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Panasonic

Lumix ZS80

Pocket superzoom with 30x Leica lens, tilting selfie screen, EVF, and 4K video.

$449

Launch price

Released Feb 2019

vs
Alpha 7R VI

Sony

Alpha 7R VI

66.8MP stacked full-frame high-resolution body with 30fps bursts, 8K 30p, 4K 120p, and Sony's AI processing unit.

$4,499

Launch price

Released Jun 2026

Alpha 7R VI is 7.3 years newer.

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Wins

2categories

Lumix ZS80

Wins

11categories

Alpha 7R VI

PortraitVideo & Hybrid

1 categories tied

Which would you choose?

TL;DR — Key differences

Lumix ZS80 wins 0 categories·Alpha 7R VI wins 5 categories
  • BAlpha 7R VI has higher AF points / zones (759 vs 49)
  • BAlpha 7R VI has higher RAW buffer depth (150 frames vs 10 frames)
  • BAlpha 7R VI has higher ISO max (native) (32,000 vs 3,200)
  • BAlpha 7R VI has higher Max video bit rate (600 Mbps vs 100 Mbps)
  • BAlpha 7R VI has higher EVF resolution (9,437,184 vs 2,330,000)

Key specs at a glance

Lumix ZS80Alpha 7R VI
Resolution20.3 MP66.8 MP
Sensor6.17 x 4.55 mmFull Frame
ISO max3,20032,000
Burst30 fps30 fps
4K30 fps120 fps
IBISNoYes
Weight328 g713 g
Battery380 shots600 shots

Size and weight, to scale

Lumix ZS80

112 × 69 × 42 mm

328 g (0.72 lb / 11.57 oz)

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

Credit card

85.6 × 54 mm

for scale

Alpha 7R VI front view

Alpha 7R VI

133 × 97 × 83 mm

713 g (1.57 lb / 25.15 oz)

Lumix ZS80 is 21mm narrower, 28mm shorter, and 41mm thinner than Alpha 7R VI.

Lumix ZS80 is 385 g lighter than Alpha 7R VI.

Depth (front-to-back): 42mm Lumix ZS80 · 83mm Alpha 7R VI

Back view, to scale

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

Lumix ZS80

112 × 69 mm

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

Credit card

85.6 × 54 mm

Alpha 7R VI back view

Alpha 7R VI

133 × 97 mm

Top view, to scale

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

Lumix ZS80

112 × 42 mm

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

Credit card

85.6 × 54 mm

Alpha 7R VI top view

Alpha 7R VI

133 × 83 mm

Sensor size, to scale

Lumix ZS80

6.17 × 4.55 mm · Compact

28 mm² area

Alpha 7R VI

35.9 × 24 mm · Full Frame

862 mm² area

30.8× larger sensor area = shallower depth of field and better low-light performance.

Lens ecosystem

Native lens selection

Lumix ZS80: mount data unavailable

Alpha 7R VI

✓ more lenses

Sony E

350+

native lenses available

80 first-party270 third-party

Counts include current first-party and major third-party native autofocus lenses.

Use-case scoring

Which one for what?

Algorithmic scores from verified specs · 10 = best in class

Use caseLumix ZS80Alpha 7R VI
Portrait
3.0Limited
8.5Excellent✓ wins
Sports & Action
4.5Fair
7.0Good✓ wins
Video & Hybrid
3.0Limited
8.0Excellent✓ wins
Landscape
0.0Limited
7.5Good✓ wins
Travel
4.5Fair
5.0Fair✓ wins
Wildlife
4.0Fair
6.5Good✓ wins
Vlogging
3.5Limited
5.5Fair✓ wins

Why pick one over the other

Reasons to choose

Lumix ZS80

  • Dimensions (W×H×D mm)

    Adds 112, 68.8, 41.6

  • Card types

    Adds SD UHS-I

  • Weight

    328 g vs 713 g — lower is better

  • Codecs

    Adds MP4

  • Subject recognition

    Adds Face

  • ISO min (native)

    80 vs 100 — lower is better

Reasons to choose

Alpha 7R VI

  • AF low-light limit

    -6 EV vs -3 EV — lower is better

  • Dimensions (W×H×D mm)

