Olympus 550WP vs Panasonic ZR1
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Olympus 550WP vs Panasonic ZR1 Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 10MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 2.5" Fixed Display
- ISO 64 - 1600
- Digital Image Stabilization
- 640 x 480 video
- 38-114mm (F3.5-5.0) lens
- 167g - 94 x 62 x 22mm
- Launched January 2009
- Alternate Name is mju 550WP
(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
- Revealed July 2009
- Other Name is Lumix DMC-ZX1
Olympus 550WP vs Panasonic ZR1 Overview
Its time to look closer at the Olympus 550WP versus Panasonic ZR1, both Small Sensor Compact digital cameras by brands Olympus and Panasonic. The resolution of the 550WP (10MP) and the ZR1 (12MP) is pretty similar and both cameras have the same sensor measurements (1/2.3").
Apple Innovates by Creating Next-Level Optical Stabilization for iPhoneThe 550WP was manufactured 6 months before the ZR1 and they are both of a similar generation. The two cameras have the same body design (Compact).
Before delving straight to a step-by-step comparison, here is a brief view of how the 550WP matches up vs the ZR1 in the way of portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.
Olympus 550WP vs Panasonic ZR1 Gallery
Here is a preview of the gallery images for Olympus Stylus 550WP and Panasonic Lumix DMC-ZR1. The entire galleries are available at Olympus 550WP Gallery and Panasonic ZR1 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Olympus 550WP over the Panasonic ZR1
550WP | ZR1 |
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Reasons to pick Panasonic ZR1 over the Olympus 550WP
ZR1 | 550WP | |||
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Screen dimensions | 2.7" | 2.5" | Bigger screen (+0.2") |
Common features in the Olympus 550WP and Panasonic ZR1
550WP | ZR1 | |||
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Revealed | January 2009 | July 2009 | Similar generation | |
Manually focus | No manual focusing | |||
Screen type | Fixed | Fixed | Fixed screen | |
Screen resolution | 230k | 230k | Same screen resolution | |
Selfie screen | Missing selfie screen | |||
Touch screen | Neither has Touch screen |
Olympus 550WP vs Panasonic ZR1 Physical Comparison
For anyone who is planning to carry your camera regularly, you need to factor in its weight and dimensions. The Olympus 550WP has physical dimensions of 94mm x 62mm x 22mm (3.7" x 2.4" x 0.9") along with a weight of 167 grams (0.37 lbs) and the Panasonic ZR1 has dimensions of 98mm x 55mm x 26mm (3.9" x 2.2" x 1.0") and a weight of 158 grams (0.35 lbs).
Compare the Olympus 550WP versus Panasonic ZR1 in the new Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.Take into consideration, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will change dependant on the lens you choose at that moment. Below is a front view measurements comparison of the 550WP vs the ZR1.
Looking at size and weight, the portability score of the 550WP and ZR1 is 94 and 94 respectively.
Olympus 550WP vs Panasonic ZR1 Sensor Comparison
In many cases, it can be hard to imagine the gap between sensor sizing merely by going over specifications. The visual here should provide you a stronger sense of the sensor dimensions in the 550WP and ZR1.
Plainly, the 2 cameras provide the same sensor dimensions albeit different megapixels. You should expect the Panasonic ZR1 to offer extra detail due to its extra 2MP. Higher resolution will also enable you to crop photographs more aggressively.
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Olympus 550WP vs Panasonic ZR1 Specifications
Olympus Stylus 550WP | Panasonic Lumix DMC-ZR1 | |
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General Information | ||
Manufacturer | Olympus | Panasonic |
Model | Olympus Stylus 550WP | Panasonic Lumix DMC-ZR1 |
Also called as | mju 550WP | Lumix DMC-ZX1 |
Class | Small Sensor Compact | Small Sensor Compact |
Launched | 2009-01-07 | 2009-07-27 |
Body design | Compact | Compact |
Sensor Information | ||
Chip | - | Venus Engine V |
Sensor type | CCD | CCD |
Sensor size | 1/2.3" | 1/2.3" |
Sensor measurements | 6.08 x 4.56mm | 6.08 x 4.56mm |
Sensor surface area | 27.7mm² | 27.7mm² |
Sensor resolution | 10 megapixels | 12 megapixels |
Anti aliasing filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 16:9, 4:3 and 3:2 | 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 |
Peak resolution | 3648 x 2736 | 4000 x 3000 |
Highest native ISO | 1600 | 6400 |
Minimum native ISO | 64 | 80 |
RAW files | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Focus manually | ||
Autofocus touch | ||
Autofocus continuous | ||
Single autofocus | ||
Tracking autofocus | ||
Autofocus selectice | ||
Autofocus center weighted | ||
Multi area autofocus | ||
Live view autofocus | ||
Face detect autofocus | ||
Contract detect autofocus | ||
Phase detect autofocus | ||
Number of focus points | - | 11 |
Lens | ||
Lens mounting type | fixed lens | fixed lens |
Lens focal range | 38-114mm (3.0x) | 25-200mm (8.0x) |
Maximal aperture | f/3.5-5.0 | f/3.3-5.9 |
Macro focus distance | 7cm | 3cm |
Focal length multiplier | 5.9 | 5.9 |
Screen | ||
Range of display | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
Display diagonal | 2.5" | 2.7" |
Display resolution | 230 thousand dot | 230 thousand dot |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch friendly | ||
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder | None | None |
Features | ||
Min shutter speed | 4s | 60s |
Max shutter speed | 1/1000s | 1/2000s |
Continuous shutter speed | - | 2.0 frames per sec |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Manual exposure | ||
Change white balance | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Built-in flash | ||
Flash range | - | 5.10 m |
Flash options | Auto, Fill-in, Red-Eye reduction, Off, On | Auto, On, Off, Red-eye, Slow Sync |
Hot shoe | ||
Auto exposure bracketing | ||
WB bracketing | ||
Exposure | ||
Multisegment metering | ||
Average metering | ||
Spot metering | ||
Partial metering | ||
AF area metering | ||
Center weighted metering | ||
Video features | ||
Video resolutions | 640 x 480 (30, 15 fps), 320 x 240 (30, 15 fps) | 1280 x 720 (30 fps), 848 x 480 (30 fps), 640 x 480 (30 fps), 320 x 240 (30 fps) |
Highest video resolution | 640x480 | 1280x720 |
Video file format | Motion JPEG | Motion JPEG |
Microphone input | ||
Headphone input | ||
Connectivity | ||
Wireless | None | None |
Bluetooth | ||
NFC | ||
HDMI | ||
USB | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) |
GPS | None | None |
Physical | ||
Environmental seal | ||
Water proof | ||
Dust proof | ||
Shock proof | ||
Crush proof | ||
Freeze proof | ||
Weight | 167 grams (0.37 lb) | 158 grams (0.35 lb) |
Physical dimensions | 94 x 62 x 22mm (3.7" x 2.4" x 0.9") | 98 x 55 x 26mm (3.9" x 2.2" x 1.0") |
DXO scores | ||
DXO Overall score | not tested | not tested |
DXO Color Depth score | not tested | not tested |
DXO Dynamic range score | not tested | not tested |
DXO Low light score | not tested | not tested |
Other | ||
Self timer | Yes (12 seconds) | Yes (2 or 10 sec) |
Time lapse feature | ||
Type of storage | xD-Picture Card, microSD, internal | SD/SDHC card, Internal |
Storage slots | Single | Single |
Price at release | $399 | $280 |