Olympus SP-100 vs Panasonic ZR1
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Olympus SP-100 vs Panasonic ZR1 Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 16MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 3" Fixed Screen
- ISO 125 - 6400 (Boost to 12800)
- Optical Image Stabilization
- 1920 x 1080 video
- 24-1200mm (F2.9-6.5) lens
- 594g - 122 x 91 x 133mm
- Revealed January 2014
(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
- Alternative Name is Lumix DMC-ZX1
Olympus SP-100 vs Panasonic ZR1 Overview
Its time to take a closer look at the Olympus SP-100 versus Panasonic ZR1, one is a Small Sensor Superzoom and the latter is a Small Sensor Compact by competitors Olympus and Panasonic. There is a huge difference among the resolutions of the SP-100 (16MP) and ZR1 (12MP) but both cameras have the same sensor sizing (1/2.3").
Meta to Introduce 'AI-Generated' Labels for Media starting next monthThe SP-100 was introduced 4 years after the ZR1 which is a fairly significant gap as far as camera tech is concerned. Both of the cameras have different body design with the Olympus SP-100 being a SLR-like (bridge) camera and the Panasonic ZR1 being a Compact camera.
Before delving right into a step-by-step comparison, here is a simple overview of how the SP-100 matches up vs the ZR1 in relation to portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.
Olympus SP-100 vs Panasonic ZR1 Gallery
The following is a preview of the gallery images for Olympus Stylus SP-100 and Panasonic Lumix DMC-ZR1. The whole galleries are viewable at Olympus SP-100 Gallery and Panasonic ZR1 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Olympus SP-100 over the Panasonic ZR1
SP-100 | ZR1 | |||
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Introduced | January 2014 | July 2009 | Newer by 55 months | |
Focus manually | Dial precise focus | |||
Screen dimensions | 3" | 2.7" | Bigger screen (+0.3") | |
Screen resolution | 460k | 230k | Clearer screen (+230k dot) |
Reasons to pick Panasonic ZR1 over the Olympus SP-100
ZR1 | SP-100 |
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Common features in the Olympus SP-100 and Panasonic ZR1
SP-100 | ZR1 | |||
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Screen type | Fixed | Fixed | Fixed screen | |
Selfie screen | Neither offers selfie screen | |||
Touch friendly screen | Lacking Touch friendly screen |
Olympus SP-100 vs Panasonic ZR1 Physical Comparison
For anyone who is intending to travel with your camera frequently, you need to consider its weight and volume. The Olympus SP-100 offers outside dimensions of 122mm x 91mm x 133mm (4.8" x 3.6" x 5.2") along with a weight of 594 grams (1.31 lbs) whilst the Panasonic ZR1 has sizing of 98mm x 55mm x 26mm (3.9" x 2.2" x 1.0") with a weight of 158 grams (0.35 lbs).
See the Olympus SP-100 versus Panasonic ZR1 in the latest Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.Take into account, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will change based on the lens you are using at that time. Underneath is a front view dimensions comparison of the SP-100 vs the ZR1.
Using size and weight, the portability score of the SP-100 and ZR1 is 63 and 94 respectively.
Olympus SP-100 vs Panasonic ZR1 Sensor Comparison
In many cases, it's difficult to imagine the contrast in sensor dimensions just by checking out a spec sheet. The image underneath will give you a more clear sense of the sensor dimensions in the SP-100 and ZR1.
As you can see, the 2 cameras have the same sensor dimensions albeit different MP. You should expect the Olympus SP-100 to show more detail using its extra 4 Megapixels. Higher resolution will also help you crop photographs a bit more aggressively. The younger SP-100 should have a benefit when it comes to sensor technology.
