Olympus SZ-10 vs Panasonic 3D1
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![Olympus SZ-10 front Olympus SZ-10 front](https://pxlmag.com/db/images/cameras/gallery/medium/Olympus-SZ-10/Olympus-SZ-10-front.jpg)
![Panasonic Lumix DMC-3D1 front Panasonic Lumix DMC-3D1 front](https://pxlmag.com/db/images/cameras/gallery/medium/Panasonic-Lumix-DMC-3D1/Panasonic-3D1-front.jpg)
93 Imaging
36 Features
36 Overall
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Olympus SZ-10 vs Panasonic 3D1 Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 14MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 3" Fixed Display
- ISO 80 - 1600
- Sensor-shift Image Stabilization
- 1280 x 720 video
- 28-504mm (F3.1-4.4) lens
- 215g - 106 x 67 x 38mm
- Released February 2011
(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
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Olympus SZ-10 vs Panasonic 3D1 Overview
Lets look more closely at the Olympus SZ-10 and Panasonic 3D1, former is a Small Sensor Superzoom while the latter is a Small Sensor Compact by brands Olympus and Panasonic. The resolution of the SZ-10 (14MP) and the 3D1 (12MP) is pretty close and they enjoy the same exact sensor measurements (1/2.3").
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The SZ-10 was manufactured 9 months prior to the 3D1 which means that they are of a similar age. Each of these cameras offer the identical body type (Compact).
Before diving through a detailed comparison, below is a short view of how the SZ-10 scores versus the 3D1 in terms of portability, imaging, features and an overall score.
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Olympus SZ-10 vs Panasonic 3D1 Gallery
This is a preview of the gallery images for Olympus SZ-10 & Panasonic Lumix DMC-3D1. The entire galleries are provided at Olympus SZ-10 Gallery & Panasonic 3D1 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Olympus SZ-10 over the Panasonic 3D1
SZ-10 | 3D1 |
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Reasons to pick Panasonic 3D1 over the Olympus SZ-10
3D1 | SZ-10 | |||
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Announced | November 2011 | ![]() | February 2011 | More modern by 9 months |
Screen sizing | 3.5" | ![]() | 3" | Bigger screen (+0.5") |
Touch screen | ![]() | Quickly navigate |
Common features in the Olympus SZ-10 and Panasonic 3D1
SZ-10 | 3D1 | |||
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Focus manually | ![]() | No manual focus | ||
Screen type | Fixed | ![]() | Fixed | Fixed screen |
Screen resolution | 460k | ![]() | 460k | Equal screen resolution |
Selfie screen | ![]() | Missing selfie screen |
Olympus SZ-10 vs Panasonic 3D1 Physical Comparison
For anyone who is going to carry around your camera, you'll have to take into account its weight and measurements. The Olympus SZ-10 features exterior measurements of 106mm x 67mm x 38mm (4.2" x 2.6" x 1.5") along with a weight of 215 grams (0.47 lbs) while the Panasonic 3D1 has proportions of 108mm x 58mm x 24mm (4.3" x 2.3" x 0.9") accompanied by a weight of 193 grams (0.43 lbs).
Compare the Olympus SZ-10 and Panasonic 3D1 in our newest Camera plus Lens Size Comparison Tool.![Camera Size Comparison with Lenses Camera Size Comparison with Lenses](https://pxlmag.com/db/assets/camera-size-comparison-animation.gif)
Remember, the weight of an ILC will vary depending on the lens you are utilizing at that time. Following is the front view size comparison of the SZ-10 vs the 3D1.
![Olympus SZ-10 vs Panasonic 3D1 size comparison Olympus SZ-10 vs Panasonic 3D1 size comparison](https://pxlmag.com/db/images/camera-compare/Olympus-SZ-10-vs-Panasonic-Lumix-DMC-3D1-size-comparison.jpg)
Factoring in size and weight, the portability score of the SZ-10 and 3D1 is 90 and 93 respectively.
![Olympus SZ-10 vs Panasonic 3D1 top view buttons comparison Olympus SZ-10 vs Panasonic 3D1 top view buttons comparison](https://pxlmag.com/db/images/camera-compare/Olympus-SZ-10-vs-Panasonic-Lumix-DMC-3D1-top-view-buttons-comparison.jpg)
Olympus SZ-10 vs Panasonic 3D1 Sensor Comparison
In many cases, it's difficult to envision the contrast in sensor sizes purely by looking through technical specs. The pic underneath might provide you a clearer sense of the sensor sizing in the SZ-10 and 3D1.
As you have seen, the 2 cameras offer the same exact sensor sizing albeit not the same MP. You can expect the Olympus SZ-10 to result in extra detail due to its extra 2MP. Higher resolution can also let you crop pictures a little more aggressively. The more aged SZ-10 will be behind in sensor tech.