    Adds 132.7, 96.9, 82.9

  • Card types

    Adds CFexpress Type A, SDXC UHS-II

  • AF points / zones

    759 vs 49 — higher is better

  • RAW buffer depth

    150 frames vs 10 frames — higher is better

  • ISO max (native)

    32,000 vs 3,200 — higher is better

  • Max video bit rate

    600 Mbps vs 100 Mbps — higher is better

  • Codecs

    Adds XAVC HS, XAVC S, XAVC S-I…

Both cameras share

  • Eye AFBoth support eye af
  • Animal / bird AFBoth support animal / bird af
  • Burst (electronic)Both 30 fps
  • TouchscreenBoth support touchscreen
  • Wi-FiBoth support wi-fi
  • BluetoothBoth support bluetooth

Pros & cons at a glance

Editorially curated highlights and trade-offs.

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

Alpha 7R VI

Pros

  • 66.8MP stacked full-frame sensor
  • 30fps blackout-free electronic burst
  • 8K 30p and 4K 120p video
  • 5-axis sensor-shift stabilization
  • 9.44M-dot HDR OLED EVF

Cons

  • Very expensive
  • Large files demand fast cards and storage
  • 8K workflow can be heavy

Decided which one is right for you?

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Full specifications

= category winner

Lumix ZS80
Alpha 7R VI
Resolution
20.3 MP
66.8 MP3.3× more
Sensor type
1/2.3-inch BSI MOS
Full-Frame Stacked CMOS
Sensor size
6.17 x 4.55 mm
35.9 × 24.0 mm
AA filter
No
No
Lumix ZS80
Alpha 7R VI
Aperture
f/3.3-6.4
Focal length (35mm equiv.)
24-720 mm
Lumix ZS80
Alpha 7R VI
Processor
Venus Engine
BIONZ XR with AI processing unit
Lumix ZS80
Alpha 7R VI
ISO min (native)
80−20 less
100
ISO max (native)
3,200
32,000+3.3 stops
ISO max (expanded)
6,400
102,400
Lumix ZS80
Alpha 7R VI
Shutter type
Focal-plane mechanical + electronic shutter
Mechanical focal plane shutter + electronic rolling shutter
Max mechanical speed
1/2000 sec
1/8000 sec
Max electronic speed
1/16000 sec

Frequently asked

Quick answers generated from verified specs.

Which is better for landscape, Lumix ZS80 or Alpha 7R VI?

Alpha 7R VI scores 7.5/10 versus 0.0/10 for Lumix ZS80 — 66.8MP — massive detail for large prints.

What's the resolution difference between the Lumix ZS80 and Alpha 7R VI?

Lumix ZS80 is 20.3 MP and Alpha 7R VI is 66.8 MP, so the Alpha 7R VI captures more detail for cropping and large prints.

Do the Lumix ZS80 and Alpha 7R VI have in-body image stabilization?

Lumix ZS80 does not have IBIS, while Alpha 7R VI has in-body image stabilization.

Which shoots faster bursts — the Lumix ZS80 or the Alpha 7R VI?

Lumix ZS80 reaches 30 fps electronic. Alpha 7R VI reaches 30 fps electronic.

What's the weight difference between the Lumix ZS80 and Alpha 7R VI?

Lumix ZS80 weighs 328 g and Alpha 7R VI weighs 713 g, so the Lumix ZS80 is 385 g lighter.

Do the Lumix ZS80 and Alpha 7R VI record 4K video?

Lumix ZS80: 4K up to 30p. Alpha 7R VI: 8K (max), 4K up to 120p.

Are the Lumix ZS80 and Alpha 7R VI weather sealed?

Lumix ZS80: No. Alpha 7R VI: No.

Which has better battery life?

Rated battery life is 380 shots (CIPA) for the Lumix ZS80 and 600 shots for the Alpha 7R VI, giving the Alpha 7R VI the edge.

How much does each cost?

Lumix ZS80 launched at $449 and Alpha 7R VI at $4,499. The Lumix ZS80 is $4,050 less.

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

Product images courtesy of Panasonic and Sony press materials.