Olympus XZ-10 vs Panasonic ZR1
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Olympus XZ-10 vs Panasonic ZR1 Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 12MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 3" Fixed Display
- ISO 100 - 6400
- Sensor-shift Image Stabilization
- 1920 x 1080 video
- 26-130mm (F1.8-2.7) lens
- 221g - 102 x 61 x 34mm
- Revealed January 2013
(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
- Released July 2009
- Also Known as Lumix DMC-ZX1
Olympus XZ-10 vs Panasonic ZR1 Overview
Here, we will be analyzing the Olympus XZ-10 and Panasonic ZR1, both Small Sensor Compact cameras by competitors Olympus and Panasonic. The image resolution of the XZ-10 (12MP) and the ZR1 (12MP) is relatively comparable and both cameras provide the identical sensor dimensions (1/2.3").
Meta to Introduce 'AI-Generated' Labels for Media starting next monthThe XZ-10 was unveiled 3 years later than the ZR1 and that is a fairly large gap as far as camera tech is concerned. Each of the cameras feature the same body design (Compact).
Before we go straight to a complete comparison, here is a quick introduction of how the XZ-10 grades against the ZR1 when it comes to portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.
Olympus XZ-10 vs Panasonic ZR1 Gallery
Here is a preview of the gallery photos for Olympus Stylus XZ-10 and Panasonic Lumix DMC-ZR1. The full galleries are provided at Olympus XZ-10 Gallery and Panasonic ZR1 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Olympus XZ-10 over the Panasonic ZR1
XZ-10 | ZR1 | |||
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Released | January 2013 | July 2009 | Fresher by 43 months | |
Focus manually | Very precise focus | |||
Screen size | 3" | 2.7" | Bigger screen (+0.3") | |
Screen resolution | 920k | 230k | Crisper screen (+690k dot) | |
Touch screen | Quickly navigate |
Reasons to pick Panasonic ZR1 over the Olympus XZ-10
ZR1 | XZ-10 |
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Common features in the Olympus XZ-10 and Panasonic ZR1
XZ-10 | ZR1 | |||
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Screen type | Fixed | Fixed | Fixed screen | |
Selfie screen | Absent selfie screen |
Olympus XZ-10 vs Panasonic ZR1 Physical Comparison
For anybody who is aiming to carry your camera frequently, you'll need to factor its weight and measurements. The Olympus XZ-10 comes with physical measurements of 102mm x 61mm x 34mm (4.0" x 2.4" x 1.3") having a weight of 221 grams (0.49 lbs) and the Panasonic ZR1 has proportions of 98mm x 55mm x 26mm (3.9" x 2.2" x 1.0") and a weight of 158 grams (0.35 lbs).
Check the Olympus XZ-10 and Panasonic ZR1 in the new Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.Take into account, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will vary dependant on the lens you have attached at the time. Here is a front view measurements comparison of the XZ-10 compared to the ZR1.
Considering size and weight, the portability rating of the XZ-10 and ZR1 is 91 and 94 respectively.
Olympus XZ-10 vs Panasonic ZR1 Sensor Comparison
In many cases, it can be hard to picture the contrast in sensor sizing only by going through technical specs. The graphic here should provide you a better sense of the sensor measurements in the XZ-10 and ZR1.
As you can tell, both of these cameras feature the identical sensor size and the exact same MP therefore you should expect comparable quality of photos although you would want to take the production date of the cameras into account. The younger XZ-10 should have an advantage when it comes to sensor innovation.
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Olympus XZ-10 vs Panasonic ZR1 Specifications
Olympus Stylus XZ-10 | Panasonic Lumix DMC-ZR1 | |
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General Information | ||
Brand | Olympus | Panasonic |
Model | Olympus Stylus XZ-10 | Panasonic Lumix DMC-ZR1 |
Otherwise known as | - | Lumix DMC-ZX1 |
Type | Small Sensor Compact | Small Sensor Compact |
Revealed | 2013-01-30 | 2009-07-27 |
Body design | Compact | 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 | 12 megapixel | 12 megapixel |
Anti aliasing filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 1:1, 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 | 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 |
Peak resolution | 3968 x 2976 | 4000 x 3000 |
Highest native ISO | 6400 | 6400 |
Lowest native ISO | 100 | 80 |
RAW data | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Manual focus | ||
Touch focus | ||
Continuous AF | ||
Single AF | ||
Tracking AF | ||
Selective AF | ||
Center weighted AF | ||
AF multi area | ||
AF live view | ||
Face detect AF | ||
Contract detect AF | ||
Phase detect AF | ||
Number of focus points | 35 | 11 |
Lens | ||
Lens mounting type | fixed lens | fixed lens |
Lens focal range | 26-130mm (5.0x) | 25-200mm (8.0x) |
Maximal aperture | f/1.8-2.7 | f/3.3-5.9 |
Macro focus range | 1cm | 3cm |
Crop factor | 5.8 | 5.9 |
Screen | ||
Display type | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
Display size | 3" | 2.7" |
Display resolution | 920k dot | 230k dot |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch operation | ||
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder | None | None |
Features | ||
Minimum shutter speed | 30s | 60s |
Fastest shutter speed | 1/2000s | 1/2000s |
Continuous shutter speed | 5.0 frames/s | 2.0 frames/s |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Manually set exposure | ||
Exposure compensation | Yes | - |
Change WB | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Built-in flash | ||
Flash range | - | 5.10 m |
Flash modes | Auto, On, Off, Red-Eye, Fill-in, Wireless | Auto, On, Off, Red-eye, Slow Sync |
External flash | ||
AEB | ||
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 (30 fps, 18Mbps), 1280 x 720 (30 fps, 9Mbps) | 1280 x 720 (30 fps), 848 x 480 (30 fps), 640 x 480 (30 fps), 320 x 240 (30 fps) |
Highest video resolution | 1920x1080 | 1280x720 |
Video format | MPEG-4, H.264 | Motion JPEG |
Microphone input | ||
Headphone input | ||
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 | ||
Environment seal | ||
Water proof | ||
Dust proof | ||
Shock proof | ||
Crush proof | ||
Freeze proof | ||
Weight | 221 grams (0.49 lb) | 158 grams (0.35 lb) |
Physical dimensions | 102 x 61 x 34mm (4.0" x 2.4" x 1.3") | 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 | ||
Battery life | 240 shots | - |
Battery format | Battery Pack | - |
Battery model | 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 | 1 | 1 |
Retail pricing | $428 | $280 |