Panasonic LX7 vs Panasonic ZR1
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Panasonic LX7 vs Panasonic ZR1 Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 10MP - 1/1.7" Sensor
- 3" Fixed Display
- ISO 80 - 6400 (Raise to 12800)
- Optical Image Stabilization
- 1920 x 1080 video
- 24-90mm (F1.4-2.3) lens
- 298g - 111 x 68 x 46mm
- Released October 2012
- Previous Model is Panasonic LX5
- New Model is Panasonic LX10
(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
Panasonic LX7 vs Panasonic ZR1 Overview
Let's take a more detailed look at the Panasonic LX7 and Panasonic ZR1, both Small Sensor Compact cameras and they are both manufactured by Panasonic. The image resolution of the LX7 (10MP) and the ZR1 (12MP) is fairly comparable but the LX7 (1/1.7") and ZR1 (1/2.3") feature different sensor sizing.
Sora from OpenAI releases its first ever music videoThe LX7 was brought out 3 years later than the ZR1 and that is a fairly large gap as far as camera technology is concerned. Both of the cameras offer the identical body type (Compact).
Before getting straight into a detailed comparison, below is a concise summation of how the LX7 scores against the ZR1 with respect to portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.
Panasonic LX7 vs Panasonic ZR1 Gallery
The following is a sample of the gallery pictures for Panasonic Lumix DMC-LX7 and Panasonic Lumix DMC-ZR1. The entire galleries are provided at Panasonic LX7 Gallery and Panasonic ZR1 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Panasonic LX7 over the Panasonic ZR1
LX7 | ZR1 | |||
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Announced | October 2012 | July 2009 | More recent by 40 months | |
Focus manually | More precise focusing | |||
Display sizing | 3" | 2.7" | Larger display (+0.3") | |
Display resolution | 920k | 230k | Sharper display (+690k dot) |
Reasons to pick Panasonic ZR1 over the Panasonic LX7
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Common features in the Panasonic LX7 and Panasonic ZR1
LX7 | ZR1 | |||
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Display type | Fixed | Fixed | Fixed display | |
Selfie screen | Neither offers selfie screen | |||
Touch display | Neither offers Touch display |
Panasonic LX7 vs Panasonic ZR1 Physical Comparison
For anyone who is aiming to lug around your camera regularly, you will have to factor its weight and proportions. The Panasonic LX7 offers physical dimensions of 111mm x 68mm x 46mm (4.4" x 2.7" x 1.8") with a weight of 298 grams (0.66 lbs) whilst 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).
Check the Panasonic LX7 and Panasonic ZR1 in the latest Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.Take into account, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will differ based on the lens you choose during that time. Here is the front view scale comparison of the LX7 vs the ZR1.
Taking into account dimensions and weight, the portability rating of the LX7 and ZR1 is 86 and 94 respectively.
Panasonic LX7 vs Panasonic ZR1 Sensor Comparison
Sometimes, it can be tough to imagine the gap in sensor measurements only by seeing specifications. The graphic here should give you a clearer sense of the sensor dimensions in the LX7 and ZR1.
To sum up, the 2 cameras enjoy different megapixels and different sensor measurements. The LX7 featuring a larger sensor is going to make getting bokeh less difficult and the Panasonic ZR1 will produce greater detail having its extra 2MP. Greater resolution will also enable you to crop images far more aggressively. The newer LX7 provides an edge when it comes to sensor technology.
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Panasonic LX7 vs Panasonic ZR1 Specifications
Panasonic Lumix DMC-LX7 | Panasonic Lumix DMC-ZR1 | |
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General Information | ||
Brand Name | Panasonic | Panasonic |
Model | Panasonic Lumix DMC-LX7 | Panasonic Lumix DMC-ZR1 |
Also referred to as | - | Lumix DMC-ZX1 |
Class | Small Sensor Compact | Small Sensor Compact |
Released | 2012-10-15 | 2009-07-27 |
Body design | Compact | Compact |
Sensor Information | ||
Processor | Venus Engine | Venus Engine V |
Sensor type | CMOS | CCD |
Sensor size | 1/1.7" | 1/2.3" |
Sensor dimensions | 7.44 x 5.58mm | 6.08 x 4.56mm |
Sensor surface area | 41.5mm² | 27.7mm² |
Sensor resolution | 10 megapixels | 12 megapixels |
Anti aliasing filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 1:1, 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 | 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 |
Highest Possible resolution | 3648 x 2736 | 4000 x 3000 |
Maximum native ISO | 6400 | 6400 |
Maximum enhanced ISO | 12800 | - |
Min native ISO | 80 | 80 |
RAW files | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Focus manually | ||
AF touch | ||
AF continuous | ||
Single AF | ||
Tracking AF | ||
AF selectice | ||
Center weighted AF | ||
Multi area AF | ||
Live view AF | ||
Face detect focusing | ||
Contract detect focusing | ||
Phase detect focusing | ||
Number of focus points | 23 | 11 |
Lens | ||
Lens mount | fixed lens | fixed lens |
Lens focal range | 24-90mm (3.8x) | 25-200mm (8.0x) |
Maximal aperture | f/1.4-2.3 | f/3.3-5.9 |
Macro focus distance | 1cm | 3cm |
Crop factor | 4.8 | 5.9 |
Screen | ||
Display type | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
Display size | 3 inches | 2.7 inches |
Display resolution | 920 thousand dot | 230 thousand dot |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch friendly | ||
Display technology | TFT Color LCD | - |
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder type | Electronic (optional) | None |
Features | ||
Min shutter speed | 60s | 60s |
Max shutter speed | 1/4000s | 1/2000s |
Continuous shutter speed | 11.0 frames per sec | 2.0 frames per sec |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Manually set exposure | ||
Exposure compensation | Yes | - |
Change WB | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Built-in flash | ||
Flash range | 8.50 m | 5.10 m |
Flash options | Auto, On, Off, Red-Eye, Slow Sync | Auto, On, Off, Red-eye, Slow Sync |
Hot shoe | ||
Auto exposure bracketing | ||
WB bracketing | ||
Exposure | ||
Multisegment | ||
Average | ||
Spot | ||
Partial | ||
AF area | ||
Center weighted | ||
Video features | ||
Video resolutions | 1920 x 1080 (60, 50, 30, 25 fps), 1280 x 720p (60, 50, 30, 25 fps), 640 x 480 (30, 25 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 | MPEG-4, AVCHD | Motion JPEG |
Mic 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 | ||
Environment seal | ||
Water proof | ||
Dust proof | ||
Shock proof | ||
Crush proof | ||
Freeze proof | ||
Weight | 298g (0.66 lb) | 158g (0.35 lb) |
Dimensions | 111 x 68 x 46mm (4.4" x 2.7" x 1.8") | 98 x 55 x 26mm (3.9" x 2.2" x 1.0") |
DXO scores | ||
DXO Overall score | 50 | not tested |
DXO Color Depth score | 20.7 | not tested |
DXO Dynamic range score | 11.7 | not tested |
DXO Low light score | 147 | not tested |
Other | ||
Battery life | 330 pictures | - |
Type of battery | Battery Pack | - |
Self timer | Yes (2 or 10 sec, 10 sec (3 images)) | Yes (2 or 10 sec) |
Time lapse shooting | ||
Type of storage | SD/SDHC/SDXC, Internal | SD/SDHC card, Internal |
Storage slots | 1 | 1 |
Price at release | $400 | $280 |