Canon SX150 IS vs Panasonic ZR1
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Canon SX150 IS vs Panasonic ZR1 Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 14MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 3" Fixed Screen
- ISO 80 - 1600
- Optical Image Stabilization
- 1280 x 720 video
- 28-336mm (F3.4-5.6) lens
- 306g - 113 x 73 x 46mm
- Launched May 2012
- Old Model is Canon SX130 IS
- Later Model is Canon SX160 IS
(Full Review)
- 12MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 2.7" Fixed Display
- ISO 80 - 6400
- Optical Image Stabilization
- 1280 x 720 video
- 25-200mm (F3.3-5.9) lens
- 158g - 98 x 55 x 26mm
- Launched July 2009
- Also Known as Lumix DMC-ZX1
Canon SX150 IS vs Panasonic ZR1 Overview
Let's look a little more in depth at the Canon SX150 IS and Panasonic ZR1, one being a Small Sensor Superzoom and the other is a Small Sensor Compact by rivals Canon and Panasonic. The resolution of the SX150 IS (14MP) and the ZR1 (12MP) is very comparable and both cameras provide the identical sensor dimensions (1/2.3").
Fujifilm accuses Eastman Kodak of patent violation in new lawsuitThe SX150 IS was manufactured 2 years later than the ZR1 and that is a fairly big gap as far as camera technology is concerned. Both of the cameras feature the same body design (Compact).
Before diving into a step-by-step comparison, here is a concise highlight of how the SX150 IS grades against the ZR1 with respect to portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.
Canon SX150 IS vs Panasonic ZR1 Gallery
Here is a sample of the gallery pics for Canon PowerShot SX150 IS and Panasonic Lumix DMC-ZR1. The entire galleries are viewable at Canon SX150 IS Gallery and Panasonic ZR1 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Canon SX150 IS over the Panasonic ZR1
SX150 IS | ZR1 | |||
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Launched | May 2012 | July 2009 | More recent by 35 months | |
Focus manually | Dial accurate focusing | |||
Display size | 3" | 2.7" | Larger display (+0.3") |
Reasons to pick Panasonic ZR1 over the Canon SX150 IS
ZR1 | SX150 IS |
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Common features in the Canon SX150 IS and Panasonic ZR1
SX150 IS | ZR1 | |||
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Display type | Fixed | Fixed | Fixed display | |
Display resolution | 230k | 230k | The same display resolution | |
Selfie screen | Lacking selfie screen | |||
Touch friendly display | Neither comes with Touch friendly display |
Canon SX150 IS vs Panasonic ZR1 Physical Comparison
For anyone who is going to lug around your camera frequently, you'll need to factor in its weight and proportions. The Canon SX150 IS comes with exterior measurements of 113mm x 73mm x 46mm (4.4" x 2.9" x 1.8") accompanied by a weight of 306 grams (0.67 lbs) and the Panasonic ZR1 has measurements of 98mm x 55mm x 26mm (3.9" x 2.2" x 1.0") and a weight of 158 grams (0.35 lbs).
See the Canon SX150 IS and Panasonic ZR1 in the all new Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.Keep in mind, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will vary dependant on the lens you have attached during that time. Following is a front view dimensions comparison of the SX150 IS and the ZR1.
Looking at dimensions and weight, the portability grade of the SX150 IS and ZR1 is 86 and 94 respectively.
Canon SX150 IS vs Panasonic ZR1 Sensor Comparison
Quite often, it is very tough to visualize the contrast in sensor measurements simply by seeing a spec sheet. The graphic underneath should provide you a far better sense of the sensor measurements in the SX150 IS and ZR1.
Clearly, both the cameras come with the identical sensor size but different MP. You should expect to see the Canon SX150 IS to show more detail due to its extra 2 Megapixels. Greater resolution will help you crop photos a good deal more aggressively. The younger SX150 IS provides an edge in sensor tech.
