Canon SX620 HS vs Panasonic ZR1
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Canon SX620 HS vs Panasonic ZR1 Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 20MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 3" Fixed Screen
- ISO 80 - 3200
- Optical Image Stabilization
- 1920 x 1080 video
- 25-625mm (F3.2-6.6) lens
- 182g - 97 x 57 x 28mm
- Released May 2016
(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
- Announced July 2009
- Also referred to as Lumix DMC-ZX1
Canon SX620 HS vs Panasonic ZR1 Overview
Following is a in depth overview of the Canon SX620 HS versus Panasonic ZR1, one is a Small Sensor Superzoom and the other is a Small Sensor Compact by manufacturers Canon and Panasonic. There exists a sizeable gap between the sensor resolutions of the SX620 HS (20MP) and ZR1 (12MP) but both cameras provide the same sensor size (1/2.3").
TikTok Developing Photo App to Challenge Instagram's DominanceThe SX620 HS was launched 6 years after the ZR1 which is quite a large gap as far as technology is concerned. Both of the cameras have the same body design (Compact).
Before diving straight to a step-by-step comparison, here is a quick highlight of how the SX620 HS scores against the ZR1 in relation to portability, imaging, features and an overall score.
Canon SX620 HS vs Panasonic ZR1 Gallery
Below is a sample of the gallery pictures for Canon PowerShot SX620 HS and Panasonic Lumix DMC-ZR1. The complete galleries are available at Canon SX620 HS Gallery and Panasonic ZR1 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Canon SX620 HS over the Panasonic ZR1
SX620 HS | ZR1 | |||
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Announced | May 2016 | July 2009 | More modern by 83 months | |
Manual focus | Dial exact focusing | |||
Display dimensions | 3" | 2.7" | Larger display (+0.3") | |
Display resolution | 922k | 230k | Clearer display (+692k dot) |
Reasons to pick Panasonic ZR1 over the Canon SX620 HS
ZR1 | SX620 HS |
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Common features in the Canon SX620 HS and Panasonic ZR1
SX620 HS | ZR1 | |||
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Display type | Fixed | Fixed | Fixed display | |
Selfie screen | Absent selfie screen | |||
Touch friendly display | Neither has Touch friendly display |
Canon SX620 HS vs Panasonic ZR1 Physical Comparison
If you are aiming to carry around your camera, you should consider its weight and proportions. The Canon SX620 HS has exterior measurements of 97mm x 57mm x 28mm (3.8" x 2.2" x 1.1") having a weight of 182 grams (0.40 lbs) while 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).
Contrast the Canon SX620 HS versus Panasonic ZR1 in the new Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.Do not forget, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will differ depending on the lens you have attached during that time. Below is a front view scale comparison of the SX620 HS and the ZR1.
Taking into consideration dimensions and weight, the portability score of the SX620 HS and ZR1 is 93 and 94 respectively.
Canon SX620 HS vs Panasonic ZR1 Sensor Comparison
More often than not, it is very tough to envision the difference between sensor sizes only by reviewing specs. The image below should give you a clearer sense of the sensor sizing in the SX620 HS and ZR1.
As you can plainly see, both cameras provide the same sensor dimensions but not the same MP. You should anticipate the Canon SX620 HS to offer extra detail utilizing its extra 8 Megapixels. Greater resolution will make it easier to crop images more aggressively. The newer SX620 HS will have an advantage in sensor technology.
