Panasonic FX700 vs Panasonic ZR1
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Panasonic FX700 vs Panasonic ZR1 Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 14MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 3" Fixed Screen
- ISO 80 - 6400
- Optical Image Stabilization
- 1920 x 1080 video
- 24-120mm (F2.2-5.9) lens
- 176g - 104 x 56 x 25mm
- Launched July 2010
(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
- Announced July 2009
- Other Name is Lumix DMC-ZX1
Panasonic FX700 vs Panasonic ZR1 Overview
Lets look more closely at the Panasonic FX700 vs Panasonic ZR1, both Small Sensor Compact digital cameras and they are both sold by Panasonic. The sensor resolution of the FX700 (14MP) and the ZR1 (12MP) is relatively well matched and both cameras posses the same sensor sizing (1/2.3").
Apple Innovates by Creating Next-Level Optical Stabilization for iPhoneThe FX700 was manufactured 12 months after the ZR1 and they are of a similar generation. Each of these cameras have the same body design (Compact).
Before delving straight to a comprehensive comparison, here is a short summation of how the FX700 matches up vs the ZR1 when it comes to portability, imaging, features and an overall score.
Panasonic FX700 vs Panasonic ZR1 Gallery
Here is a preview of the gallery photos for Panasonic Lumix DMC-FX700 and Panasonic Lumix DMC-ZR1. The entire galleries are available at Panasonic FX700 Gallery and Panasonic ZR1 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Panasonic FX700 over the Panasonic ZR1
FX700 | ZR1 | |||
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Announced | July 2010 | July 2009 | More modern by 12 months | |
Manual focus | More exact focusing | |||
Screen dimensions | 3" | 2.7" | Bigger screen (+0.3") | |
Touch screen | Quickly navigate |
Reasons to pick Panasonic ZR1 over the Panasonic FX700
ZR1 | FX700 |
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Common features in the Panasonic FX700 and Panasonic ZR1
FX700 | ZR1 | |||
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Screen type | Fixed | Fixed | Fixed screen | |
Screen resolution | 230k | 230k | Exact same screen resolution | |
Selfie screen | Absent selfie screen |
Panasonic FX700 vs Panasonic ZR1 Physical Comparison
For anybody who is aiming to carry around your camera frequently, you'll have to factor its weight and proportions. The Panasonic FX700 has got external measurements of 104mm x 56mm x 25mm (4.1" x 2.2" x 1.0") accompanied by a weight of 176 grams (0.39 lbs) and the Panasonic ZR1 has measurements of 98mm x 55mm x 26mm (3.9" x 2.2" x 1.0") with a weight of 158 grams (0.35 lbs).
Contrast the Panasonic FX700 vs Panasonic ZR1 in the new Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.Always remember, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will vary depending on the lens you have at that moment. Here is a front view dimensions comparison of the FX700 vs the ZR1.
Taking into account size and weight, the portability score of the FX700 and ZR1 is 94 and 94 respectively.
Panasonic FX700 vs Panasonic ZR1 Sensor Comparison
Oftentimes, it's hard to see the difference between sensor sizes just by checking technical specs. The image here might provide you a stronger sense of the sensor sizing in the FX700 and ZR1.
As you can tell, both the cameras provide the same sensor dimensions albeit not the same MP. You should count on the Panasonic FX700 to give greater detail due to its extra 2MP. Higher resolution will let you crop pictures more aggressively. The fresher FX700 will have a benefit with regard to sensor tech.
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Panasonic FX700 vs Panasonic ZR1 Specifications
Panasonic Lumix DMC-FX700 | Panasonic Lumix DMC-ZR1 | |
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General Information | ||
Brand Name | Panasonic | Panasonic |
Model type | Panasonic Lumix DMC-FX700 | Panasonic Lumix DMC-ZR1 |
Also referred to as | - | Lumix DMC-ZX1 |
Type | Small Sensor Compact | Small Sensor Compact |
Launched | 2010-07-21 | 2009-07-27 |
Body design | Compact | Compact |
Sensor Information | ||
Powered by | Venus Engine FHD | Venus Engine V |
Sensor type | CMOS | 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 | 14MP | 12MP |
Anti alias filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 1:1, 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 | 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 |
Highest Possible resolution | 4320 x 3240 | 4000 x 3000 |
Maximum native ISO | 6400 | 6400 |
Min native ISO | 80 | 80 |
RAW support | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Focus manually | ||
Touch focus | ||
AF continuous | ||
AF single | ||
Tracking AF | ||
AF selectice | ||
Center weighted AF | ||
Multi area AF | ||
Live view AF | ||
Face detection focusing | ||
Contract detection focusing | ||
Phase detection focusing | ||
Total focus points | - | 11 |
Cross type focus points | - | - |
Lens | ||
Lens support | fixed lens | fixed lens |
Lens zoom range | 24-120mm (5.0x) | 25-200mm (8.0x) |
Largest aperture | f/2.2-5.9 | f/3.3-5.9 |
Macro focusing range | 3cm | 3cm |
Crop factor | 5.9 | 5.9 |
Screen | ||
Screen type | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
Screen sizing | 3 inches | 2.7 inches |
Screen resolution | 230 thousand dot | 230 thousand dot |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch functionality | ||
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder | None | None |
Features | ||
Minimum shutter speed | 60 seconds | 60 seconds |
Fastest shutter speed | 1/2000 seconds | 1/2000 seconds |
Continuous shutter speed | 10.0 frames per sec | 2.0 frames per sec |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Manual exposure | ||
Exposure compensation | Yes | - |
Change WB | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Inbuilt flash | ||
Flash distance | 7.40 m | 5.10 m |
Flash modes | Auto, On, Off, Red-eye, Slow Sync | Auto, On, Off, Red-eye, Slow Sync |
Hot shoe | ||
AE bracketing | ||
WB bracketing | ||
Exposure | ||
Multisegment exposure | ||
Average exposure | ||
Spot exposure | ||
Partial exposure | ||
AF area exposure | ||
Center weighted exposure | ||
Video features | ||
Video resolutions | 1920 x 1080 (60 fps), 1280 x 720 (60, 30 fps), 848 x 480 (30 fps), 640 x 480 (30 fps), 320 x 240 (30 fps), 320 x 240 (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 file format | AVCHD | Motion JPEG |
Microphone input | ||
Headphone input | ||
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 | 176 grams (0.39 pounds) | 158 grams (0.35 pounds) |
Physical dimensions | 104 x 56 x 25mm (4.1" 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 10 secs) | Yes (2 or 10 sec) |
Time lapse shooting | ||
Type of storage | SD/SDHC/SDXC card, Internal | SD/SDHC card, Internal |
Storage slots | Single | Single |
Price at release | $399 | $280 |