Olympus SP-610UZ vs Panasonic 3D1
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Olympus SP-610UZ vs Panasonic 3D1 Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 14MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 3" Fixed Screen
- ISO 100 - 3200
- Sensor-shift Image Stabilization
- 1280 x 720 video
- 28-616mm (F3.3-5.7) lens
- 405g - 107 x 73 x 73mm
- Introduced January 2011
- Earlier Model is Olympus SP-600 UZ
- Refreshed by Olympus SP-620 UZ
(Full Review)
- 12MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 3.5" Fixed Screen
- ISO 100 - 6400
- Optical Image Stabilization
- 1920 x 1080 video
- 25-100mm (F3.9-5.7) lens
- 193g - 108 x 58 x 24mm
- Announced November 2011
Olympus SP-610UZ vs Panasonic 3D1 Overview
On this page, we will be looking at the Olympus SP-610UZ vs Panasonic 3D1, one is a Small Sensor Superzoom and the latter is a Small Sensor Compact by manufacturers Olympus and Panasonic. The resolution of the SP-610UZ (14MP) and the 3D1 (12MP) is pretty well matched and both cameras provide the same sensor sizes (1/2.3").
Samsung Releases Faster Versions of EVO MicroSD CardsThe SP-610UZ was announced 10 months before the 3D1 which means that they are of a similar generation. Both of the cameras have the same body design (Compact).
Before getting into a in depth comparison, here is a short introduction of how the SP-610UZ grades versus the 3D1 in regards to portability, imaging, features and an overall score.
Olympus SP-610UZ vs Panasonic 3D1 Gallery
Following is a preview of the gallery images for Olympus SP-610UZ and Panasonic Lumix DMC-3D1. The whole galleries are viewable at Olympus SP-610UZ Gallery and Panasonic 3D1 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Olympus SP-610UZ over the Panasonic 3D1
SP-610UZ | 3D1 |
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Reasons to pick Panasonic 3D1 over the Olympus SP-610UZ
3D1 | SP-610UZ | |||
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Announced | November 2011 | January 2011 | More modern by 10 months | |
Screen dimensions | 3.5" | 3" | Bigger screen (+0.5") | |
Screen resolution | 460k | 230k | Clearer screen (+230k dot) | |
Touch friendly screen | Quickly navigate |
Common features in the Olympus SP-610UZ and Panasonic 3D1
SP-610UZ | 3D1 | |||
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Manually focus | Lack of manual focus | |||
Screen type | Fixed | Fixed | Fixed screen | |
Selfie screen | No selfie screen |
Olympus SP-610UZ vs Panasonic 3D1 Physical Comparison
If you are aiming to carry around your camera often, you're going to have to factor in its weight and dimensions. The Olympus SP-610UZ provides exterior dimensions of 107mm x 73mm x 73mm (4.2" x 2.9" x 2.9") accompanied by a weight of 405 grams (0.89 lbs) while the Panasonic 3D1 has dimensions of 108mm x 58mm x 24mm (4.3" x 2.3" x 0.9") having a weight of 193 grams (0.43 lbs).
Check the Olympus SP-610UZ vs Panasonic 3D1 in the all new Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.Don't forget, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will change based on the lens you have during that time. Here is a front view over all size comparison of the SP-610UZ vs the 3D1.
Factoring in size and weight, the portability rating of the SP-610UZ and 3D1 is 79 and 93 respectively.
Olympus SP-610UZ vs Panasonic 3D1 Sensor Comparison
Generally, it's difficult to see the difference between sensor sizes simply by checking specs. The picture here might give you a stronger sense of the sensor sizes in the SP-610UZ and 3D1.
As you can plainly see, each of the cameras provide the same sensor dimensions albeit not the same resolution. You should expect the Olympus SP-610UZ to give you greater detail with its extra 2 Megapixels. Higher resolution can also enable you to crop photographs more aggressively. The more aged SP-610UZ is going to be disadvantaged when it comes to sensor innovation.
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Olympus SP-610UZ vs Panasonic 3D1 Specifications
Olympus SP-610UZ | Panasonic Lumix DMC-3D1 | |
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General Information | ||
Brand Name | Olympus | Panasonic |
Model type | Olympus SP-610UZ | Panasonic Lumix DMC-3D1 |
Type | Small Sensor Superzoom | Small Sensor Compact |
Introduced | 2011-01-06 | 2011-11-07 |
Physical type | Compact | Compact |
Sensor Information | ||
Processor | TruePic III | - |
Sensor type | CCD | CMOS |
Sensor size | 1/2.3" | 1/2.3" |
Sensor measurements | 6.17 x 4.55mm | 6.17 x 4.55mm |
Sensor area | 28.1mm² | 28.1mm² |
Sensor resolution | 14MP | 12MP |
Anti alias filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 4:3 and 16:9 | 1:1, 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 |
Peak resolution | 4288 x 3216 | 4000 x 3000 |
Highest native ISO | 3200 | 6400 |
Minimum native ISO | 100 | 100 |
RAW format | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Manual focusing | ||
Touch focus | ||
Continuous autofocus | ||
Autofocus single | ||
Tracking autofocus | ||
Autofocus selectice | ||
Autofocus center weighted | ||
Autofocus multi area | ||
Live view autofocus | ||
Face detection focus | ||
Contract detection focus | ||
Phase detection focus | ||
Total focus points | 11 | 23 |
Lens | ||
Lens mount type | fixed lens | fixed lens |
Lens zoom range | 28-616mm (22.0x) | 25-100mm (4.0x) |
Max aperture | f/3.3-5.7 | f/3.9-5.7 |
Macro focusing distance | 1cm | 5cm |
Crop factor | 5.8 | 5.8 |
Screen | ||
Screen type | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
Screen sizing | 3 inches | 3.5 inches |
Resolution of screen | 230 thousand dots | 460 thousand dots |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch operation | ||
Screen tech | TFT Color LCD | TFT Full Touch Screen with AR coating |
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder | None | None |
Features | ||
Minimum shutter speed | 4 seconds | 60 seconds |
Fastest shutter speed | 1/2000 seconds | 1/1300 seconds |
Continuous shutter rate | 1.0 frames per second | - |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Manual mode | ||
Set white balance | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Inbuilt flash | ||
Flash distance | 6.30 m | 3.50 m |
Flash options | Auto, On, Off, Red-Eye, Fill-in | Auto, On, Off, Red-Eye reduction, Slow Sync |
External flash | ||
Auto exposure bracketing | ||
WB bracketing | ||
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), 640 x 480 (30 fps), 320 x 180 (30fps) | 1920 x 1080 (60, 30 fps), 1280 x 720 (60, 30 fps), 640 x 480 (30 fps) |
Highest video resolution | 1280x720 | 1920x1080 |
Video format | Motion JPEG | MPEG-4, AVCHD, Motion JPEG |
Microphone support | ||
Headphone support | ||
Connectivity | ||
Wireless | Eye-Fi Connected | 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 | 405 gr (0.89 lb) | 193 gr (0.43 lb) |
Physical dimensions | 107 x 73 x 73mm (4.2" x 2.9" x 2.9") | 108 x 58 x 24mm (4.3" x 2.3" x 0.9") |
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 | 340 pictures | 200 pictures |
Style of battery | AA | Battery Pack |
Battery ID | 4 x AA | - |
Self timer | Yes (2 or 12 sec) | Yes (2 or 10 sec) |
Time lapse recording | ||
Storage type | SD/SDHC/SDXC | SD/SDHC/SDXC, Internal |
Card slots | One | One |
Launch price | $299 | $670 |