Olympus E-PL8 vs Panasonic ZR1
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Olympus E-PL8 vs Panasonic ZR1 Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 16MP - Four Thirds Sensor
- 3" Tilting Display
- ISO 200 - 25600
- Sensor based 5-axis Image Stabilization
- 1920 x 1080 video
- Micro Four Thirds Mount
- 357g - 115 x 67 x 38mm
- Revealed September 2016
- Earlier Model is Olympus E-PL7
- Successor is Olympus E-PL9
(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
- Introduced July 2009
- Additionally Known as Lumix DMC-ZX1
Olympus E-PL8 vs Panasonic ZR1 Overview
Its time to take a closer look at the Olympus E-PL8 versus Panasonic ZR1, one being a Entry-Level Mirrorless and the other is a Small Sensor Compact by companies Olympus and Panasonic. There exists a big gap between the sensor resolutions of the E-PL8 (16MP) and ZR1 (12MP) and the E-PL8 (Four Thirds) and ZR1 (1/2.3") feature totally different sensor measurements.
Meta to Introduce 'AI-Generated' Labels for Media starting next monthThe E-PL8 was introduced 7 years later than the ZR1 and that is quite a big gap as far as technology is concerned. Both of these cameras offer different body type with the Olympus E-PL8 being a Rangefinder-style mirrorless camera and the Panasonic ZR1 being a Compact camera.
Before diving in to a in depth comparison, below is a quick view of how the E-PL8 scores against the ZR1 in regards to portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.
Olympus E-PL8 vs Panasonic ZR1 Gallery
Here is a sample of the gallery pictures for Olympus PEN E-PL8 and Panasonic Lumix DMC-ZR1. The whole galleries are viewable at Olympus E-PL8 Gallery and Panasonic ZR1 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Olympus E-PL8 over the Panasonic ZR1
E-PL8 | ZR1 | |||
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Introduced | September 2016 | July 2009 | More recent by 88 months | |
Manually focus | Dial precise focus | |||
Display type | Tilting | Fixed | Tilting display | |
Display sizing | 3" | 2.7" | Larger display (+0.3") | |
Display resolution | 1037k | 230k | Sharper display (+807k dot) | |
Touch friendly display | Easily navigate |
Reasons to pick Panasonic ZR1 over the Olympus E-PL8
ZR1 | E-PL8 |
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Common features in the Olympus E-PL8 and Panasonic ZR1
E-PL8 | ZR1 | |||
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Selfie screen | Neither features selfie screen |
Olympus E-PL8 vs Panasonic ZR1 Physical Comparison
If you are aiming to lug around your camera, you will want to think about its weight and proportions. The Olympus E-PL8 enjoys exterior dimensions of 115mm x 67mm x 38mm (4.5" x 2.6" x 1.5") along with a weight of 357 grams (0.79 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).
Compare the Olympus E-PL8 versus Panasonic ZR1 in the new Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.Remember, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will change depending on the lens you are using during that time. Underneath is the front view overall size comparison of the E-PL8 and the ZR1.
Taking into consideration dimensions and weight, the portability grade of the E-PL8 and ZR1 is 86 and 94 respectively.
Olympus E-PL8 vs Panasonic ZR1 Sensor Comparison
Quite often, it's difficult to visualise the difference between sensor measurements only by reviewing a spec sheet. The visual here will give you a much better sense of the sensor dimensions in the E-PL8 and ZR1.
Clearly, each of these cameras enjoy different megapixel count and different sensor measurements. The E-PL8 using its larger sensor will make shooting shallower depth of field simpler and the Olympus E-PL8 will deliver greater detail using its extra 4MP. Greater resolution will also help you crop images far more aggressively. The more modern E-PL8 is going to have an advantage when it comes to sensor technology.
Olympus E-PL8 vs Panasonic ZR1 Screen and ViewFinder
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Olympus E-PL8 vs Panasonic ZR1 Specifications
Olympus PEN E-PL8 | Panasonic Lumix DMC-ZR1 | |
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General Information | ||
Brand | Olympus | Panasonic |
Model type | Olympus PEN E-PL8 | Panasonic Lumix DMC-ZR1 |
Also referred to as | - | Lumix DMC-ZX1 |
Category | Entry-Level Mirrorless | Small Sensor Compact |
Revealed | 2016-09-19 | 2009-07-27 |
Physical type | Rangefinder-style mirrorless | Compact |
Sensor Information | ||
Processor | TruePic VII | Venus Engine V |
Sensor type | CMOS | CCD |
Sensor size | Four Thirds | 1/2.3" |
Sensor measurements | 17.3 x 13mm | 6.08 x 4.56mm |
Sensor area | 224.9mm² | 27.7mm² |
Sensor resolution | 16 megapixel | 12 megapixel |
Anti alias filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 1:1, 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 | 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 |
Highest Possible resolution | 4608 x 3456 | 4000 x 3000 |
Maximum native ISO | 25600 | 6400 |
Lowest native ISO | 200 | 80 |
RAW format | ||
Lowest enhanced ISO | 100 | - |
Autofocusing | ||
Manual focusing | ||
Autofocus touch | ||
Autofocus continuous | ||
Autofocus single | ||
Tracking autofocus | ||
Selective autofocus | ||
Center weighted autofocus | ||
Multi area autofocus | ||
Autofocus live view | ||
Face detect focus | ||
Contract detect focus | ||
Phase detect focus | ||
Total focus points | 81 | 11 |
Lens | ||
Lens mount type | Micro Four Thirds | fixed lens |
Lens zoom range | - | 25-200mm (8.0x) |
Max aperture | - | f/3.3-5.9 |
Macro focusing distance | - | 3cm |
Available lenses | 107 | - |
Focal length multiplier | 2.1 | 5.9 |
Screen | ||
Type of display | Tilting | Fixed Type |
Display size | 3 inch | 2.7 inch |
Display resolution | 1,037 thousand dots | 230 thousand dots |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch capability | ||
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder type | Electronic (optional) | None |
Features | ||
Minimum shutter speed | 60 seconds | 60 seconds |
Fastest shutter speed | 1/4000 seconds | 1/2000 seconds |
Continuous shutter rate | 8.0 frames/s | 2.0 frames/s |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Manually set exposure | ||
Exposure compensation | Yes | - |
Change white balance | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Integrated flash | ||
Flash distance | no built-in flash | 5.10 m |
Flash modes | no built-in flash | Auto, On, Off, Red-eye, Slow Sync |
Hot shoe | ||
Auto exposure bracketing | ||
WB 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 data format | H.264, Motion JPEG | Motion JPEG |
Microphone support | ||
Headphone support | ||
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 | ||
Environmental sealing | ||
Water proofing | ||
Dust proofing | ||
Shock proofing | ||
Crush proofing | ||
Freeze proofing | ||
Weight | 357 gr (0.79 lb) | 158 gr (0.35 lb) |
Dimensions | 115 x 67 x 38mm (4.5" x 2.6" x 1.5") | 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 | 350 shots | - |
Form of battery | Battery Pack | - |
Self timer | Yes (2 or 12 sec, custom) | Yes (2 or 10 sec) |
Time lapse feature | ||
Storage type | SD/SDHC/SDXC card | SD/SDHC card, Internal |
Card slots | Single | Single |
Retail cost | $500 | $280 |