Olympus E-520 vs Panasonic ZR1
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Olympus E-520 vs Panasonic ZR1 Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 10MP - Four Thirds Sensor
- 2.7" Fixed Display
- ISO 100 - 1600
- Sensor based Image Stabilization
- No Video
- Micro Four Thirds Mount
- 552g - 136 x 92 x 68mm
- Released August 2008
- Superseded the Olympus E-510
(Full Review)
- 12MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 2.7" Fixed Screen
- ISO 80 - 6400
- Optical Image Stabilization
- 1280 x 720 video
- 25-200mm (F3.3-5.9) lens
- 158g - 98 x 55 x 26mm
- Revealed July 2009
- Additionally Known as Lumix DMC-ZX1
Olympus E-520 vs Panasonic ZR1 Overview
Below, we will be analyzing the Olympus E-520 versus Panasonic ZR1, former being a Entry-Level DSLR while the latter is a Small Sensor Compact by rivals Olympus and Panasonic. The image resolution of the E-520 (10MP) and the ZR1 (12MP) is relatively close but the E-520 (Four Thirds) and ZR1 (1/2.3") feature totally different sensor sizing.
Meta to Introduce 'AI-Generated' Labels for Media starting next monthThe E-520 was announced 11 months prior to the ZR1 which means that they are both of a similar age. Both of these cameras come with different body type with the Olympus E-520 being a Compact SLR camera and the Panasonic ZR1 being a Compact camera.
Before going through a more detailed comparison, below is a brief view of how the E-520 scores vs the ZR1 in terms of portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.
Olympus E-520 vs Panasonic ZR1 Gallery
Here is a preview of the gallery photos for Olympus E-520 & Panasonic Lumix DMC-ZR1. The whole galleries are viewable at Olympus E-520 Gallery & Panasonic ZR1 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Olympus E-520 over the Panasonic ZR1
E-520 | ZR1 | |||
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Focus manually | Dial exact focus |
Reasons to pick Panasonic ZR1 over the Olympus E-520
ZR1 | E-520 | |||
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Revealed | July 2009 | August 2008 | Fresher by 11 months |
Common features in the Olympus E-520 and Panasonic ZR1
E-520 | ZR1 | |||
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Screen type | Fixed | Fixed | Fixed screen | |
Screen dimension | 2.7" | 2.7" | Identical screen measurement | |
Screen resolution | 230k | 230k | Same screen resolution | |
Selfie screen | Neither features selfie screen | |||
Touch screen | Missing Touch screen |
Olympus E-520 vs Panasonic ZR1 Physical Comparison
For anybody who is intending to carry your camera often, you're going to have to consider its weight and size. The Olympus E-520 enjoys outside measurements of 136mm x 92mm x 68mm (5.4" x 3.6" x 2.7") accompanied by a weight of 552 grams (1.22 lbs) and the Panasonic ZR1 has specifications of 98mm x 55mm x 26mm (3.9" x 2.2" x 1.0") accompanied by a weight of 158 grams (0.35 lbs).
Look at the Olympus E-520 versus Panasonic ZR1 in our completely new Camera plus Lens Size Comparison Tool.Always remember, the weight of an ILC will differ based on the lens you select during that time. The following is the front view proportions comparison of the E-520 compared to the ZR1.
Factoring in dimensions and weight, the portability grade of the E-520 and ZR1 is 68 and 94 respectively.
Olympus E-520 vs Panasonic ZR1 Sensor Comparison
Normally, it's tough to envision the gap in sensor sizing only by looking through technical specs. The visual below should give you a more clear sense of the sensor measurements in the E-520 and ZR1.
As you have seen, both cameras have got different megapixel count and different sensor sizing. The E-520 with its bigger sensor will make getting shallower DOF easier and the Panasonic ZR1 will result in greater detail with its extra 2 Megapixels. Higher resolution will help you crop shots much more aggressively. The older E-520 will be behind when it comes to sensor innovation.
