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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
RX100 VII

Sony

RX100 VII

Premium 1-inch pocket camera with 24–200mm zoom and real-time tracking AF.

$1,299

Launch price

Released Aug 2019

LUMIX FZ80D is 5.3 years newer.

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Wins

5categories

LUMIX FZ80D

Wins

10categories

RX100 VII

3 categories tied

Which would you choose?

TL;DR — Key differences

LUMIX FZ80D wins 0 categories·RX100 VII wins 5 categories
  • BRX100 VII has higher AF points / zones (357 vs 49)
  • BRX100 VII has higher RAW buffer depth (60 frames vs 10 frames)
  • BRX100 VII has higher ISO max (native) (12,800 vs 3,200)
  • BRX100 VII has lower Weight (302 g vs 640 g)
  • BRX100 VII has higher Burst (mechanical) (20 fps vs 10 fps)

Key specs at a glance

LUMIX FZ80DRX100 VII
Resolution18.1 MP20.1 MP
Sensor6.17 x 4.55 mm13.2 × 8.8 mm
ISO max3,20012,800
Burst10 fps20 fps
4K30 fps30 fps
IBISNoNo
Weight640 g302 g
Battery330 shots260 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

RX100 VII front view

RX100 VII

102 × 58 × 43 mm

302 g (0.67 lb / 10.65 oz)

LUMIX FZ80D is 29mm wider, 36mm taller, and 82mm thicker than RX100 VII.

LUMIX FZ80D is 338 g heavier than RX100 VII.

Depth (front-to-back): 125mm LUMIX FZ80D · 43mm RX100 VII

Back view, to scale

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

LUMIX FZ80D

130 × 94 mm

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

Credit card

85.6 × 54 mm

RX100 VII back view

RX100 VII

102 × 58 mm

Top view, to scale

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

LUMIX FZ80D

130 × 125 mm

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

Credit card

85.6 × 54 mm

RX100 VII top view

RX100 VII

102 × 43 mm

Sensor size, to scale

LUMIX FZ80D

6.17 × 4.55 mm · Compact

28 mm² area

RX100 VII

13.2 × 8.8 mm · 1″

116 mm² area

4.1× 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 FZ80DRX100 VII
Portrait
3.0Limited
3.0Limited
Sports & Action
3.0Limited
5.0Fair✓ wins
Video & Hybrid
3.0Limited
3.5Limited✓ wins
Landscape
0.0Limited
0.0Limited
Travel
4.0Fair✓ wins
3.5Limited
Wildlife
3.0Limited
4.0Fair✓ wins
Vlogging
3.0Limited
4.5Fair✓ 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

  • Subject recognition

    Adds Face, Eye

  • Codecs

    Adds MP4

  • Battery life (CIPA)

    330 shots vs 260 shots — higher is better

  • ISO min (native)

    80 vs 100 — lower is better

  • EVF magnification

    0.74 × vs 0.59 × — higher is better

  • AF frame coverage

    100 % vs 94 % — higher is better

Reasons to choose

RX100 VII

  • AF low-light limit

    -4 EV vs -3 EV — lower is better

  • Dimensions (W×H×D mm)

    Adds 101.6, 58.1, 42.8

  • Card types

    Adds SD UHS-I, Memory Stick Duo

  • AF points / zones

    357 vs 49 — higher is better

  • RAW buffer depth

    60 frames vs 10 frames — higher is better

  • ISO max (native)

    12,800 vs 3,200 — higher is better

  • Weight

    302 g vs 640 g — lower is better

  • AA filter

    Only RX100 VII supports it

Both cameras share

  • ✓Eye AF — Both support eye af
  • ✓Animal / bird AF — Both support animal / bird af
  • ✓4K max frame rate — Both 30 fps
  • ✓Card slots — Both 1
  • ✓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

RX100 VII

Pros

  • ✓Pocketable zoom range
  • ✓Real-time Eye AF
  • ✓Great travel camera

Cons

  • –1-inch sensor
  • –Expensive
  • –Small controls

Decided which one is right for you?

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Full specifications

✓ = category winner

LUMIX FZ80D
RX100 VII
Resolution
18.1 MP
20.1 MP✓+11%
Sensor type
1/2.3-inch BSI MOS
1.0-type Exmor RS CMOS
Sensor size
6.17 x 4.55 mm
13.2 × 8.8 mm
AA filter
No
Yes
LUMIX FZ80D
RX100 VII
Aperture
f/2.8-5.9
f/2.8–4.5
Focal length (35mm equiv.)
20-1200 mm
24–200 mm
LUMIX FZ80D
RX100 VII
Processor
Venus Engine
BIONZ X
LUMIX FZ80D
RX100 VII
ISO min (native)
80✓−20 less
100
ISO max (native)
3,200
12,800✓+2 stops
ISO max (expanded)
6,400
102,400
LUMIX FZ80D
RX100 VII
Shutter type
Focal-plane mechanical + electronic shutter
Mechanical + Electronic
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 sports, LUMIX FZ80D or RX100 VII?

RX100 VII scores 5.0/10 versus 3.0/10 for LUMIX FZ80D — 20fps burst — fast action ready.

What's the resolution difference between the LUMIX FZ80D and RX100 VII?

LUMIX FZ80D is 18.1 MP and RX100 VII is 20.1 MP, so the RX100 VII captures more detail for cropping and large prints.

How does stabilization compare between the LUMIX FZ80D and RX100 VII?

LUMIX FZ80D does not have IBIS, while RX100 VII does not have IBIS.

Which shoots faster bursts — the LUMIX FZ80D or the RX100 VII?

LUMIX FZ80D reaches 10 fps electronic. RX100 VII reaches 20 fps electronic.

What's the weight difference between the LUMIX FZ80D and RX100 VII?

LUMIX FZ80D weighs 640 g and RX100 VII weighs 302 g, so the RX100 VII is 338 g lighter.

Do the LUMIX FZ80D and RX100 VII record 4K video?

LUMIX FZ80D: 4K up to 30p. RX100 VII: 4K up to 30p.

Are the LUMIX FZ80D and RX100 VII weather sealed?

LUMIX FZ80D: No. RX100 VII: No.

Which has better battery life?

Rated battery life is 330 shots (CIPA) for the LUMIX FZ80D and 260 shots for the RX100 VII, giving the LUMIX FZ80D the edge.

How much does each cost?

LUMIX FZ80D launched at $478 and RX100 VII at $1,299. The LUMIX FZ80D is $821 less.

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

Product images courtesy of Panasonic and Sony press materials.