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Canon SX150 IS vs Panasonic ZR1 Specifications
Canon PowerShot SX150 IS | Panasonic Lumix DMC-ZR1 | |
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General Information | ||
Make | Canon | Panasonic |
Model | Canon PowerShot SX150 IS | Panasonic Lumix DMC-ZR1 |
Also referred to as | - | Lumix DMC-ZX1 |
Type | Small Sensor Superzoom | Small Sensor Compact |
Launched | 2012-05-14 | 2009-07-27 |
Physical type | Compact | Compact |
Sensor Information | ||
Powered by | Digic 4 | Venus Engine V |
Sensor type | CCD | CCD |
Sensor size | 1/2.3" | 1/2.3" |
Sensor measurements | 6.17 x 4.55mm | 6.08 x 4.56mm |
Sensor area | 28.1mm² | 27.7mm² |
Sensor resolution | 14MP | 12MP |
Anti aliasing filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 4:3 and 3:2 | 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 |
Highest resolution | 4320 x 3240 | 4000 x 3000 |
Highest native ISO | 1600 | 6400 |
Minimum native ISO | 80 | 80 |
RAW pictures | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Manual focus | ||
Touch focus | ||
Autofocus continuous | ||
Single autofocus | ||
Tracking autofocus | ||
Autofocus selectice | ||
Center weighted autofocus | ||
Multi area autofocus | ||
Live view autofocus | ||
Face detection focus | ||
Contract detection focus | ||
Phase detection focus | ||
Number of focus points | 1 | 11 |
Lens | ||
Lens mounting type | fixed lens | fixed lens |
Lens focal range | 28-336mm (12.0x) | 25-200mm (8.0x) |
Maximum aperture | f/3.4-5.6 | f/3.3-5.9 |
Macro focus distance | 1cm | 3cm |
Crop factor | 5.8 | 5.9 |
Screen | ||
Type of screen | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
Screen sizing | 3" | 2.7" |
Resolution of screen | 230 thousand dots | 230 thousand dots |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch screen | ||
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder | None | None |
Features | ||
Lowest shutter speed | 15 seconds | 60 seconds |
Highest shutter speed | 1/2500 seconds | 1/2000 seconds |
Continuous shooting rate | 1.0 frames per second | 2.0 frames per second |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Expose Manually | ||
Exposure compensation | Yes | - |
Custom white balance | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Integrated flash | ||
Flash range | 3.00 m | 5.10 m |
Flash modes | Auto, On, Off, Red-Eye, Slow Sync | Auto, On, Off, Red-eye, Slow Sync |
Hot shoe | ||
Auto exposure bracketing | ||
WB bracketing | ||
Exposure | ||
Multisegment exposure | ||
Average exposure | ||
Spot exposure | ||
Partial exposure | ||
AF area exposure | ||
Center weighted exposure | ||
Video features | ||
Video resolutions | 1280 x 720 (30 fps), 640 x 480 (30 fps), 320 x 240 (30 fps), 160 x 120 (15 fps) | 1280 x 720 (30 fps), 848 x 480 (30 fps), 640 x 480 (30 fps), 320 x 240 (30 fps) |
Highest video resolution | 1280x720 | 1280x720 |
Video format | H.264 | Motion JPEG |
Microphone support | ||
Headphone support | ||
Connectivity | ||
Wireless | Eye-Fi Connected | None |
Bluetooth | ||
NFC | ||
HDMI | ||
USB | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) |
GPS | None | None |
Physical | ||
Environment sealing | ||
Water proof | ||
Dust proof | ||
Shock proof | ||
Crush proof | ||
Freeze proof | ||
Weight | 306g (0.67 lbs) | 158g (0.35 lbs) |
Physical dimensions | 113 x 73 x 46mm (4.4" x 2.9" x 1.8") | 98 x 55 x 26mm (3.9" x 2.2" x 1.0") |
DXO scores | ||
DXO All around score | not tested | not tested |
DXO Color Depth score | not tested | not tested |
DXO Dynamic range score | not tested | not tested |
DXO Low light score | not tested | not tested |
Other | ||
Battery life | 130 photographs | - |
Battery style | AA | - |
Battery model | 2 x AA | - |
Self timer | Yes (2 or 10 sec, Custom) | Yes (2 or 10 sec) |
Time lapse recording | ||
Type of storage | SD/SDHC/SDXC | SD/SDHC card, Internal |
Card slots | 1 | 1 |
Cost at launch | $249 | $280 |