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Olympus Tough-3000 vs Panasonic ZR1

Portability
94
Imaging
35
Features
26
Overall
31
Olympus Stylus Tough-3000 front
 
Panasonic Lumix DMC-ZR1 front
Portability
94
Imaging
35
Features
17
Overall
27

Olympus Tough-3000 vs Panasonic ZR1 Key Specs

Olympus Tough-3000
(Full Review)
  • 12MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
  • 2.7" Fixed Display
  • ISO 64 - 1600
  • Sensor-shift Image Stabilization
  • 1280 x 720 video
  • 28-102mm (F3.5-5.1) lens
  • 159g - 96 x 65 x 23mm
  • Released January 2010
  • Also Known as mju Tough 3000
Panasonic ZR1
(Full Review)
  • 12MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
  • 2.7" Fixed Display
  • ISO 80 - 6400
  • Optical Image Stabilization
  • 1280 x 720 video
  • 25-200mm (F3.3-5.9) lens
  • 158g - 98 x 55 x 26mm
  • Announced July 2009
  • Alternative Name is Lumix DMC-ZX1
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Olympus Tough-3000 vs Panasonic ZR1 Overview

Here, we are reviewing the Olympus Tough-3000 vs Panasonic ZR1, one is a Waterproof and the other is a Small Sensor Compact by competitors Olympus and Panasonic. The resolution of the Tough-3000 (12MP) and the ZR1 (12MP) is very similar and both cameras have the identical sensor sizes (1/2.3").

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The Tough-3000 was revealed 6 months after the ZR1 which means that they are of a similar generation. Each of the cameras feature the same body design (Compact).

Before diving into a comprehensive comparison, here is a quick synopsis of how the Tough-3000 matches up vs the ZR1 with regard to portability, imaging, features and an overall score.

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Reasons to pick Olympus Tough-3000 over the Panasonic ZR1

 Tough-3000 ZR1 

Reasons to pick Panasonic ZR1 over the Olympus Tough-3000

 ZR1 Tough-3000 

Common features in the Olympus Tough-3000 and Panasonic ZR1

 Tough-3000 ZR1 
AnnouncedJanuary 2010July 2009Similar generation
Focus manually No manual focus
Display typeFixed Fixed Fixed display
Display size2.7"2.7"Same display dimensions
Display resolution230k230kIdentical display resolution
Selfie screen Neither provides selfie screen
Touch friendly display Neither provides Touch friendly display

Olympus Tough-3000 vs Panasonic ZR1 Physical Comparison

If you're looking to carry around your camera often, you will have to think about its weight and measurements. The Olympus Tough-3000 provides exterior measurements of 96mm x 65mm x 23mm (3.8" x 2.6" x 0.9") accompanied by a weight of 159 grams (0.35 lbs) whilst the Panasonic ZR1 has proportions of 98mm x 55mm x 26mm (3.9" x 2.2" x 1.0") having a weight of 158 grams (0.35 lbs).

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Take into account, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will differ depending on the lens you are working with at that moment. Following is a front view proportions comparison of the Tough-3000 against the ZR1.

Olympus Tough-3000 vs Panasonic ZR1 size comparison

Considering dimensions and weight, the portability score of the Tough-3000 and ZR1 is 94 and 94 respectively.

Olympus Tough-3000 vs Panasonic ZR1 top view buttons comparison

Olympus Tough-3000 vs Panasonic ZR1 Sensor Comparison

Normally, its tough to imagine the gap between sensor sizes merely by going over a spec sheet. The picture here might offer you a far better sense of the sensor measurements in the Tough-3000 and ZR1.

Clearly, both cameras feature the identical sensor size and the identical resolution therefore you should expect similar quality of photographs although you should factor the release date of the products into consideration.

Olympus Tough-3000 vs Panasonic ZR1 sensor size comparison

Olympus Tough-3000 vs Panasonic ZR1 Screen and ViewFinder

Olympus Tough-3000 vs Panasonic ZR1 Screen and Viewfinder comparison
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Photography Type Scores

Portrait Comparison

Olympus Tough-3000 as a Portrait photography camera
Panasonic ZR1 as a Portrait photography camera
21
focusing manually not possible
manual exposure not possible
can't use external flash
low megapixels (12 megapixels)
sensor size is small (1/2.3")
doesn't have RAW support
21
manual focus not available
manual mode not available
can't use external flash
low MP (12MP)
tiny sensor size (1/2.3")
has no RAW support
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Street Comparison

Olympus Tough-3000 as a Street photography camera
Panasonic ZR1 as a Street photography camera
62
built in image stabilization (Sensor-shift)
weather sealing
no moving screen
sensor size is small (1/2.3")
doesn't have RAW support
56
has image stabilization (Optical)
no articulating screen
tiny sensor size (1/2.3")
has no RAW support
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Sports Comparison