Olympus SP-100 vs Panasonic ZR1 Screen and ViewFinder
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Olympus SP-100 vs Panasonic ZR1 Specifications
Olympus Stylus SP-100 | Panasonic Lumix DMC-ZR1 | |
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General Information | ||
Brand Name | Olympus | Panasonic |
Model type | Olympus Stylus SP-100 | Panasonic Lumix DMC-ZR1 |
Also called | - | Lumix DMC-ZX1 |
Class | Small Sensor Superzoom | Small Sensor Compact |
Revealed | 2014-01-29 | 2009-07-27 |
Physical type | SLR-like (bridge) | Compact |
Sensor Information | ||
Processor | - | Venus Engine V |
Sensor type | BSI-CMOS | CCD |
Sensor size | 1/2.3" | 1/2.3" |
Sensor measurements | 6.17 x 4.55mm | 6.08 x 4.56mm |
Sensor area | 28.1mm² | 27.7mm² |
Sensor resolution | 16MP | 12MP |
Anti alias filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 4:3 | 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 |
Maximum resolution | 4608 x 3456 | 4000 x 3000 |
Maximum native ISO | 6400 | 6400 |
Maximum boosted ISO | 12800 | - |
Min native ISO | 125 | 80 |
RAW photos | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Focus manually | ||
AF touch | ||
Continuous AF | ||
Single AF | ||
AF tracking | ||
Selective AF | ||
Center weighted AF | ||
AF multi area | ||
AF live view | ||
Face detection AF | ||
Contract detection AF | ||
Phase detection AF | ||
Total focus points | - | 11 |
Cross type focus points | - | - |
Lens | ||
Lens mount type | fixed lens | fixed lens |
Lens zoom range | 24-1200mm (50.0x) | 25-200mm (8.0x) |
Maximal aperture | f/2.9-6.5 | f/3.3-5.9 |
Macro focusing distance | 1cm | 3cm |
Focal length multiplier | 5.8 | 5.9 |
Screen | ||
Screen type | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
Screen sizing | 3 inch | 2.7 inch |
Resolution of screen | 460 thousand dots | 230 thousand dots |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch capability | ||
Screen tech | TFT LCD | - |
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder | Electronic | None |
Viewfinder resolution | 920 thousand dots | - |
Features | ||
Slowest shutter speed | 30s | 60s |
Maximum shutter speed | 1/1700s | 1/2000s |
Continuous shooting rate | 7.0 frames per second | 2.0 frames per second |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Expose Manually | ||
Exposure compensation | Yes | - |
Custom WB | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Inbuilt flash | ||
Flash distance | - | 5.10 m |
Flash settings | Auto, Red Eye Reduction, Fill-in, Off | Auto, On, Off, Red-eye, Slow Sync |
External flash | ||
AE bracketing | ||
White balance bracketing | ||
Exposure | ||
Multisegment metering | ||
Average metering | ||
Spot metering | ||
Partial metering | ||
AF area metering | ||
Center weighted metering | ||
Video features | ||
Video resolutions | 1920 x 1080 (60p, 30p), 1280 x 720 (60p), 640 x 480 (30 fps) | 1280 x 720 (30 fps), 848 x 480 (30 fps), 640 x 480 (30 fps), 320 x 240 (30 fps) |
Maximum video resolution | 1920x1080 | 1280x720 |
Video data format | H.264 | Motion JPEG |
Microphone support | ||
Headphone support | ||
Connectivity | ||
Wireless | Optional | None |
Bluetooth | ||
NFC | ||
HDMI | ||
USB | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) |
GPS | None | None |
Physical | ||
Environmental sealing | ||
Water proofing | ||
Dust proofing | ||
Shock proofing | ||
Crush proofing | ||
Freeze proofing | ||
Weight | 594g (1.31 lb) | 158g (0.35 lb) |
Physical dimensions | 122 x 91 x 133mm (4.8" x 3.6" x 5.2") | 98 x 55 x 26mm (3.9" x 2.2" x 1.0") |
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 | 330 pictures | - |
Type of battery | Battery Pack | - |
Battery ID | LI-92B | - |
Self timer | Yes (2 or 12 secs, custom) | Yes (2 or 10 sec) |
Time lapse shooting | ||
Type of storage | SD/SDHC/SDXC, internal | SD/SDHC card, Internal |
Card slots | 1 | 1 |
Launch cost | $400 | $280 |