Olympus VG-110 vs Panasonic ZR3
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Olympus VG-110 vs Panasonic ZR3 Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 12MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 2.7" Fixed Screen
- ISO 80 - 1600
- 640 x 480 video
- 27-108mm (F2.9-6.5) lens
- 105g - 92 x 54 x 20mm
- Announced February 2011
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- 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
- Released January 2010
- Alternate Name is Lumix DMC-ZX3
Olympus VG-110 vs Panasonic ZR3 Overview
Let's take a more detailed look at the Olympus VG-110 vs Panasonic ZR3, former is a Ultracompact while the latter is a Small Sensor Compact by brands Olympus and Panasonic. The sensor resolution of the VG-110 (12MP) and the ZR3 (14MP) is pretty close and both cameras boast the same sensor sizes (1/2.3").
Samsung Releases Faster Versions of EVO MicroSD CardsThe VG-110 was unveiled 13 months after the ZR3 which makes them a generation away from each other. Both cameras have different body design with the Olympus VG-110 being a Ultracompact camera and the Panasonic ZR3 being a Compact camera.
Before we go straight to a step-by-step comparison, here is a short summary of how the VG-110 scores against the ZR3 when it comes to portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.
Olympus VG-110 vs Panasonic ZR3 Gallery
Here is a preview of the gallery images for Olympus VG-110 & Panasonic Lumix DMC-ZR3. The full galleries are viewable at Olympus VG-110 Gallery & Panasonic ZR3 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Olympus VG-110 over the Panasonic ZR3
VG-110 | ZR3 | |||
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Released | February 2011 | January 2010 | Newer by 13 months |
Reasons to pick Panasonic ZR3 over the Olympus VG-110
ZR3 | VG-110 |
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Common features in the Olympus VG-110 and Panasonic ZR3
VG-110 | ZR3 | |||
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Focus manually | Lack of manual focus | |||
Screen type | Fixed | Fixed | Fixed screen | |
Screen dimensions | 2.7" | 2.7" | Equal screen dimensions | |
Screen resolution | 230k | 230k | The same screen resolution | |
Selfie screen | Neither has selfie screen | |||
Touch screen | Lack of Touch screen |
Olympus VG-110 vs Panasonic ZR3 Physical Comparison
If you are looking to travel with your camera regularly, you should factor its weight and measurements. The Olympus VG-110 has outside measurements of 92mm x 54mm x 20mm (3.6" x 2.1" x 0.8") with a weight of 105 grams (0.23 lbs) while the Panasonic ZR3 has proportions of 98mm x 55mm x 26mm (3.9" x 2.2" x 1.0") having a weight of 159 grams (0.35 lbs).
Take a look at the Olympus VG-110 vs Panasonic ZR3 in our completely new Camera plus Lens Size Comparison Tool.Take into consideration, the weight of an ILC will vary based on the lens you are utilising at the time. Here is a front view measurements comparison of the VG-110 compared to the ZR3.
Factoring in size and weight, the portability grade of the VG-110 and ZR3 is 97 and 94 respectively.
Olympus VG-110 vs Panasonic ZR3 Sensor Comparison
Usually, it can be hard to envision the contrast in sensor dimensions only by viewing technical specs. The image below might offer you a more clear sense of the sensor sizing in the VG-110 and ZR3.
As you have seen, both of those cameras have the same sensor dimensions albeit not the same MP. You can expect the Panasonic ZR3 to result in extra detail having an extra 2 Megapixels. Higher resolution will also let you crop shots a bit more aggressively. The fresher VG-110 will have an edge in sensor tech.
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Olympus VG-110 vs Panasonic ZR3 Specifications
Olympus VG-110 | Panasonic Lumix DMC-ZR3 | |
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General Information | ||
Brand Name | Olympus | Panasonic |
Model type | Olympus VG-110 | Panasonic Lumix DMC-ZR3 |
Also called | - | Lumix DMC-ZX3 |
Type | Ultracompact | Small Sensor Compact |
Announced | 2011-02-08 | 2010-01-26 |
Physical type | Ultracompact | Compact |
Sensor Information | ||
Processor Chip | TruePic III | Venus Engine HD II |
Sensor type | CCD | CCD |
Sensor size | 1/2.3" | 1/2.3" |
Sensor dimensions | 6.17 x 4.55mm | 6.08 x 4.56mm |
Sensor area | 28.1mm² | 27.7mm² |
Sensor resolution | 12 megapixel | 14 megapixel |
Anti alias filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 4:3 | 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 |
Full resolution | 3968 x 2976 | 4320 x 3240 |
Max native ISO | 1600 | 6400 |
Lowest native ISO | 80 | 80 |
RAW images | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Focus manually | ||
AF touch | ||
Continuous AF | ||
Single AF | ||
AF tracking | ||
Selective AF | ||
AF center weighted | ||
AF multi area | ||
AF live view | ||
Face detection AF | ||
Contract detection AF | ||
Phase detection AF | ||
Total focus points | - | 11 |
Lens | ||
Lens mount type | fixed lens | fixed lens |
Lens zoom range | 27-108mm (4.0x) | 25-200mm (8.0x) |
Maximal aperture | f/2.9-6.5 | f/3.3-5.9 |
Macro focusing range | 1cm | 3cm |
Focal length multiplier | 5.8 | 5.9 |
Screen | ||
Type of screen | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
Screen size | 2.7 inch | 2.7 inch |
Resolution of screen | 230k dots | 230k dots |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch capability | ||
Screen technology | TFT Color LCD | - |
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder type | None | None |
Features | ||
Lowest shutter speed | 4 seconds | 60 seconds |
Highest shutter speed | 1/2000 seconds | 1/1300 seconds |
Continuous shooting rate | - | 2.0 frames/s |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Manually set exposure | ||
Change WB | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Integrated flash | ||
Flash distance | 4.70 m | 5.30 m |
Flash options | Auto, On, Off, Red-Eye, Fill-in | Auto, On, Off, Red-eye, Slow Syncro |
Hot shoe | ||
Auto exposure bracketing | ||
White balance 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, 15fps) | 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 data format | MPEG-4 | AVCHD Lite |
Mic support | ||
Headphone support | ||
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 sealing | ||
Water proofing | ||
Dust proofing | ||
Shock proofing | ||
Crush proofing | ||
Freeze proofing | ||
Weight | 105 gr (0.23 lbs) | 159 gr (0.35 lbs) |
Physical dimensions | 92 x 54 x 20mm (3.6" x 2.1" x 0.8") | 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 | 170 photos | - |
Battery style | Battery Pack | - |
Battery ID | LI-70B | - |
Self timer | Yes (2 or 12 sec) | Yes (2 or 10 sec) |
Time lapse shooting | ||
Type of storage | SD/SDHC | SD/SDHC/SDXC, Internal |
Card slots | One | One |
Launch cost | $150 | $280 |