Olympus SP-610UZ vs Panasonic ZS1
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Olympus SP-610UZ vs Panasonic ZS1 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
- Released January 2011
- Superseded the Olympus SP-600 UZ
- Refreshed by Olympus SP-620 UZ
(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
- Launched May 2009
- Additionally referred to as Lumix DMC-TZ6
Olympus SP-610UZ vs Panasonic ZS1 Overview
Lets take a closer look at the Olympus SP-610UZ and Panasonic ZS1, both Small Sensor Superzoom cameras by rivals Olympus and Panasonic. There exists a big gap among the image resolutions of the SP-610UZ (14MP) and ZS1 (10MP) and the SP-610UZ (1/2.3") and ZS1 (1/2.5") come with totally different sensor size.
Samsung Releases Faster Versions of EVO MicroSD CardsThe SP-610UZ was manufactured 21 months after the ZS1 which makes the cameras a generation away from one another. Both the cameras come with the identical body type (Compact).
Before going in to a comprehensive comparison, below is a quick summary of how the SP-610UZ grades versus the ZS1 with regards to portability, imaging, features and an overall score.
Olympus SP-610UZ vs Panasonic ZS1 Gallery
This is a preview of the gallery images for Olympus SP-610UZ and Panasonic Lumix DMC-ZS1. The entire galleries are available at Olympus SP-610UZ Gallery and Panasonic ZS1 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Olympus SP-610UZ over the Panasonic ZS1
SP-610UZ | ZS1 | |||
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Launched | January 2011 | May 2009 | More modern by 21 months | |
Screen dimension | 3" | 2.7" | Bigger screen (+0.3") |
Reasons to pick Panasonic ZS1 over the Olympus SP-610UZ
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Common features in the Olympus SP-610UZ and Panasonic ZS1
SP-610UZ | ZS1 | |||
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Manual focus | Lack of manual focus | |||
Screen type | Fixed | Fixed | Fixed screen | |
Screen resolution | 230k | 230k | Equal screen resolution | |
Selfie screen | Neither includes selfie screen | |||
Touch screen | Neither includes Touch screen |
Olympus SP-610UZ vs Panasonic ZS1 Physical Comparison
For anyone who is aiming to carry around your camera, you'll have to consider its weight and proportions. The Olympus SP-610UZ features outer measurements of 107mm x 73mm x 73mm (4.2" x 2.9" x 2.9") along with a weight of 405 grams (0.89 lbs) and the Panasonic ZS1 has measurements of 103mm x 60mm x 33mm (4.1" x 2.4" x 1.3") with a weight of 229 grams (0.50 lbs).
See the Olympus SP-610UZ and Panasonic ZS1 in the new Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.Remember, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will vary based on the lens you choose during that time. The following is the front view sizing comparison of the SP-610UZ and the ZS1.
Taking into consideration dimensions and weight, the portability rating of the SP-610UZ and ZS1 is 79 and 91 respectively.
Olympus SP-610UZ vs Panasonic ZS1 Sensor Comparison
Typically, it is tough to envision the contrast in sensor sizes just by checking out technical specs. The image below should provide you a much better sense of the sensor sizing in the SP-610UZ and ZS1.
As you have seen, each of the cameras have got different resolutions and different sensor sizes. The SP-610UZ because of its bigger sensor will make shooting bokeh less difficult and the Olympus SP-610UZ will produce greater detail due to its extra 4 Megapixels. Higher resolution will also help you crop shots much more aggressively. The more recent SP-610UZ will have a benefit when it comes to sensor tech.
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Olympus SP-610UZ vs Panasonic ZS1 Specifications
Olympus SP-610UZ | Panasonic Lumix DMC-ZS1 | |
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General Information | ||
Manufacturer | Olympus | Panasonic |
Model type | Olympus SP-610UZ | Panasonic Lumix DMC-ZS1 |
Otherwise known as | - | Lumix DMC-TZ6 |
Category | Small Sensor Superzoom | Small Sensor Superzoom |
Released | 2011-01-06 | 2009-05-14 |
Body design | Compact | Compact |
Sensor Information | ||
Chip | TruePic III | - |
Sensor type | CCD | CCD |
Sensor size | 1/2.3" | 1/2.5" |
Sensor measurements | 6.17 x 4.55mm | 5.744 x 4.308mm |
Sensor area | 28.1mm² | 24.7mm² |
Sensor resolution | 14 megapixels | 10 megapixels |
Anti alias filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 4:3 and 16:9 | 16:9, 4:3 and 3:2 |
Highest Possible resolution | 4288 x 3216 | 3648 x 2736 |
Maximum native ISO | 3200 | 6400 |
Min native ISO | 100 | 100 |
RAW images | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Manual focusing | ||
AF touch | ||
Continuous AF | ||
AF single | ||
AF tracking | ||
Selective AF | ||
Center weighted AF | ||
AF multi area | ||
AF live view | ||
Face detection focusing | ||
Contract detection focusing | ||
Phase detection focusing | ||
Total focus points | 11 | 11 |
Lens | ||
Lens mount type | fixed lens | fixed lens |
Lens zoom range | 28-616mm (22.0x) | 25-300mm (12.0x) |
Maximum aperture | f/3.3-5.7 | f/3.3-4.9 |
Macro focusing range | 1cm | 3cm |
Focal length multiplier | 5.8 | 6.3 |
Screen | ||
Range of screen | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
Screen diagonal | 3" | 2.7" |
Resolution of screen | 230 thousand dot | 230 thousand dot |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch capability | ||
Screen tech | TFT Color LCD | - |
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder | None | None |
Features | ||
Minimum shutter speed | 4s | 60s |
Fastest shutter speed | 1/2000s | 1/2000s |
Continuous shutter speed | 1.0 frames/s | 3.0 frames/s |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Manual exposure | ||
Change WB | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Integrated flash | ||
Flash distance | 6.30 m | 5.30 m (Auto ISO) |
Flash settings | Auto, On, Off, Red-Eye, Fill-in | Auto, On, Off, Red-Eye reduction, 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 | ||
Supported video resolutions | 1280 x 720 (30 fps), 640 x 480 (30 fps), 320 x 180 (30fps) | 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 |
Microphone jack | ||
Headphone jack | ||
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 seal | ||
Water proofing | ||
Dust proofing | ||
Shock proofing | ||
Crush proofing | ||
Freeze proofing | ||
Weight | 405g (0.89 lbs) | 229g (0.50 lbs) |
Dimensions | 107 x 73 x 73mm (4.2" x 2.9" x 2.9") | 103 x 60 x 33mm (4.1" x 2.4" x 1.3") |
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 photographs | - |
Form of battery | AA | - |
Battery ID | 4 x AA | - |
Self timer | Yes (2 or 12 sec) | Yes (2 or 10 sec) |
Time lapse feature | ||
Storage media | SD/SDHC/SDXC | SD/MMC/SDHC card, Internal |
Storage slots | 1 | 1 |
Launch pricing | $299 | $0 |