Sony ZV-1F
Score: 97/100
Panasonic DC-FZ80DK
Score: 68/100Rankings
The Sony ZV-1F is a compact vlogging camera that pairs a 1-inch 20 MP sensor with a bright f/2.0 ultra-wide lens, delivering 4K video and fast hybrid autofocus. Its modern connectivity and touchscreen make it ideal for creators, though the fixed lens and lack of RAW limit advanced flexibility.
The Panasonic FZ80D bridge camera delivers a staggering 60× optical zoom, 4K video and a high-resolution EVF, aimed at travelers and casual shooters who need extreme reach in a budget-friendly package.
| Attribute | | |
|---|---|---|
20.1 MPbest | 18.1 MP | |
1 inchesbest | 0.43 inches | |
1 x | 60 xbest | |
| ↓ lower better | 2 fbest | 2.8 f |
12,800 ISObest | 6,400 ISO | |
2,160 pbest | 2,160 pbest | |
16 fpsbest | 10 fps | |
— | 330 shotsbest |
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| Attribute | | |
|---|---|---|
Image Quality(5) | ||
Megapixels (MP) | 20.1 MP | 18.1 MP |
Sensor Size (inches) | 1.0 inches | 0.43 inches |
Optical Zoom (x) | 1 x | 60 x |
Maximum Aperture (f) | 2.0 f | 2.8 f |
Maximum ISO (ISO) | 12800 ISO | 6400 ISO |
Video(1) | ||
Continuous Shooting Speed (fps) | 16 fps | 10 fps |
Build & Design(1) | ||
Weight (g) | 256 g | 640 g |
Display(1) | ||
Screen Resolution (dots) | 921600 dots | 1840000 dots |
Connectivity(3) | ||
Wi‑Fi | true | false |
Bluetooth | true | false |
USB Port Type | USB Type-C | USB-C |
Features(2) | ||
Built‑in Flash | false | true |
Autofocus System | Hybrid AF | Contrast Detection |
Products in the top-left offer the best value (high score, low price).
Professional reviewers praise the ZV-1F for its superb autofocus, compact size, 4K video quality and vlogging-focused features, but note the lack of RAW, limited manual controls, and fixed lens as drawbacks for advanced users.
Everyday users love the camera as an upgrade from smartphones, highlighting its reliable autofocus, tiny footprint, Bokeh switch and vertical video mode, while complaining about the unstable mobile app, grip comfort, short battery life, and missing RAW.
Reviewers praise the impressive zoom and 4K video but criticize the small sensor, lack of modern connectivity and absence of external audio input.
Users love the zoom range and 4K video, yet miss Wi-Fi/Bluetooth and find the camera heavy when fully extended.
“Perfect upgrade from smartphone vlogging”
“Autofocus never loses my face, even in busy scenes”
“Love the Bokeh switch - makes my videos look pro instantly”