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Canon SX620 HS vs Panasonic ZR1 Specifications
Canon PowerShot SX620 HS | Panasonic Lumix DMC-ZR1 | |
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General Information | ||
Make | Canon | Panasonic |
Model type | Canon PowerShot SX620 HS | Panasonic Lumix DMC-ZR1 |
Also called | - | Lumix DMC-ZX1 |
Category | Small Sensor Superzoom | Small Sensor Compact |
Released | 2016-05-10 | 2009-07-27 |
Body design | Compact | Compact |
Sensor Information | ||
Processor | DIGIC 4+ | Venus Engine V |
Sensor type | BSI-CMOS | CCD |
Sensor size | 1/2.3" | 1/2.3" |
Sensor dimensions | 6.17 x 4.55mm | 6.08 x 4.56mm |
Sensor area | 28.1mm² | 27.7mm² |
Sensor resolution | 20 megapixels | 12 megapixels |
Anti alias filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 1:1, 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 | 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 |
Highest Possible resolution | 5184 x 3888 | 4000 x 3000 |
Maximum native ISO | 3200 | 6400 |
Min native ISO | 80 | 80 |
RAW images | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Manual focusing | ||
Touch focus | ||
Continuous autofocus | ||
Single autofocus | ||
Tracking autofocus | ||
Autofocus selectice | ||
Center weighted autofocus | ||
Autofocus multi area | ||
Live view autofocus | ||
Face detection autofocus | ||
Contract detection autofocus | ||
Phase detection autofocus | ||
Total focus points | 9 | 11 |
Lens | ||
Lens support | fixed lens | fixed lens |
Lens zoom range | 25-625mm (25.0x) | 25-200mm (8.0x) |
Highest aperture | f/3.2-6.6 | f/3.3-5.9 |
Macro focusing distance | 1cm | 3cm |
Crop factor | 5.8 | 5.9 |
Screen | ||
Range of screen | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
Screen diagonal | 3 inches | 2.7 inches |
Resolution of screen | 922 thousand dot | 230 thousand dot |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch functionality | ||
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder | None | None |
Features | ||
Minimum shutter speed | 15 seconds | 60 seconds |
Fastest shutter speed | 1/2000 seconds | 1/2000 seconds |
Continuous shutter speed | 2.5 frames per sec | 2.0 frames per sec |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Manual exposure | ||
Set white balance | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Built-in flash | ||
Flash distance | 4.00 m (with Auto ISO) | 5.10 m |
Flash options | Auto, on, slow synchro, off | Auto, On, Off, Red-eye, Slow Sync |
External flash | ||
AE bracketing | ||
White balance bracketing | ||
Exposure | ||
Multisegment metering | ||
Average metering | ||
Spot metering | ||
Partial metering | ||
AF area metering | ||
Center weighted metering | ||
Video features | ||
Supported video resolutions | 1920 x 1080 (30p), 1280 x 720 (30p), 640 x 480 (30 fps) | 1280 x 720 (30 fps), 848 x 480 (30 fps), 640 x 480 (30 fps), 320 x 240 (30 fps) |
Maximum video resolution | 1920x1080 | 1280x720 |
Video file format | MPEG-4, H.264 | Motion JPEG |
Mic input | ||
Headphone input | ||
Connectivity | ||
Wireless | Built-In | None |
Bluetooth | ||
NFC | ||
HDMI | ||
USB | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) |
GPS | None | None |
Physical | ||
Environment seal | ||
Water proofing | ||
Dust proofing | ||
Shock proofing | ||
Crush proofing | ||
Freeze proofing | ||
Weight | 182 gr (0.40 lbs) | 158 gr (0.35 lbs) |
Physical dimensions | 97 x 57 x 28mm (3.8" x 2.2" x 1.1") | 98 x 55 x 26mm (3.9" x 2.2" x 1.0") |
DXO scores | ||
DXO Overall rating | not tested | not tested |
DXO Color Depth rating | not tested | not tested |
DXO Dynamic range rating | not tested | not tested |
DXO Low light rating | not tested | not tested |
Other | ||
Battery life | 295 shots | - |
Form of battery | Battery Pack | - |
Self timer | Yes (2 or 10 secs, custom) | Yes (2 or 10 sec) |
Time lapse feature | ||
Storage media | SD/SDHC/SDXC card | SD/SDHC card, Internal |
Storage slots | One | One |
Pricing at release | $279 | $280 |