Olympus SP-610UZ vs Panasonic ZR1
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Olympus SP-610UZ vs Panasonic ZR1 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
- Revealed January 2011
- Succeeded the Olympus SP-600 UZ
- Successor is Olympus SP-620 UZ
(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
- Announced July 2009
- Other Name is Lumix DMC-ZX1
Olympus SP-610UZ vs Panasonic ZR1 Overview
On this page, we will be evaluating the Olympus SP-610UZ versus Panasonic ZR1, former is a Small Sensor Superzoom while the latter is a Small Sensor Compact by manufacturers Olympus and Panasonic. The image resolution of the SP-610UZ (14MP) and the ZR1 (12MP) is pretty similar and both cameras offer the same sensor size (1/2.3").
Photobucket discusses licensing 13 billion images with AI firmsThe SP-610UZ was released 18 months after the ZR1 which makes them a generation away from one another. Each of these cameras have the same body design (Compact).
Before diving straight to a more detailed comparison, here is a short introduction of how the SP-610UZ grades against the ZR1 in terms of portability, imaging, features and an overall score.
Olympus SP-610UZ vs Panasonic ZR1 Gallery
Here is a preview of the gallery images for Olympus SP-610UZ & Panasonic Lumix DMC-ZR1. The complete galleries are viewable at Olympus SP-610UZ Gallery & Panasonic ZR1 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Olympus SP-610UZ over the Panasonic ZR1
SP-610UZ | ZR1 | |||
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Announced | January 2011 | July 2009 | More modern by 18 months | |
Screen dimensions | 3" | 2.7" | Bigger screen (+0.3") |
Reasons to pick Panasonic ZR1 over the Olympus SP-610UZ
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Common features in the Olympus SP-610UZ and Panasonic ZR1
SP-610UZ | ZR1 | |||
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Focus manually | No manual focus | |||
Screen type | Fixed | Fixed | Fixed screen | |
Screen resolution | 230k | 230k | Identical screen resolution | |
Selfie screen | Neither has selfie screen | |||
Touch screen | Neither has Touch screen |
Olympus SP-610UZ vs Panasonic ZR1 Physical Comparison
If you are looking to carry around your camera regularly, you're going to have to factor its weight and measurements. The Olympus SP-610UZ has physical dimensions of 107mm x 73mm x 73mm (4.2" x 2.9" x 2.9") having a weight of 405 grams (0.89 lbs) while the Panasonic ZR1 has proportions of 98mm x 55mm x 26mm (3.9" x 2.2" x 1.0") along with a weight of 158 grams (0.35 lbs).
Examine the Olympus SP-610UZ versus Panasonic ZR1 in our newest Camera & Lens Size Comparison Tool.Do not forget, the weight of an ILC will differ dependant on the lens you are utilising during that time. Below is a front view dimensions comparison of the SP-610UZ and the ZR1.
Using dimensions and weight, the portability score of the SP-610UZ and ZR1 is 79 and 94 respectively.
Olympus SP-610UZ vs Panasonic ZR1 Sensor Comparison
More often than not, it's hard to imagine the difference between sensor sizes simply by reviewing specifications. The image here should give you a more clear sense of the sensor dimensions in the SP-610UZ and ZR1.
Plainly, both of the cameras have the same sensor dimensions albeit different megapixels. You can expect the Olympus SP-610UZ to offer you greater detail as a result of its extra 2MP. Higher resolution can also let you crop shots a bit more aggressively. The newer SP-610UZ provides an edge in sensor technology.
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Olympus SP-610UZ vs Panasonic ZR1 Specifications
Olympus SP-610UZ | Panasonic Lumix DMC-ZR1 | |
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General Information | ||
Brand | Olympus | Panasonic |
Model type | Olympus SP-610UZ | Panasonic Lumix DMC-ZR1 |
Alternative name | - | Lumix DMC-ZX1 |
Class | Small Sensor Superzoom | Small Sensor Compact |
Revealed | 2011-01-06 | 2009-07-27 |
Physical type | Compact | Compact |
Sensor Information | ||
Processor | TruePic III | Venus Engine V |
Sensor type | CCD | CCD |
Sensor size | 1/2.3" | 1/2.3" |
Sensor measurements | 6.17 x 4.55mm | 6.08 x 4.56mm |
Sensor area | 28.1mm² | 27.7mm² |
Sensor resolution | 14 megapixels | 12 megapixels |
Anti alias filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 4:3 and 16:9 | 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 |
Highest resolution | 4288 x 3216 | 4000 x 3000 |
Highest native ISO | 3200 | 6400 |
Lowest native ISO | 100 | 80 |
RAW format | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Focus manually | ||
Touch to focus | ||
Continuous AF | ||
Single AF | ||
AF tracking | ||
Selective AF | ||
AF center weighted | ||
AF multi area | ||
AF live view | ||
Face detection focusing | ||
Contract detection focusing | ||
Phase detection focusing | ||
Total focus points | 11 | 11 |
Lens | ||
Lens support | fixed lens | fixed lens |
Lens zoom range | 28-616mm (22.0x) | 25-200mm (8.0x) |
Maximum aperture | f/3.3-5.7 | f/3.3-5.9 |
Macro focusing distance | 1cm | 3cm |
Focal length multiplier | 5.8 | 5.9 |
Screen | ||
Screen type | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
Screen diagonal | 3" | 2.7" |
Screen resolution | 230 thousand dots | 230 thousand dots |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch functionality | ||
Screen tech | TFT Color LCD | - |
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder type | None | None |
Features | ||
Lowest shutter speed | 4 secs | 60 secs |
Highest shutter speed | 1/2000 secs | 1/2000 secs |
Continuous shooting rate | 1.0 frames/s | 2.0 frames/s |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Expose Manually | ||
Change WB | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Inbuilt flash | ||
Flash distance | 6.30 m | 5.10 m |
Flash options | Auto, On, Off, Red-Eye, Fill-in | Auto, On, Off, Red-eye, Slow Sync |
External flash | ||
AE bracketing | ||
White balance bracketing | ||
Exposure | ||
Multisegment metering | ||
Average metering | ||
Spot metering | ||
Partial metering | ||
AF area metering | ||
Center weighted metering | ||
Video features | ||
Video resolutions | 1280 x 720 (30 fps), 640 x 480 (30 fps), 320 x 180 (30fps) | 1280 x 720 (30 fps), 848 x 480 (30 fps), 640 x 480 (30 fps), 320 x 240 (30 fps) |
Highest video resolution | 1280x720 | 1280x720 |
Video data format | Motion JPEG | Motion JPEG |
Microphone port | ||
Headphone port | ||
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 | ||
Environmental sealing | ||
Water proofing | ||
Dust proofing | ||
Shock proofing | ||
Crush proofing | ||
Freeze proofing | ||
Weight | 405 grams (0.89 lbs) | 158 grams (0.35 lbs) |
Physical dimensions | 107 x 73 x 73mm (4.2" x 2.9" x 2.9") | 98 x 55 x 26mm (3.9" x 2.2" x 1.0") |
DXO scores | ||
DXO All around 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 | - |
Type of battery | AA | - |
Battery ID | 4 x AA | - |
Self timer | Yes (2 or 12 sec) | Yes (2 or 10 sec) |
Time lapse recording | ||
Type of storage | SD/SDHC/SDXC | SD/SDHC card, Internal |
Card slots | Single | Single |
Launch pricing | $299 | $280 |