Panasonic ZR1 vs Panasonic ZS1
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Panasonic ZR1 vs Panasonic ZS1 Key Specs
(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
- Introduced July 2009
- Additionally Known as Lumix DMC-ZX1
(Full Review)
- 10MP - 1/2.5" Sensor
- 2.7" Fixed Screen
- ISO 100 - 6400
- Optical Image Stabilization
- 640 x 480 video
- 25-300mm (F3.3-4.9) lens
- 229g - 103 x 60 x 33mm
- Launched May 2009
- Alternate Name is Lumix DMC-TZ6
Panasonic ZR1 vs Panasonic ZS1 Overview
Following is a in-depth review of the Panasonic ZR1 versus Panasonic ZS1, former is a Small Sensor Compact while the latter is a Small Sensor Superzoom and both of them are offered by Panasonic. The sensor resolution of the ZR1 (12MP) and the ZS1 (10MP) is relatively close but the ZR1 (1/2.3") and ZS1 (1/2.5") boast totally different sensor dimensions.
President Biden pushes bill mandating TikTok sale or banThe ZR1 was revealed 3 months after the ZS1 which means that they are of a similar age. Each of the cameras have the same body design (Compact).
Before we go right into a in depth comparison, here is a concise summation of how the ZR1 grades vs the ZS1 when considering portability, imaging, features and an overall score.
Panasonic ZR1 vs Panasonic ZS1 Gallery
This is a preview of the gallery photos for Panasonic Lumix DMC-ZR1 & Panasonic Lumix DMC-ZS1. The full galleries are provided at Panasonic ZR1 Gallery & Panasonic ZS1 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Panasonic ZR1 over the Panasonic ZS1
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Reasons to pick Panasonic ZS1 over the Panasonic ZR1
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Common features in the Panasonic ZR1 and Panasonic ZS1
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Launched | July 2009 | May 2009 | Same age | |
Manually focus | No manual focus | |||
Screen type | Fixed | Fixed | Fixed screen | |
Screen dimensions | 2.7" | 2.7" | Equal screen sizing | |
Screen resolution | 230k | 230k | The same screen resolution | |
Selfie screen | Lacking selfie screen | |||
Touch screen | Neither features Touch screen |
Panasonic ZR1 vs Panasonic ZS1 Physical Comparison
For anyone who is intending to carry around your camera, you have to take into account its weight and measurements. The Panasonic ZR1 enjoys external measurements of 98mm x 55mm x 26mm (3.9" x 2.2" x 1.0") with a weight of 158 grams (0.35 lbs) while the Panasonic ZS1 has proportions of 103mm x 60mm x 33mm (4.1" x 2.4" x 1.3") and a weight of 229 grams (0.50 lbs).
Analyze the Panasonic ZR1 versus Panasonic ZS1 in our newest Camera plus Lens Size Comparison Tool.Remember, the weight of an ILC will differ based on the lens you are using at the time. Below is a front view proportions comparison of the ZR1 vs the ZS1.
Using dimensions and weight, the portability rating of the ZR1 and ZS1 is 94 and 91 respectively.
Panasonic ZR1 vs Panasonic ZS1 Sensor Comparison
Normally, it is hard to envision the contrast in sensor sizes only by looking through specifications. The pic below should offer you a more clear sense of the sensor sizing in the ZR1 and ZS1.
To sum up, the two cameras have different resolutions and different sensor sizes. The ZR1 using its bigger sensor will make shooting bokeh less difficult and the Panasonic ZR1 will render more detail because of its extra 2MP. Higher resolution can also allow you to crop shots a bit more aggressively.
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Panasonic ZR1 vs Panasonic ZS1 Specifications
Panasonic Lumix DMC-ZR1 | Panasonic Lumix DMC-ZS1 | |
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General Information | ||
Brand Name | Panasonic | Panasonic |
Model type | Panasonic Lumix DMC-ZR1 | Panasonic Lumix DMC-ZS1 |
Also referred to as | Lumix DMC-ZX1 | Lumix DMC-TZ6 |
Type | Small Sensor Compact | Small Sensor Superzoom |
Introduced | 2009-07-27 | 2009-05-14 |
Physical type | Compact | Compact |
Sensor Information | ||
Processor | Venus Engine V | - |
Sensor type | CCD | CCD |
Sensor size | 1/2.3" | 1/2.5" |
Sensor dimensions | 6.08 x 4.56mm | 5.744 x 4.308mm |
Sensor area | 27.7mm² | 24.7mm² |
Sensor resolution | 12 megapixels | 10 megapixels |
Anti alias filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 | 16:9, 4:3 and 3:2 |
Full resolution | 4000 x 3000 | 3648 x 2736 |
Max native ISO | 6400 | 6400 |
Minimum native ISO | 80 | 100 |
RAW files | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Manual focusing | ||
Touch to focus | ||
AF continuous | ||
Single AF | ||
AF tracking | ||
Selective AF | ||
AF center weighted | ||
Multi area AF | ||
AF live view | ||
Face detect AF | ||
Contract detect AF | ||
Phase detect AF | ||
Total focus points | 11 | 11 |
Lens | ||
Lens mount type | fixed lens | fixed lens |
Lens zoom range | 25-200mm (8.0x) | 25-300mm (12.0x) |
Maximum aperture | f/3.3-5.9 | f/3.3-4.9 |
Macro focusing range | 3cm | 3cm |
Focal length multiplier | 5.9 | 6.3 |
Screen | ||
Type of display | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
Display size | 2.7" | 2.7" |
Resolution of display | 230 thousand dots | 230 thousand dots |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch capability | ||
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder type | None | None |
Features | ||
Slowest shutter speed | 60 secs | 60 secs |
Maximum shutter speed | 1/2000 secs | 1/2000 secs |
Continuous shooting rate | 2.0 frames/s | 3.0 frames/s |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Manually set exposure | ||
Custom WB | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Integrated flash | ||
Flash distance | 5.10 m | 5.30 m (Auto ISO) |
Flash modes | Auto, On, Off, Red-eye, Slow Sync | Auto, On, Off, Red-Eye reduction, Slow Sync |
External flash | ||
AEB | ||
WB bracketing | ||
Exposure | ||
Multisegment metering | ||
Average metering | ||
Spot metering | ||
Partial metering | ||
AF area metering | ||
Center weighted metering | ||
Video features | ||
Supported video resolutions | 1280 x 720 (30 fps), 848 x 480 (30 fps), 640 x 480 (30 fps), 320 x 240 (30 fps) | 848 x 480 (30 fps), 640 x 480 (30 fps), 320 x 240 (30 fps) |
Max video resolution | 1280x720 | 640x480 |
Video data format | Motion JPEG | Motion JPEG |
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 | 158 grams (0.35 lbs) | 229 grams (0.50 lbs) |
Physical dimensions | 98 x 55 x 26mm (3.9" x 2.2" x 1.0") | 103 x 60 x 33mm (4.1" x 2.4" x 1.3") |
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 | ||
Self timer | Yes (2 or 10 sec) | Yes (2 or 10 sec) |
Time lapse feature | ||
Storage type | SD/SDHC card, Internal | SD/MMC/SDHC card, Internal |
Card slots | Single | Single |
Retail pricing | $280 | $0 |