Olympus Tough-3000 as a Sports photography camera
Panasonic ZR1 as a Sports photography camera
36
built in image stabilization (Sensor-shift)
includes tracking autofocus
weather sealing
slow frames per second (1.0 frames/s)
no shutter priority
low megapixels (12 megapixels)
sensor size is small (1/2.3")
doesn't have phase detect auto focus
25
has image stabilization (Optical)
low frames per second (2.0 frames/s)
lack of shutter priority mode
low MP (12 megapixels)
tiny sensor size (1/2.3")
has no phase detect autofocus
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Travel Comparison

Olympus Tough-3000 Travel photography factors
Panasonic ZR1 Travel photography factors
61
weather sealing
built-in flash
rather wide (28mm)
no Timelapse mode
low megapixels (12 megapixels)
doesn't have selfie friendly screen
somewhat slow max aperture (f3.5)
57
flash built-in
fairly wide (25mm)
lack of Timelapse function
low MP (12MP)
display is not selfie friendly
somewhat slow max aperture (f3.3)
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Landscape Comparison

Olympus Tough-3000 Landscape photography advice
Panasonic ZR1 Landscape photography advice
35
rather wide (28mm)
built in image stabilization (Sensor-shift)
weather sealing
focusing manually not possible
fixed lens (fixed lens mount)
somewhat slow max aperture (f3.5)
small screen (2.7")
manual exposure not possible
low megapixels (12 megapixels)
sensor size is small (1/2.3")
doesn't have RAW support
no Timelapse mode
32
fairly wide (25mm)
has image stabilization (Optical)
manual focus not available
fixed lens (fixed lens mount)
somewhat slow max aperture (f3.3)
tiny screen (2.7 inches)
manual mode not available
low MP (12MP)
tiny sensor size (1/2.3")
has no RAW support
lack of Timelapse function
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Vlogging Comparison

Olympus Tough-3000 as a Vlogging camera
Panasonic ZR1 as a Vlogging camera
28
rather wide (28mm)
built in image stabilization (Sensor-shift)
somewhat slow max aperture (f3.5)
doesn't have selfie friendly screen
low res video (1280 x 720 pxls)
no external microphone port
28
fairly wide (25mm)
has image stabilization (Optical)
somewhat slow max aperture (f3.3)
display is not selfie friendly
low video resolution (1280 x 720 pxls)
lack of microphone port
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Olympus Tough-3000 vs Panasonic ZR1 Specifications

Detailed spec comparison table for Olympus Tough-3000 and Panasonic ZR1
 Olympus Stylus Tough-3000Panasonic Lumix DMC-ZR1
General Information
Brand Name Olympus Panasonic
Model type Olympus Stylus Tough-3000 Panasonic Lumix DMC-ZR1
Also referred to as mju Tough 3000 Lumix DMC-ZX1
Type Waterproof Small Sensor Compact
Released 2010-01-07 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 measurements 6.08 x 4.56mm 6.08 x 4.56mm
Sensor surface area 27.7mm² 27.7mm²
Sensor resolution 12 megapixel 12 megapixel
Anti alias filter
Aspect ratio 4:3 and 16:9 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9
Max resolution 3968 x 2976 4000 x 3000
Max native ISO 1600 6400
Lowest native ISO 64 80
RAW pictures
Autofocusing
Manual focusing
Touch to focus
AF continuous
Single AF
AF tracking
AF selectice
Center weighted AF
Multi area AF
Live view AF
Face detect AF
Contract detect AF
Phase detect AF
Total focus points - 11
Lens
Lens support fixed lens fixed lens
Lens zoom range 28-102mm (3.6x) 25-200mm (8.0x)
Maximum aperture f/3.5-5.1 f/3.3-5.9
Macro focusing range 2cm 3cm
Focal length multiplier 5.9 5.9
Screen
Range of display Fixed Type Fixed Type
Display size 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 1/2000 seconds
Continuous shutter speed 1.0 frames per sec 2.0 frames per sec
Shutter priority
Aperture priority
Expose Manually
Custom WB
Image stabilization
Inbuilt flash
Flash distance 4.00 m 5.10 m
Flash settings Auto, On, Off, Red-eye, Fill-in Auto, On, Off, Red-eye, Slow Sync
External flash
Auto exposure bracketing
WB bracketing
Exposure
Multisegment
Average
Spot
Partial
AF area
Center weighted
Video features
Supported video resolutions 1280 x 720 (30 fps) 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 1280x720 1280x720
Video file format MPEG-4 Motion JPEG
Microphone 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
Environmental seal
Water proofing
Dust proofing
Shock proofing
Crush proofing
Freeze proofing
Weight 159g (0.35 lbs) 158g (0.35 lbs)
Physical dimensions 96 x 65 x 23mm (3.8" x 2.6" x 0.9") 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 SD/SDHC, Internal SD/SDHC card, Internal
Storage slots Single Single
Cost at release $0 $280