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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

vs

Panasonic

Lumix S1R II

High-resolution 44.3MP full-frame L-mount body with 8K video, phase hybrid AF, and compact S-series ergonomics.

$3,299

Launch price

Released Feb 2025

Lumix S1R II is 2 months newer.

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Wins

1categories

LUMIX FZ80D

Wins

15categories

Lumix S1R II

Sports & ActionVideo & Hybrid

3 categories tied

Which would you choose?

TL;DR — Key differences

LUMIX FZ80D wins 0 categories·Lumix S1R II wins 5 categories
  • BLumix S1R II has higher IBIS effectiveness (8 stops vs 0 stops)
  • BLumix S1R II has higher Max video bit rate (1900 Mbps vs 100 Mbps)
  • BLumix S1R II has higher ISO max (native) (51,200 vs 3,200)
  • BLumix S1R II has higher AF points / zones (779 vs 49)
  • BLumix S1R II has higher RAW buffer depth (70 frames vs 10 frames)

Key specs at a glance

LUMIX FZ80DLumix S1R II
Resolution18.1 MP44.3 MP
Sensor6.17 x 4.55 mmAPS-C
ISO max3,20051,200
Burst10 fps40 fps
4K30 fps120 fps
IBISNo8-stop
Weight640 g795 g
Battery330 shots350 shots

Size and weight, to scale

LUMIX FZ80D

130 × 94 × 125 mm

640 g (1.41 lb / 22.58 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 S1R II

134 × 102 × 92 mm

795 g (1.75 lb / 28.04 oz)

LUMIX FZ80D is 4mm narrower and 8mm shorter than Lumix S1R II but it is also 33mm thicker.

LUMIX FZ80D is 155 g lighter than Lumix S1R II.

Depth (front-to-back): 125mm LUMIX FZ80D · 92mm Lumix S1R II

Sensor size, to scale

LUMIX FZ80D

6.17 × 4.55 mm · Compact

28 mm² area

Lumix S1R II

35.8 × 23.9 mm · Full Frame

856 mm² area

30.6× 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

Use caseLUMIX FZ80DLumix S1R II
Portrait
3.0Limited
8.5Excellent✓ wins
Sports & Action
3.0Limited
10.0Excellent✓ wins
Video & Hybrid
3.0Limited
9.5Excellent✓ wins
Landscape
0.0Limited
8.5Excellent✓ wins
Travel
4.0Fair
4.5Fair✓ wins
Wildlife
3.0Limited
8.0Excellent✓ wins
Vlogging
3.0Limited
5.5Fair✓ wins

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

  • Weight

    640 g vs 795 g — lower is better

Reasons to choose

Lumix S1R 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

  • 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

  • RAW buffer depth

    70 frames vs 10 frames — higher is better

Both cameras share

  • ISO min (native)Both 80
  • AF frame coverageBoth 100 %
  • Eye AFBoth support eye af
  • Animal / bird AFBoth support animal / bird af
  • Burst (mechanical)Both 10 fps
  • TouchscreenBoth support touchscreen

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 S1R II

Pros

  • 44.3MP full-frame BSI sensor
  • 8K video
  • Phase Hybrid AF
  • CFexpress plus SD workflow

Cons

  • Large high-res files
  • Premium price
  • L-mount lens size

Decided which one is right for you?

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Full specifications

= category winner

LUMIX FZ80D
Lumix S1R II
Resolution
18.1 MP
44.3 MP2.4× more
Sensor type
1/2.3-inch BSI MOS
35mm Full-Frame BSI CMOS
Sensor size
6.17 x 4.55 mm
35.8 x 23.9 mm
AA filter
No
No
LUMIX FZ80D
Lumix S1R II
Aperture
f/2.8-5.9
Focal length (35mm equiv.)
20-1200 mm
LUMIX FZ80D
Lumix S1R II
Processor
Venus Engine
Venus Engine
LUMIX FZ80D
Lumix S1R II
ISO min (native)
80
80
ISO max (native)
3,200
51,200+4 stops
ISO max (expanded)
6,400
102,400
LUMIX FZ80D
Lumix S1R II
Shutter type
Focal-plane mechanical + electronic shutter
Focal-plane mechanical + electronic shutter
Max mechanical speed
1/2000 sec
1/8000 sec
Max electronic speed
1/16000 sec
1/16000 sec

Frequently asked

Quick answers generated from verified specs.

Which is better for landscape, LUMIX FZ80D or Lumix S1R II?

Lumix S1R II scores 8.5/10 versus 0.0/10 for LUMIX FZ80D — 44.3MP — excellent for prints up to 24×36".

What's the resolution difference between the LUMIX FZ80D and Lumix S1R II?

LUMIX FZ80D is 18.1 MP and Lumix S1R II is 44.3 MP, so the Lumix S1R II captures more detail for cropping and large prints.

Do the LUMIX FZ80D and Lumix S1R II have in-body image stabilization?

LUMIX FZ80D does not have IBIS, while Lumix S1R II has 8-stop in-body image stabilization.

Which shoots faster bursts — the LUMIX FZ80D or the Lumix S1R II?

LUMIX FZ80D reaches 10 fps electronic. Lumix S1R II reaches 40 fps electronic.

What's the weight difference between the LUMIX FZ80D and Lumix S1R II?

LUMIX FZ80D weighs 640 g and Lumix S1R II weighs 795 g, so the LUMIX FZ80D is 155 g lighter.

Do the LUMIX FZ80D and Lumix S1R II record 4K video?

LUMIX FZ80D: 4K up to 30p. Lumix S1R II: 8K (max), 4K up to 120p.

Are the LUMIX FZ80D and Lumix S1R II weather sealed?

LUMIX FZ80D: No. Lumix S1R II: Yes.

Which has better battery life?

Rated battery life is 330 shots (CIPA) for the LUMIX FZ80D and 350 shots for the Lumix S1R II, giving the Lumix S1R II the edge.

How much does each cost?

LUMIX FZ80D launched at $478 and Lumix S1R II at $3,299. The LUMIX FZ80D is $2,821 less.

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