![Olympus SZ-10 vs Panasonic 3D1 sensor size comparison Olympus SZ-10 vs Panasonic 3D1 sensor size comparison](https://pxlmag.com/db/images/sensor-compare/Olympus-SZ-10-vs-Panasonic-Lumix-DMC-3D1-sensor-size-comparison.png)
Olympus SZ-10 vs Panasonic 3D1 Screen and ViewFinder
![Olympus SZ-10 vs Panasonic 3D1 Screen and Viewfinder comparison Olympus SZ-10 vs Panasonic 3D1 Screen and Viewfinder comparison](https://pxlmag.com/db/images/camera-compare/Olympus-SZ-10-vs-Panasonic-Lumix-DMC-3D1-screen-back-comparison.jpg)
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Photography Type Scores
Portrait Comparison
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Street Comparison
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Sports Comparison
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Travel Comparison
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Landscape Comparison
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Vlogging Comparison
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Olympus SZ-10 vs Panasonic 3D1 Specifications
Olympus SZ-10 | Panasonic Lumix DMC-3D1 | |
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General Information | ||
Brand Name | Olympus | Panasonic |
Model type | Olympus SZ-10 | Panasonic Lumix DMC-3D1 |
Category | Small Sensor Superzoom | Small Sensor Compact |
Released | 2011-02-08 | 2011-11-07 |
Body design | Compact | Compact |
Sensor Information | ||
Processor Chip | TruePic III+ | - |
Sensor type | CCD | CMOS |
Sensor size | 1/2.3" | 1/2.3" |
Sensor dimensions | 6.17 x 4.55mm | 6.17 x 4.55mm |
Sensor area | 28.1mm² | 28.1mm² |
Sensor resolution | 14 megapixel | 12 megapixel |
Anti alias filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 4:3 and 16:9 | 1:1, 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 |
Highest resolution | 4288 x 3216 | 4000 x 3000 |
Highest native ISO | 1600 | 6400 |
Min native ISO | 80 | 100 |
RAW photos | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Manual focusing | ||
Touch to focus | ||
Continuous autofocus | ||
Autofocus single | ||
Autofocus tracking | ||
Selective autofocus | ||
Autofocus center weighted | ||
Autofocus multi area | ||
Autofocus live view | ||
Face detect autofocus | ||
Contract detect autofocus | ||
Phase detect autofocus | ||
Total focus points | - | 23 |
Lens | ||
Lens support | fixed lens | fixed lens |
Lens zoom range | 28-504mm (18.0x) | 25-100mm (4.0x) |
Max aperture | f/3.1-4.4 | f/3.9-5.7 |
Macro focusing distance | 1cm | 5cm |
Crop factor | 5.8 | 5.8 |
Screen | ||
Display type | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
Display size | 3 inch | 3.5 inch |
Resolution of display | 460k dot | 460k dot |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch functionality | ||
Display technology | TFT Color LCD | TFT Full Touch Screen with AR coating |
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder type | None | None |
Features | ||
Lowest shutter speed | 4 secs | 60 secs |
Highest shutter speed | 1/2000 secs | 1/1300 secs |
Continuous shooting speed | 1.0fps | - |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Expose Manually | ||
Custom white balance | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Integrated flash | ||
Flash distance | 7.10 m | 3.50 m |
Flash options | Auto, On, Off, Red-Eye, Fill-in | Auto, On, Off, Red-Eye reduction, Slow Sync |
External flash | ||
AE 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, 15fps), 640 x 480 (30, 15 fps), 320 x 240 (30, 15fps) | 1920 x 1080 (60, 30 fps), 1280 x 720 (60, 30 fps), 640 x 480 (30 fps) |
Highest video resolution | 1280x720 | 1920x1080 |
Video file format | Motion JPEG | MPEG-4, AVCHD, Motion JPEG |
Mic input | ||
Headphone input | ||
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 seal | ||
Water proofing | ||
Dust proofing | ||
Shock proofing | ||
Crush proofing | ||
Freeze proofing | ||
Weight | 215 gr (0.47 pounds) | 193 gr (0.43 pounds) |
Dimensions | 106 x 67 x 38mm (4.2" x 2.6" x 1.5") | 108 x 58 x 24mm (4.3" x 2.3" x 0.9") |
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 | 220 images | 200 images |
Battery format | Battery Pack | Battery Pack |
Battery ID | LI-50B | - |
Self timer | Yes (2 or 12 sec) | Yes (2 or 10 sec) |
Time lapse shooting | ||
Storage media | SD/SDHC/SDXC | SD/SDHC/SDXC, Internal |
Storage slots | One | One |
Pricing at launch | $300 | $670 |