Olympus FE-45 vs Panasonic ZR1
95 Imaging
33 Features
14 Overall
25
94 Imaging
35 Features
17 Overall
27
Olympus FE-45 vs Panasonic ZR1 Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 10MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 2.5" Fixed Screen
- ISO 64 - 1600
- Digital Image Stabilization
- 640 x 480 video
- 36-108mm (F3.1-5.9) lens
- 142g - 94 x 62 x 23mm
- Revealed January 2009
(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
- Launched July 2009
- Alternative Name is Lumix DMC-ZX1
Samsung Releases Faster Versions of EVO MicroSD Cards Olympus FE-45 vs Panasonic ZR1 Overview
Below is a in-depth review of the Olympus FE-45 and Panasonic ZR1, both Small Sensor Compact cameras by brands Olympus and Panasonic. The resolution of the FE-45 (10MP) and the ZR1 (12MP) is pretty comparable and both cameras boast the same sensor sizing (1/2.3").
Japan-exclusive Leica Leitz Phone 3 features big sensor and new modesThe FE-45 was revealed 6 months before the ZR1 so they are both of a similar age. The two cameras have the same body design (Compact).
Before diving into a full comparison, here is a concise synopsis of how the FE-45 scores against the ZR1 in the way of portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.
Body cameras now worn by bakery staff to deter stealing Olympus FE-45 vs Panasonic ZR1 Gallery
Following is a preview of the gallery images for Olympus FE-45 & Panasonic Lumix DMC-ZR1. The full galleries are viewable at Olympus FE-45 Gallery & Panasonic ZR1 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Olympus FE-45 over the Panasonic ZR1
| FE-45 | ZR1 |
|---|
Reasons to pick Panasonic ZR1 over the Olympus FE-45
| ZR1 | FE-45 | |||
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Screen dimensions | 2.7" |  | 2.5" | Bigger screen (+0.2") |
Common features in the Olympus FE-45 and Panasonic ZR1
| FE-45 | ZR1 | |||
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Launched | January 2009 |  | July 2009 | Same age |
| Focus manually |  | Lack of manual focusing | ||
| Screen type | Fixed |  | Fixed | Fixed screen |
| Screen resolution | 230k |  | 230k | Same screen resolution |
| Selfie screen |  | Neither comes with selfie screen | ||
| Touch friendly screen |  | No Touch friendly screen |
Olympus FE-45 vs Panasonic ZR1 Physical Comparison
For anybody who is aiming to lug around your camera, you are going to need to factor in its weight and volume. The Olympus FE-45 comes with outer dimensions of 94mm x 62mm x 23mm (3.7" x 2.4" x 0.9") having a weight of 142 grams (0.31 lbs) while the Panasonic ZR1 has sizing of 98mm x 55mm x 26mm (3.9" x 2.2" x 1.0") along with a weight of 158 grams (0.35 lbs).
Analyze the Olympus FE-45 and Panasonic ZR1 in our completely new Camera plus Lens Size Comparison Tool.
Remember that, the weight of an ILC will vary dependant on the lens you choose at that moment. Here is a front view sizing comparison of the FE-45 compared to the ZR1.
Considering size and weight, the portability grade of the FE-45 and ZR1 is 95 and 94 respectively.
Olympus FE-45 vs Panasonic ZR1 Sensor Comparison
Oftentimes, it is very tough to see the gap in sensor measurements merely by checking out a spec sheet. The photograph underneath should provide you a much better sense of the sensor sizes in the FE-45 and ZR1.
As you can see, both of these cameras have the same sensor dimensions albeit not the same megapixels. You can expect the Panasonic ZR1 to provide extra detail because of its extra 2 Megapixels. Higher resolution will also enable you to crop photographs a bit more aggressively.
