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 priceReleased Dec 2024
Panasonic
Lumix S1 II
24MP partially stacked full-frame hybrid with high frame rate video, fast burst shooting, and 15-stop V-Log.
$3,199
Launch priceReleased May 2025
Lumix S1 II is 5 months newer.
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Wins
LUMIX FZ80D
Wins
Lumix S1 II
2 categories tied
Which would you choose?
TL;DR — Key differences
- BLumix S1 II has higher IBIS effectiveness (8 stops vs 0 stops)
- BLumix S1 II has higher RAW buffer depth (200 frames vs 10 frames)
- BLumix S1 II has higher Max video bit rate (1900 Mbps vs 100 Mbps)
- BLumix S1 II has higher ISO max (native) (51,200 vs 3,200)
- BLumix S1 II has higher AF points / zones (779 vs 49)
Key specs at a glance
Size and weight, to scale
📸 Snap this size diff to shareLUMIX FZ80D
130 × 94 × 125 mm
640 g (1.41 lb / 22.58 oz)
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85.6 × 54 mm
for scale
Lumix S1 II
134 × 102 × 92 mm
800 g (1.76 lb / 28.22 oz)
LUMIX FZ80D is 4mm narrower and 8mm shorter than Lumix S1 II but it is also 33mm thicker.
LUMIX FZ80D is 160 g lighter than Lumix S1 II.
Depth (front-to-back): 125mm LUMIX FZ80D · 92mm Lumix S1 II
Back view, to scale
Width × Height — same proportions as the front of the body.
LUMIX FZ80D
130 × 94 mm
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85.6 × 54 mm
Lumix S1 II
134 × 102 mm
Top view, to scale
Width × Depth (front-to-back) — see which body is chunkier on the table.
LUMIX FZ80D
130 × 125 mm
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85.6 × 54 mm
Lumix S1 II
134 × 92 mm
Sensor size, to scale
LUMIX FZ80D
6.17 × 4.55 mm · Compact
28 mm² area
Lumix S1 II
35.6 × 23.8 mm · Full Frame
847 mm² area
30.3× 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
LUMIX FZ80D
Dimensions (W×H×D mm)
Adds 130.2, 94.3, 125.2
Card types
Adds SD UHS-I U3
Codecs
Adds AVCHD
ISO min (native)
80 vs 100 — lower is better
Weight
640 g vs 800 g — lower is better
Reasons to choose
Lumix S1 II
AF low-light limit
-6 EV vs -3 EV — lower is better
IBIS effectiveness
8 stops vs 0 stops — higher is better
Dimensions (W×H×D mm)
Adds 134.3, 102.3, 91.8
Card types
Adds CFexpress Type B, SD UHS-II
RAW buffer depth
200 frames vs 10 frames — higher is better
Max video bit rate
1900 Mbps vs 100 Mbps — higher is better
ISO max (native)
51,200 vs 3,200 — higher is better
AF points / zones
779 vs 49 — higher is better
Both cameras share
- ✓AF frame coverage — Both 100 %
- ✓Eye AF — Both support eye af
- ✓Animal / bird AF — Both support animal / bird af
- ✓Burst (mechanical) — Both 10 fps
- ✓Touchscreen — Both support touchscreen
- ✓Wi-Fi — Both support wi-fi
Pros & cons at a glance
Editorially curated highlights and trade-offs.
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
Lumix S1 II
Pros
- ✓Partially stacked full-frame sensor
- ✓6K open-gate video
- ✓4K 120p
- ✓Fast Phase Hybrid AF
Cons
- –Premium hybrid body
- –24MP stills resolution
- –Large L-mount lenses
Decided which one is right for you?
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Full specifications
✓ = category winner
Frequently asked
Quick answers generated from verified specs.
Which is better for sports, LUMIX FZ80D or Lumix S1 II?
Lumix S1 II scores 10.0/10 versus 3.0/10 for LUMIX FZ80D — 70fps burst — pro-level action capture.
What's the resolution difference between the LUMIX FZ80D and Lumix S1 II?
LUMIX FZ80D is 18.1 MP and Lumix S1 II is 24.1 MP, so the Lumix S1 II captures more detail for cropping and large prints.
Do the LUMIX FZ80D and Lumix S1 II have in-body image stabilization?
LUMIX FZ80D does not have IBIS, while Lumix S1 II has 8-stop in-body image stabilization.
Which shoots faster bursts — the LUMIX FZ80D or the Lumix S1 II?
LUMIX FZ80D reaches 10 fps electronic. Lumix S1 II reaches 70 fps electronic.
What's the weight difference between the LUMIX FZ80D and Lumix S1 II?
LUMIX FZ80D weighs 640 g and Lumix S1 II weighs 800 g, so the LUMIX FZ80D is 160 g lighter.
Do the LUMIX FZ80D and Lumix S1 II record 4K video?
LUMIX FZ80D: 4K up to 30p. Lumix S1 II: 6K Open Gate (max), 4K up to 120p.
Are the LUMIX FZ80D and Lumix S1 II weather sealed?
LUMIX FZ80D: No. Lumix S1 II: Yes.
Which has better battery life?
Rated battery life is 330 shots (CIPA) for the LUMIX FZ80D and 350 shots for the Lumix S1 II, giving the Lumix S1 II the edge.
How much does each cost?
LUMIX FZ80D launched at $478 and Lumix S1 II at $3,199. The LUMIX FZ80D is $2,721 less.
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Specs sourced from manufacturer data. Use-case scores algorithmically derived. Last reviewed June 2026.
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