Nikon L610 vs Panasonic ZR3
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Nikon L610 vs Panasonic ZR3 Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 16MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 3" Fixed Screen
- ISO 125 - 3200
- Optical Image Stabilization
- 1/6000s Maximum Shutter
- 1920 x 1080 video
- 25-350mm (F3.3-5.9) lens
- 240g - 108 x 69 x 34mm
- Introduced August 2012
(Full Review)
- 14MP - 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
- 159g - 98 x 55 x 26mm
- Introduced January 2010
- Alternative Name is Lumix DMC-ZX3
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Below is a detailed review of the Nikon L610 vs Panasonic ZR3, former being a Small Sensor Superzoom while the other is a Small Sensor Compact by manufacturers Nikon and Panasonic. The sensor resolution of the L610 (16MP) and the ZR3 (14MP) is very comparable and both cameras posses the identical sensor dimensions (1/2.3").
Photobucket discusses licensing 13 billion images with AI firmsThe L610 was released 2 years later than the ZR3 and that is a fairly sizable difference as far as camera tech is concerned. Both of these cameras feature the same body design (Compact).
Before going straight to a in-depth comparison, here is a simple highlight of how the L610 scores vs the ZR3 in regards to portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.
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Reasons to pick Nikon L610 over the Panasonic ZR3
| L610 | ZR3 | |||
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Introduced | August 2012 |  | January 2010 | More recent by 31 months |
| Display size | 3" |  | 2.7" | Larger display (+0.3") |
| Display resolution | 460k |  | 230k | Clearer display (+230k dot) |
Reasons to pick Panasonic ZR3 over the Nikon L610
| ZR3 | L610 |
|---|
Common features in the Nikon L610 and Panasonic ZR3
| L610 | ZR3 | |||
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Manually focus |  | No manual focusing | ||
| Display type | Fixed |  | Fixed | Fixed display |
| Selfie screen |  | Neither has selfie screen | ||
| Touch display |  | Neither has Touch display |
Nikon L610 vs Panasonic ZR3 Physical Comparison
When you are going to lug around your camera often, you will want to factor its weight and measurements. The Nikon L610 has external dimensions of 108mm x 69mm x 34mm (4.3" x 2.7" x 1.3") along with a weight of 240 grams (0.53 lbs) while the Panasonic ZR3 has proportions of 98mm x 55mm x 26mm (3.9" x 2.2" x 1.0") having a weight of 159 grams (0.35 lbs).
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Do not forget, the weight of an ILC will vary dependant on the lens you select at that time. Underneath is a front view proportions comparison of the L610 vs the ZR3.
Taking into account size and weight, the portability rating of the L610 and ZR3 is 90 and 94 respectively.
Nikon L610 vs Panasonic ZR3 Sensor Comparison
Generally, it is very hard to imagine the contrast in sensor measurements only by seeing specifications. The visual underneath should give you a clearer sense of the sensor dimensions in the L610 and ZR3.
Plainly, the 2 cameras come with the identical sensor size but different resolution. You can expect to see the Nikon L610 to show extra detail as a result of its extra 2MP. Greater resolution will also make it easier to crop photos a good deal more aggressively. The newer L610 provides an advantage when it comes to sensor innovation.
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Nikon L610 vs Panasonic ZR3 Specifications
| Nikon Coolpix L610 | Panasonic Lumix DMC-ZR3 | |
|---|---|---|
| General Information | ||
| Manufacturer | Nikon | Panasonic |
| Model | Nikon Coolpix L610 | Panasonic Lumix DMC-ZR3 |
| Also called | - | Lumix DMC-ZX3 |
| Category | Small Sensor Superzoom | Small Sensor Compact |
| Introduced | 2012-08-09 | 2010-01-26 |
| Physical type | Compact | Compact |
| Sensor Information | ||
| Chip | - | Venus Engine HD II |
| 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 | 16 megapixels | 14 megapixels |
| Anti aliasing filter | ||
| Aspect ratio | - | 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 |
| Maximum resolution | 4608 x 3456 | 4320 x 3240 |
| Maximum native ISO | 3200 | 6400 |
| Minimum native ISO | 125 | 80 |
| RAW files | ||
| Autofocusing | ||
| Manual focus | ||
| Touch to focus | ||
| Continuous AF | ||
| AF single | ||
| Tracking AF | ||
| Selective AF | ||
| AF center weighted | ||
| AF multi area | ||
| AF live view | ||
| Face detection AF | ||
| Contract detection AF | ||
| Phase detection AF | ||
| Number of focus points | - | 11 |
| Lens | ||
| Lens mount | fixed lens | fixed lens |
| Lens focal range | 25-350mm (14.0x) | 25-200mm (8.0x) |
| Maximum aperture | f/3.3-5.9 | f/3.3-5.9 |
| Macro focus range | 1cm | 3cm |
| Crop factor | 5.8 | 5.9 |
| Screen | ||
| Screen type | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
| Screen sizing | 3 inches | 2.7 inches |
| Screen resolution | 460k dots | 230k dots |
| Selfie friendly | ||
| Liveview | ||
| Touch function | ||
| Screen technology | TFT LCD with anti-reflection coating | - |
| Viewfinder Information | ||
| Viewfinder type | None | None |
| Features | ||
| Slowest shutter speed | 4 seconds | 60 seconds |
| Maximum shutter speed | 1/6000 seconds | 1/1300 seconds |
| Continuous shooting rate | - | 2.0fps |
| Shutter priority | ||
| Aperture priority | ||
| Manually set exposure | ||
| Set WB | ||
| Image stabilization | ||
| Built-in flash | ||
| Flash range | - | 5.30 m |
| Flash options | - | Auto, On, Off, Red-eye, Slow Syncro |
| External flash | ||
| Auto exposure bracketing | ||
| White balance bracketing | ||
| Exposure | ||
| Multisegment exposure | ||
| Average exposure | ||
| Spot exposure | ||
| Partial exposure | ||
| AF area exposure | ||
| Center weighted exposure | ||
| Video features | ||
| Supported video resolutions | 1920 x 1080 | 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 format | H.264 | AVCHD Lite |
| Mic support | ||
| Headphone support | ||
| Connectivity | ||
| Wireless | None | None |
| Bluetooth | ||
| NFC | ||
| HDMI | ||
| USB | USB 3.0 (5 GBit/sec) | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) |
| GPS | None | None |
| Physical | ||
| Environment sealing | ||
| Water proof | ||
| Dust proof | ||
| Shock proof | ||
| Crush proof | ||
| Freeze proof | ||
| Weight | 240 gr (0.53 pounds) | 159 gr (0.35 pounds) |
| Physical dimensions | 108 x 69 x 34mm (4.3" x 2.7" x 1.3") | 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 | 120 shots | - |
| Battery style | AA | - |
| Battery model | 2 x AA | - |
| Self timer | - | Yes (2 or 10 sec) |
| Time lapse recording | ||
| Storage type | SD/SDHC/SDXC | SD/SDHC/SDXC, Internal |
| Card slots | 1 | 1 |
| Launch pricing | $150 | $280 |