Canon EOS R EOS R Black 2018
Panasonic LUMIX FZ80D Black 2025
What Buyers Say
Canon EOS R EOS R Black 2018
The Canon EOS R is widely praised for its excellent image quality, comfortable ergonomics, and reliable autofocus, especially when paired with RF lenses or adapted EF glass. Many users upgraded from DSLRs and found the transition smooth, noting the lighter weight and intuitive menu system. A few concerns include the single card slot, lack of CFexpress support, and one report of autofocus failure after light use. Overall, it is seen as a fantastic value for full-frame mirrorless photography.
Pros
- Excellent image quality
- Comfortable ergonomics and grip
- Reliable autofocus with eye detection
- Lightweight and portable
- Intuitive menu system
Cons
- Single memory card slot
- No CFexpress Type B support
- Autofocus failure reported after light use
- No in-body image stabilization
- 4K video has crop factor
Panasonic LUMIX FZ80D Black 2025
The Panasonic Lumix DC-FZ80 is widely praised for its incredible 60x optical zoom and excellent value for money, making it a favorite among wildlife and birding enthusiasts. Many users appreciate its lightweight build, intuitive controls, and the bundled accessories. However, common criticisms include a small, grainy sensor that struggles in low light, a fixed screen that limits shooting angles, and a finicky diopter adjustment on the electronic viewfinder. Overall, it is seen as a great budget-friendly bridge camera for beginners and casual users, but not a replacement for a DSLR.
Pros
- Incredible 60x optical zoom
- Great value for money
- Lightweight and portable
- Intuitive controls and easy to use
- Excellent for wildlife and birding
Cons
- Small, grainy sensor in low light
- Fixed screen limits shooting angles
- Finicky diopter adjustment on EVF
- Soft image quality at full zoom
- Poor JPEG quality out of camera
Scores
Specifications
| Canon EOS R EOS R | Panasonic LUMIX FZ80D | |
|---|---|---|
| Sensor | ||
| Type | CMOS | BSI CMOS |
| Size | full-frame | 1/2.3-inch |
| Megapixels | 30.299999237060547 MP★ | 18.100000381469727 MP |
| ISO Range | 100 | 80★ |
| Processor | DIGIC 8 | — |
| Autofocus | ||
| AF Points | ||
| AF Type | Phase Detection: 5655 | — |
| Eye AF | ✓ | ✓ |
| Animal AF | ✓★ | ✗ |
| Subject Detection | ✓★ | ✗ |
| Shooting | ||
| Burst (Mechanical) | 8 fps | 10 fps★ |
| Burst (Electronic) | — | 30 fps★ |
| Max Shutter | 1/8000 | 1/16000 |
| Electronic Shutter | ✓ | ✓ |
| Video | ||
| Max Resolution | 4K | 4K |
| 4K FPS | 30 fps | 30 fps |
| 1080p FPS | 60 fps | 60 fps |
| 10-bit | ✓★ | ✗ |
| Log Profile | ✓★ | ✗ |
| RAW Video | — | ✗ |
| Codec | H.264/MP4 | AVCHD, MP4 |
| Display & EVF | ||
| Screen Size | 3.2"★ | 3" |
| Touchscreen | ✓ | ✓ |
| Articulating | ✓★ | ✗ |
| EVF Resolution | 3.7M dots★ | 1.2M dots |
| Build | ||
| Weather Sealed | ✓★ | ✗ |
| Weight | 0.66 kg | 0.62 kg★ |
| Battery Life | — | 300 shots★ |
| Connectivity | ||
| Wi-Fi | ✓★ | ✗ |
| Bluetooth | ✓★ | ✗ |
| USB | USB-C (USB 3.2 / 3.1 Gen 1)★ | USB 2.0 |
| HDMI | Mini-HDMI | HDMI |
| Hot Shoe | ✓ | ✓ |
Pros & Cons
Canon EOS R EOS R Black 2018
- Strong af (100th percentile)100th %ile
- Strong build (96th percentile)96th %ile
- Strong connectivity (96th percentile)96th %ile
- Strong social proof (94th percentile)94th %ile
Panasonic LUMIX FZ80D Black 2025
- Strong social proof (91st percentile)91st %ile
- Strong burst (84th percentile)84th %ile
- Strong evf (80th percentile)80th %ile
- Strong stabilization (78th percentile)
- Below average sensor (13th percentile)13th %ile
- Below average user sentiment (31st percentile)
Pricing
Panasonic LUMIX FZ80D Black 2025 offers 5.0x better value for money
Verdict
Scores 76 overall, wins 10 of 10 usage categories and 13 of 33 specs.
