Olympus E-PL1 vs Panasonic ZS1
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Olympus E-PL1 vs Panasonic ZS1 Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 12MP - Four Thirds Sensor
- 2.7" Fixed Screen
- ISO 100 - 3200
- Sensor based Image Stabilization
- 1280 x 720 video
- Micro Four Thirds Mount
- 334g - 115 x 72 x 42mm
- Introduced May 2010
- Newer Model is Olympus E-PL1s
(Full Review)
- 10MP - 1/2.5" Sensor
- 2.7" Fixed Screen
- ISO 100 - 6400
- Optical Image Stabilization
- 640 x 480 video
- 25-300mm (F3.3-4.9) lens
- 229g - 103 x 60 x 33mm
- Revealed May 2009
- Also referred to as Lumix DMC-TZ6
Olympus E-PL1 vs Panasonic ZS1 Overview
On this page, we will be reviewing the Olympus E-PL1 vs Panasonic ZS1, one is a Entry-Level Mirrorless and the latter is a Small Sensor Superzoom by manufacturers Olympus and Panasonic. The sensor resolution of the E-PL1 (12MP) and the ZS1 (10MP) is relatively comparable but the E-PL1 (Four Thirds) and ZS1 (1/2.5") posses totally different sensor sizes.
Samsung Releases Faster Versions of EVO MicroSD CardsThe E-PL1 was revealed 13 months after the ZS1 which makes them a generation away from one another. Each of these cameras have different body design with the Olympus E-PL1 being a Rangefinder-style mirrorless camera and the Panasonic ZS1 being a Compact camera.
Before we go right into a complete comparison, here is a short introduction of how the E-PL1 matches up versus the ZS1 when it comes to portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.
Olympus E-PL1 vs Panasonic ZS1 Gallery
Here is a preview of the gallery photos for Olympus PEN E-PL1 and Panasonic Lumix DMC-ZS1. The full galleries are provided at Olympus E-PL1 Gallery and Panasonic ZS1 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Olympus E-PL1 over the Panasonic ZS1
E-PL1 | ZS1 | |||
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Revealed | May 2010 | May 2009 | Newer by 13 months | |
Manually focus | Dial exact focus |
Reasons to pick Panasonic ZS1 over the Olympus E-PL1
ZS1 | E-PL1 |
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Common features in the Olympus E-PL1 and Panasonic ZS1
E-PL1 | ZS1 | |||
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Screen type | Fixed | Fixed | Fixed screen | |
Screen dimensions | 2.7" | 2.7" | Equal screen dimensions | |
Screen resolution | 230k | 230k | Identical screen resolution | |
Selfie screen | No selfie screen | |||
Touch screen | Neither provides Touch screen |
Olympus E-PL1 vs Panasonic ZS1 Physical Comparison
For those who are going to travel with your camera, you will have to think about its weight and dimensions. The Olympus E-PL1 provides outside dimensions of 115mm x 72mm x 42mm (4.5" x 2.8" x 1.7") along with a weight of 334 grams (0.74 lbs) and the Panasonic ZS1 has dimensions of 103mm x 60mm x 33mm (4.1" x 2.4" x 1.3") along with a weight of 229 grams (0.50 lbs).
Check out the Olympus E-PL1 vs Panasonic ZS1 in the all new Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.Take into consideration, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will change based on the lens you have attached at that moment. Below is a front view proportions comparison of the E-PL1 compared to the ZS1.
Looking at dimensions and weight, the portability score of the E-PL1 and ZS1 is 86 and 91 respectively.
Olympus E-PL1 vs Panasonic ZS1 Sensor Comparison
Sometimes, it is very hard to see the contrast in sensor dimensions simply by going through technical specs. The picture below should provide you a greater sense of the sensor sizes in the E-PL1 and ZS1.
As you have seen, the 2 cameras have different megapixels and different sensor dimensions. The E-PL1 having a bigger sensor will make achieving shallow DOF easier and the Olympus E-PL1 will provide greater detail because of its extra 2MP. Higher resolution can also allow you to crop pictures a bit more aggressively. The more recent E-PL1 is going to have a benefit when it comes to sensor tech.