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Olympus E-520 vs Panasonic ZR1 Specifications
Olympus E-520 | Panasonic Lumix DMC-ZR1 | |
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General Information | ||
Brand Name | Olympus | Panasonic |
Model type | Olympus E-520 | Panasonic Lumix DMC-ZR1 |
Also called | - | Lumix DMC-ZX1 |
Type | Entry-Level DSLR | Small Sensor Compact |
Released | 2008-08-20 | 2009-07-27 |
Physical type | Compact SLR | Compact |
Sensor Information | ||
Processor Chip | - | Venus Engine V |
Sensor type | CMOS | CCD |
Sensor size | Four Thirds | 1/2.3" |
Sensor dimensions | 17.3 x 13mm | 6.08 x 4.56mm |
Sensor surface area | 224.9mm² | 27.7mm² |
Sensor resolution | 10 megapixel | 12 megapixel |
Anti alias filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 4:3 | 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 |
Highest Possible resolution | 3648 x 2736 | 4000 x 3000 |
Maximum native ISO | 1600 | 6400 |
Minimum native ISO | 100 | 80 |
RAW support | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Manual focusing | ||
Touch to focus | ||
Autofocus continuous | ||
Single autofocus | ||
Autofocus tracking | ||
Selective autofocus | ||
Center weighted autofocus | ||
Multi area autofocus | ||
Autofocus live view | ||
Face detect autofocus | ||
Contract detect autofocus | ||
Phase detect autofocus | ||
Total focus points | 3 | 11 |
Lens | ||
Lens mount type | Micro Four Thirds | fixed lens |
Lens zoom range | - | 25-200mm (8.0x) |
Largest aperture | - | f/3.3-5.9 |
Macro focusing range | - | 3cm |
Total lenses | 45 | - |
Crop factor | 2.1 | 5.9 |
Screen | ||
Type of display | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
Display sizing | 2.7 inch | 2.7 inch |
Resolution of display | 230 thousand dots | 230 thousand dots |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch capability | ||
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder type | Optical (pentamirror) | None |
Viewfinder coverage | 95% | - |
Viewfinder magnification | 0.46x | - |
Features | ||
Minimum shutter speed | 60 seconds | 60 seconds |
Fastest shutter speed | 1/4000 seconds | 1/2000 seconds |
Continuous shutter rate | 4.0 frames/s | 2.0 frames/s |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Manual mode | ||
Exposure compensation | Yes | - |
Custom white balance | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Built-in flash | ||
Flash distance | 12.00 m (at ISO 100) | 5.10 m |
Flash options | Auto, Auto FP, Manual, Red-Eye | Auto, On, Off, Red-eye, Slow Sync |
External flash | ||
AEB | ||
White balance bracketing | ||
Fastest flash synchronize | 1/180 seconds | - |
Exposure | ||
Multisegment exposure | ||
Average exposure | ||
Spot exposure | ||
Partial exposure | ||
AF area exposure | ||
Center weighted exposure | ||
Video features | ||
Supported video resolutions | - | 1280 x 720 (30 fps), 848 x 480 (30 fps), 640 x 480 (30 fps), 320 x 240 (30 fps) |
Maximum video resolution | None | 1280x720 |
Video format | - | Motion JPEG |
Mic support | ||
Headphone support | ||
Connectivity | ||
Wireless | None | None |
Bluetooth | ||
NFC | ||
HDMI | ||
USB | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) |
GPS | None | None |
Physical | ||
Environment sealing | ||
Water proofing | ||
Dust proofing | ||
Shock proofing | ||
Crush proofing | ||
Freeze proofing | ||
Weight | 552g (1.22 lbs) | 158g (0.35 lbs) |
Dimensions | 136 x 92 x 68mm (5.4" x 3.6" x 2.7") | 98 x 55 x 26mm (3.9" x 2.2" x 1.0") |
DXO scores | ||
DXO Overall rating | 55 | not tested |
DXO Color Depth rating | 21.4 | not tested |
DXO Dynamic range rating | 10.4 | not tested |
DXO Low light rating | 548 | not tested |
Other | ||
Battery life | 650 photos | - |
Form of battery | Battery Pack | - |
Self timer | Yes (2 or 12 sec) | Yes (2 or 10 sec) |
Time lapse feature | ||
Storage type | Compact Flash (Type I or II), xD Picture Card | SD/SDHC card, Internal |
Card slots | 1 | 1 |
Price at release | $400 | $280 |