Olympus SZ-10 vs Panasonic ZR1
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Olympus SZ-10 vs Panasonic ZR1 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
- Launched February 2011
(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
- Introduced July 2009
- Additionally referred to as Lumix DMC-ZX1
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Following is a comprehensive analysis of the Olympus SZ-10 versus Panasonic ZR1, one is a Small Sensor Superzoom and the latter is a Small Sensor Compact by competitors Olympus and Panasonic. The resolution of the SZ-10 (14MP) and the ZR1 (12MP) is pretty comparable and they possess the same exact sensor dimensions (1/2.3").
Meta to Introduce 'AI-Generated' Labels for Media starting next monthThe SZ-10 was unveiled 19 months after the ZR1 which makes the cameras a generation away from one another. Both cameras offer the identical body type (Compact).
Before getting in to a comprehensive comparison, below is a concise introduction of how the SZ-10 matches up against the ZR1 with regards to portability, imaging, features and an overall score.
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Reasons to pick Olympus SZ-10 over the Panasonic ZR1
| SZ-10 | ZR1 | |||
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Introduced | February 2011 |  | July 2009 | More modern by 19 months |
| Screen sizing | 3" |  | 2.7" | Bigger screen (+0.3") |
| Screen resolution | 460k |  | 230k | Crisper screen (+230k dot) |
Reasons to pick Panasonic ZR1 over the Olympus SZ-10
| ZR1 | SZ-10 |
|---|
Common features in the Olympus SZ-10 and Panasonic ZR1
| SZ-10 | ZR1 | |||
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Manually focus |  | Lack of manual focus | ||
| Screen type | Fixed |  | Fixed | Fixed screen |
| Selfie screen |  | Absent selfie screen | ||
| Touch friendly screen |  | Absent Touch friendly screen |
Olympus SZ-10 vs Panasonic ZR1 Physical Comparison
If you're looking to carry around your camera frequently, you are going to need to take into account its weight and proportions. The Olympus SZ-10 offers outside 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 ZR1 has measurements of 98mm x 55mm x 26mm (3.9" x 2.2" x 1.0") with a weight of 158 grams (0.35 lbs).
Analyze the Olympus SZ-10 versus Panasonic ZR1 in the all new Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.
Don't forget, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will change based on the lens you are using at that time. Below is the front view size comparison of the SZ-10 against the ZR1.
Considering dimensions and weight, the portability score of the SZ-10 and ZR1 is 90 and 94 respectively.
Olympus SZ-10 vs Panasonic ZR1 Sensor Comparison
More often than not, it can be difficult to visualize the contrast in sensor sizes just by going through a spec sheet. The image underneath will help offer you a better sense of the sensor measurements in the SZ-10 and ZR1.
As you can see, each of these cameras enjoy the same exact sensor sizing albeit different resolution. You should expect the Olympus SZ-10 to provide greater detail having an extra 2 Megapixels. Higher resolution can also help you crop shots far more aggressively. The more recent SZ-10 provides an edge in sensor tech.
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Olympus SZ-10 vs Panasonic ZR1 Specifications
| Olympus SZ-10 | Panasonic Lumix DMC-ZR1 | |
|---|---|---|
| General Information | ||
| Manufacturer | Olympus | Panasonic |
| Model type | Olympus SZ-10 | Panasonic Lumix DMC-ZR1 |
| Also called | - | Lumix DMC-ZX1 |
| Category | Small Sensor Superzoom | Small Sensor Compact |
| Launched | 2011-02-08 | 2009-07-27 |
| Body design | Compact | Compact |
| Sensor Information | ||
| Processor Chip | TruePic III+ | Venus Engine V |
| Sensor type | CCD | CCD |
| Sensor size | 1/2.3" | 1/2.3" |
| Sensor dimensions | 6.17 x 4.55mm | 6.08 x 4.56mm |
| Sensor area | 28.1mm² | 27.7mm² |
| Sensor resolution | 14MP | 12MP |
| Anti alias filter | ||
| Aspect ratio | 4:3 and 16:9 | 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 |
| Highest Possible resolution | 4288 x 3216 | 4000 x 3000 |
| Maximum native ISO | 1600 | 6400 |
| Min native ISO | 80 | 80 |
| RAW pictures | ||
| Autofocusing | ||
| Focus manually | ||
| AF touch | ||
| Continuous AF | ||
| Single AF | ||
| AF tracking | ||
| Selective AF | ||
| Center weighted AF | ||
| AF multi area | ||
| AF live view | ||
| Face detect AF | ||
| Contract detect AF | ||
| Phase detect AF | ||
| Total focus points | - | 11 |
| Lens | ||
| Lens mount type | fixed lens | fixed lens |
| Lens zoom range | 28-504mm (18.0x) | 25-200mm (8.0x) |
| Maximal aperture | f/3.1-4.4 | f/3.3-5.9 |
| Macro focusing distance | 1cm | 3cm |
| Focal length multiplier | 5.8 | 5.9 |
| Screen | ||
| Range of display | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
| Display size | 3 inches | 2.7 inches |
| Display resolution | 460k dot | 230k dot |
| Selfie friendly | ||
| Liveview | ||
| Touch screen | ||
| Display technology | 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 | 2.0 frames/s |
| Shutter priority | ||
| Aperture priority | ||
| Expose Manually | ||
| Set WB | ||
| Image stabilization | ||
| Inbuilt flash | ||
| Flash distance | 7.10 m | 5.10 m |
| Flash options | Auto, On, Off, Red-Eye, Fill-in | Auto, On, Off, Red-eye, Slow Sync |
| External flash | ||
| Auto exposure bracketing | ||
| White balance bracketing | ||
| Exposure | ||
| Multisegment | ||
| Average | ||
| Spot | ||
| Partial | ||
| AF area | ||
| Center weighted | ||
| Video features | ||
| Video resolutions | 1280 x 720 (30, 15fps), 640 x 480 (30, 15 fps), 320 x 240 (30, 15fps) | 1280 x 720 (30 fps), 848 x 480 (30 fps), 640 x 480 (30 fps), 320 x 240 (30 fps) |
| Maximum video resolution | 1280x720 | 1280x720 |
| Video data format | Motion JPEG | Motion JPEG |
| Mic 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 | 215 gr (0.47 lb) | 158 gr (0.35 lb) |
| Dimensions | 106 x 67 x 38mm (4.2" x 2.6" x 1.5") | 98 x 55 x 26mm (3.9" x 2.2" x 1.0") |
| 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 | 220 photos | - |
| Type of battery | Battery Pack | - |
| Battery ID | LI-50B | - |
| Self timer | Yes (2 or 12 sec) | Yes (2 or 10 sec) |
| Time lapse shooting | ||
| Type of storage | SD/SDHC/SDXC | SD/SDHC card, Internal |
| Storage slots | Single | Single |
| Retail price | $300 | $280 |