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Olympus E-PL1 vs Panasonic ZS1 Specifications
Olympus PEN E-PL1 | Panasonic Lumix DMC-ZS1 | |
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General Information | ||
Make | Olympus | Panasonic |
Model type | Olympus PEN E-PL1 | Panasonic Lumix DMC-ZS1 |
Also called | - | Lumix DMC-TZ6 |
Category | Entry-Level Mirrorless | Small Sensor Superzoom |
Introduced | 2010-05-17 | 2009-05-14 |
Body design | Rangefinder-style mirrorless | Compact |
Sensor Information | ||
Processor Chip | Truepic V | - |
Sensor type | CMOS | CCD |
Sensor size | Four Thirds | 1/2.5" |
Sensor dimensions | 17.3 x 13mm | 5.744 x 4.308mm |
Sensor surface area | 224.9mm² | 24.7mm² |
Sensor resolution | 12 megapixels | 10 megapixels |
Anti alias filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 | 16:9, 4:3 and 3:2 |
Highest Possible resolution | 4032 x 3024 | 3648 x 2736 |
Maximum native ISO | 3200 | 6400 |
Lowest native ISO | 100 | 100 |
RAW format | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Manual focusing | ||
Touch to focus | ||
Continuous AF | ||
Single AF | ||
Tracking AF | ||
AF selectice | ||
Center weighted AF | ||
AF multi area | ||
Live view AF | ||
Face detection focusing | ||
Contract detection focusing | ||
Phase detection focusing | ||
Total focus points | 11 | 11 |
Lens | ||
Lens support | Micro Four Thirds | fixed lens |
Lens zoom range | - | 25-300mm (12.0x) |
Largest aperture | - | f/3.3-4.9 |
Macro focusing range | - | 3cm |
Total lenses | 107 | - |
Crop factor | 2.1 | 6.3 |
Screen | ||
Range of screen | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
Screen sizing | 2.7" | 2.7" |
Screen resolution | 230k dot | 230k dot |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch capability | ||
Screen technology | HyperCrystal LCD AR (Anti-Reflective) coating | - |
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder type | Electronic (optional) | None |
Features | ||
Minimum shutter speed | 60 secs | 60 secs |
Fastest shutter speed | 1/2000 secs | 1/2000 secs |
Continuous shutter speed | 3.0fps | 3.0fps |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Manually set exposure | ||
Exposure compensation | Yes | - |
Set WB | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Integrated flash | ||
Flash distance | 10.00 m | 5.30 m (Auto ISO) |
Flash modes | Auto, On, Off, Red-Eye, Fill-in, Slow Sync, Manual (3 levels) | Auto, On, Off, Red-Eye reduction, Slow Sync |
External flash | ||
AE bracketing | ||
White balance bracketing | ||
Fastest flash sync | 1/160 secs | - |
Exposure | ||
Multisegment metering | ||
Average metering | ||
Spot metering | ||
Partial metering | ||
AF area metering | ||
Center weighted metering | ||
Video features | ||
Supported video resolutions | 1280 x 720 (30 fps), 640 x 480 (30 fps) | 848 x 480 (30 fps), 640 x 480 (30 fps), 320 x 240 (30 fps) |
Maximum video resolution | 1280x720 | 640x480 |
Video format | Motion JPEG | Motion JPEG |
Mic jack | ||
Headphone jack | ||
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 seal | ||
Water proofing | ||
Dust proofing | ||
Shock proofing | ||
Crush proofing | ||
Freeze proofing | ||
Weight | 334 gr (0.74 pounds) | 229 gr (0.50 pounds) |
Physical dimensions | 115 x 72 x 42mm (4.5" x 2.8" x 1.7") | 103 x 60 x 33mm (4.1" x 2.4" x 1.3") |
DXO scores | ||
DXO Overall rating | 54 | not tested |
DXO Color Depth rating | 21.5 | not tested |
DXO Dynamic range rating | 10.1 | not tested |
DXO Low light rating | 487 | not tested |
Other | ||
Battery life | 290 photos | - |
Battery form | Battery Pack | - |
Battery ID | BLS-1 | - |
Self timer | Yes (2 or 12 sec) | Yes (2 or 10 sec) |
Time lapse feature | ||
Storage media | SD/SDHC card | SD/MMC/SDHC card, Internal |
Storage slots | 1 | 1 |
Launch pricing | $288 | $0 |