Olympus FE-45 vs Panasonic ZR1 Screen and ViewFinder
Snapchat Adds Watermarks to AI-Created Images Photography Type Scores
Portrait Comparison
Apple Innovates by Creating Next-Level Optical Stabilization for iPhoneStreet Comparison
Cutting-edge AI developed by Apple deciphers subtle nuances in pixelsSports Comparison
Meta to Introduce 'AI-Generated' Labels for Media starting next monthTravel Comparison
Photography GlossaryLandscape Comparison
Sora from OpenAI releases its first ever music videoVlogging Comparison
Photobucket discusses licensing 13 billion images with AI firms
Olympus FE-45 vs Panasonic ZR1 Specifications
| Olympus FE-45 | Panasonic Lumix DMC-ZR1 | |
|---|---|---|
| General Information | ||
| Make | Olympus | Panasonic |
| Model | Olympus FE-45 | Panasonic Lumix DMC-ZR1 |
| Also Known as | - | Lumix DMC-ZX1 |
| Type | Small Sensor Compact | Small Sensor Compact |
| Revealed | 2009-01-07 | 2009-07-27 |
| Physical type | Compact | Compact |
| Sensor Information | ||
| Processor | - | Venus Engine V |
| Sensor type | CCD | CCD |
| Sensor size | 1/2.3" | 1/2.3" |
| Sensor measurements | 6.08 x 4.56mm | 6.08 x 4.56mm |
| Sensor area | 27.7mm² | 27.7mm² |
| Sensor resolution | 10MP | 12MP |
| Anti aliasing filter | ||
| Aspect ratio | 16:9, 4:3 and 3:2 | 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 |
| Highest Possible resolution | 3648 x 2736 | 4000 x 3000 |
| Maximum native ISO | 1600 | 6400 |
| Lowest native ISO | 64 | 80 |
| RAW format | ||
| Autofocusing | ||
| Manual focus | ||
| AF touch | ||
| AF continuous | ||
| Single AF | ||
| Tracking AF | ||
| Selective AF | ||
| AF center weighted | ||
| Multi area AF | ||
| AF live view | ||
| Face detection AF | ||
| Contract detection AF | ||
| Phase detection AF | ||
| Number of focus points | - | 11 |
| Lens | ||
| Lens mounting type | fixed lens | fixed lens |
| Lens focal range | 36-108mm (3.0x) | 25-200mm (8.0x) |
| Largest aperture | f/3.1-5.9 | f/3.3-5.9 |
| Macro focus range | 5cm | 3cm |
| Crop factor | 5.9 | 5.9 |
| Screen | ||
| Type of screen | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
| Screen sizing | 2.5" | 2.7" |
| Resolution of screen | 230 thousand dots | 230 thousand dots |
| Selfie friendly | ||
| Liveview | ||
| Touch screen | ||
| Viewfinder Information | ||
| Viewfinder type | None | None |
| Features | ||
| Min shutter speed | 4 secs | 60 secs |
| Max shutter speed | 1/2000 secs | 1/2000 secs |
| Continuous shutter rate | - | 2.0 frames per second |
| Shutter priority | ||
| Aperture priority | ||
| Manual mode | ||
| Set WB | ||
| Image stabilization | ||
| Built-in flash | ||
| Flash range | - | 5.10 m |
| Flash options | Auto, Fill-in, Red-Eye reduction, Off, On | Auto, On, Off, Red-eye, Slow Sync |
| Hot shoe | ||
| AEB | ||
| WB bracketing | ||
| Exposure | ||
| Multisegment | ||
| Average | ||
| Spot | ||
| Partial | ||
| AF area | ||
| Center weighted | ||
| Video features | ||
| Supported video resolutions | 640 x 480 (30, 15 fps), 320 x 240 (30, 15 fps) | 1280 x 720 (30 fps), 848 x 480 (30 fps), 640 x 480 (30 fps), 320 x 240 (30 fps) |
| Maximum video resolution | 640x480 | 1280x720 |
| Video format | Motion JPEG | Motion JPEG |
| Microphone port | ||
| Headphone port | ||
| 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 proof | ||
| Dust proof | ||
| Shock proof | ||
| Crush proof | ||
| Freeze proof | ||
| Weight | 142g (0.31 pounds) | 158g (0.35 pounds) |
| Physical dimensions | 94 x 62 x 23mm (3.7" x 2.4" x 0.9") | 98 x 55 x 26mm (3.9" x 2.2" x 1.0") |
| DXO scores | ||
| DXO Overall 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 | ||
| Self timer | Yes (12 seconds) | Yes (2 or 10 sec) |
| Time lapse recording | ||
| Storage type | xD-Picture Card, microSD, internal | SD/SDHC card, Internal |
| Card slots | One | One |
| Launch price | $130 | $280 |
