Olympus SZ-10 vs Panasonic 3D1
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93 Imaging
35 Features
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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

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").

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.

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.
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.

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 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 Screen and ViewFinder


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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 |