Olympus 7030 vs Panasonic ZR3
95 Imaging
36 Features
27 Overall
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94 Imaging
36 Features
26 Overall
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Olympus 7030 vs Panasonic ZR3 Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 14MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 2.7" Fixed Display
- ISO 64 - 1600
- Sensor-shift Image Stabilization
- 640 x 480 video
- 28-196mm (F3.0-5.9) lens
- 140g - 93 x 56 x 26mm
- Announced January 2010
- Alternate Name is mju 7030
(Full Review)
- 14MP - 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
- 159g - 98 x 55 x 26mm
- Revealed January 2010
- Alternate Name is Lumix DMC-ZX3
Olympus 7030 vs Panasonic ZR3 Overview
Below is a in-depth review of the Olympus 7030 versus Panasonic ZR3, both Small Sensor Compact cameras by rivals Olympus and Panasonic. The resolution of the 7030 (14MP) and the ZR3 (14MP) is pretty close and they use the same exact sensor measurements (1/2.3").
Photobucket discusses licensing 13 billion images with AI firmsThe 7030 was brought out around the same time to the ZR3 which means that they are both of a similar generation. Each of the cameras offer the identical body type (Compact).
Before we go straight into a detailed comparison, below is a simple summary of how the 7030 matches up against the ZR3 in regards to portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.
Olympus 7030 vs Panasonic ZR3 Gallery
Here is a preview of the gallery images for Olympus Stylus 7030 and Panasonic Lumix DMC-ZR3. The entire galleries are viewable at Olympus 7030 Gallery and Panasonic ZR3 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Olympus 7030 over the Panasonic ZR3
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Reasons to pick Panasonic ZR3 over the Olympus 7030
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Common features in the Olympus 7030 and Panasonic ZR3
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Revealed | January 2010 | January 2010 | Same generation | |
Manually focus | No manual focusing | |||
Screen type | Fixed | Fixed | Fixed screen | |
Screen sizing | 2.7" | 2.7" | Equivalent screen measurements | |
Screen resolution | 230k | 230k | Exact same screen resolution | |
Selfie screen | Neither features selfie screen | |||
Touch friendly screen | Neither features Touch friendly screen |
Olympus 7030 vs Panasonic ZR3 Physical Comparison
For those who are planning to lug around your camera often, you will need to factor in its weight and dimensions. The Olympus 7030 enjoys outer measurements of 93mm x 56mm x 26mm (3.7" x 2.2" x 1.0") accompanied by a weight of 140 grams (0.31 lbs) while the Panasonic ZR3 has dimensions of 98mm x 55mm x 26mm (3.9" x 2.2" x 1.0") having a weight of 159 grams (0.35 lbs).
Contrast the Olympus 7030 versus Panasonic ZR3 in the new Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.Do not forget, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will change depending on the lens you choose at that time. Underneath is the front view sizing comparison of the 7030 versus the ZR3.
Taking into consideration dimensions and weight, the portability score of the 7030 and ZR3 is 95 and 94 respectively.
Olympus 7030 vs Panasonic ZR3 Sensor Comparison
More often than not, it is very difficult to see the gap in sensor measurements merely by researching specs. The photograph underneath may provide you a better sense of the sensor measurements in the 7030 and ZR3.
All in all, the 2 cameras offer the same exact sensor sizing and the identical megapixels therefore you should expect comparable quality of photographs however you might want to consider the release date of the cameras into account.
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Olympus 7030 vs Panasonic ZR3 Specifications
Olympus Stylus 7030 | Panasonic Lumix DMC-ZR3 | |
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General Information | ||
Company | Olympus | Panasonic |
Model type | Olympus Stylus 7030 | Panasonic Lumix DMC-ZR3 |
Also referred to as | mju 7030 | Lumix DMC-ZX3 |
Type | Small Sensor Compact | Small Sensor Compact |
Announced | 2010-01-07 | 2010-01-26 |
Body design | Compact | Compact |
Sensor Information | ||
Processor | TruePic III | Venus Engine HD II |
Sensor type | CCD | CCD |
Sensor size | 1/2.3" | 1/2.3" |
Sensor dimensions | 6.08 x 4.56mm | 6.08 x 4.56mm |
Sensor surface area | 27.7mm² | 27.7mm² |
Sensor resolution | 14 megapixels | 14 megapixels |
Anti alias filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 16:9 and 4:3 | 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 |
Max resolution | 4288 x 3216 | 4320 x 3240 |
Max native ISO | 1600 | 6400 |
Lowest native ISO | 64 | 80 |
RAW support | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Manual focusing | ||
AF touch | ||
AF continuous | ||
Single AF | ||
Tracking AF | ||
AF selectice | ||
Center weighted AF | ||
Multi area AF | ||
Live view AF | ||
Face detect focusing | ||
Contract detect focusing | ||
Phase detect focusing | ||
Total focus points | - | 11 |
Lens | ||
Lens support | fixed lens | fixed lens |
Lens zoom range | 28-196mm (7.0x) | 25-200mm (8.0x) |
Largest aperture | f/3.0-5.9 | f/3.3-5.9 |
Macro focusing range | 2cm | 3cm |
Crop factor | 5.9 | 5.9 |
Screen | ||
Range of display | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
Display sizing | 2.7 inch | 2.7 inch |
Display resolution | 230k dot | 230k dot |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch screen | ||
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder type | None | None |
Features | ||
Min shutter speed | 4 seconds | 60 seconds |
Max shutter speed | 1/2000 seconds | 1/1300 seconds |
Continuous shutter speed | 1.0fps | 2.0fps |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Expose Manually | ||
Set WB | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Built-in flash | ||
Flash distance | 5.70 m | 5.30 m |
Flash settings | Auto, On, Off, Red-eye, Fill-in | Auto, On, Off, Red-eye, Slow Syncro |
Hot shoe | ||
AEB | ||
WB bracketing | ||
Exposure | ||
Multisegment | ||
Average | ||
Spot | ||
Partial | ||
AF area | ||
Center weighted | ||
Video features | ||
Supported 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) |
Max video resolution | 640x480 | 1280x720 |
Video file format | Motion JPEG | AVCHD Lite |
Mic jack | ||
Headphone jack | ||
Connectivity | ||
Wireless | None | 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 | 140 grams (0.31 lbs) | 159 grams (0.35 lbs) |
Dimensions | 93 x 56 x 26mm (3.7" x 2.2" x 1.0") | 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 | ||
Self timer | Yes (2 or 12 seconds) | Yes (2 or 10 sec) |
Time lapse shooting | ||
Storage media | SC/SDHC, Internal | SD/SDHC/SDXC, Internal |
Storage slots | 1 | 1 |
Cost at release | $179 | $280 |