Size and weight is a big decision factor when you are trying to find the ideal camera for your needs.
In this section, We are going to illustrate Sony WX500 and Panasonic ZS80 side-by-side from the front, back and top in their relative dimensions. Sony WX500 has external dimensions of 102 x 58 x 36 mm (4.02 x 2.28 x 1.42″) and weighs 236 g (0.52 lb / 8.32 oz) (including batteries). Panasonic ZS80 has external dimensions of 112 x 69 x 42 mm (4.41 x 2.72 x 1.65″) and weighs 327 g (0.72 lb / 11.53 oz) (including batteries).
Below you can see the front view size comparison of Sony WX500 and Panasonic ZS80. Sony WX500 is clearly the smaller of the two cameras. Its body is 10mm narrower, 11mm shorter and 6mm thinner than Panasonic ZS80.
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Comparison image of Sony WX500 and Panasonic ZS80 Size, Weight and External Dimensions - Front View
Here is the back view size comparison of Sony WX500 and Panasonic ZS80.
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Comparison image of Sony WX500 and Panasonic ZS80 Size and Weight - Back View
Weight is another important factor especially when deciding on a camera that you want to carry with you all day.
Sony WX500 is significantly lighter (91g ) than the Panasonic ZS80 which may become a big advantage especially on long walking trips.
Weather Sealing
Unfortunately neither Sony Cyber-shot DSC-WX500 nor Panasonic Lumix DC-ZS80 (Lumix DC-TZ95) provides any type of weather sealing in their body, so you have to give extra care especially when you are shooting outdoors. If weather sealing is a must-have feature for you, check these sections: Top Compact Cameras with Weather Sealing
LCD Screen Size and Features
Sony WX500 and Panasonic ZS80's LCD screens has the same diagonal size of 3".
Both cameras feature
Tilting screens where you can change the angle of the screen to make it easier to shoot from waist or over the head levels.