FZ80D: 4K up to 30p.

Are the Lumix FZ300 and LUMIX FZ80D weather sealed?

Lumix FZ300: Yes. LUMIX FZ80D: No.

Which has better battery life?

Rated battery life is 380 shots (CIPA) for the Lumix FZ300 and 330 shots for the LUMIX FZ80D, giving the Lumix FZ300 the edge.

How much does each cost?

Lumix FZ300 launched at $599 and LUMIX FZ80D at $478. The LUMIX FZ80D is $121 less.

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