Panasonic ZR1 vs Pentax W80
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94 Imaging
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Panasonic ZR1 vs Pentax W80 Key Specs
(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
- Introduced July 2009
- Other Name is Lumix DMC-ZX1
(Full Review)
- 12MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 2.5" Fixed Screen
- ISO 64 - 6400
- 1280 x 720 video
- 28-140mm (F3.5-5.5) lens
- 156g - 100 x 56 x 25mm
- Revealed June 2009
Panasonic ZR1 vs Pentax W80 Overview
Following is a detailed review of the Panasonic ZR1 versus Pentax W80, both Small Sensor Compact cameras by manufacturers Panasonic and Pentax. The sensor resolution of the ZR1 (12MP) and the W80 (12MP) is relatively close and both cameras provide the identical sensor dimensions (1/2.3").
Photobucket discusses licensing 13 billion images with AI firmsThe ZR1 was launched 2 months after the W80 and they are of a similar generation. Each of the cameras feature the same body design (Compact).
Before we go right into a full comparison, here is a brief view of how the ZR1 grades against the W80 in terms of portability, imaging, features and an overall score.
Panasonic ZR1 vs Pentax W80 Gallery
This is a preview of the gallery photos for Panasonic Lumix DMC-ZR1 and Pentax Optio W80. The complete galleries are viewable at Panasonic ZR1 Gallery and Pentax W80 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Panasonic ZR1 over the Pentax W80
ZR1 | W80 | |||
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Screen size | 2.7" | 2.5" | Bigger screen (+0.2") |
Reasons to pick Pentax W80 over the Panasonic ZR1
W80 | ZR1 | |||
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Manual focus | Dial exact focusing |
Common features in the Panasonic ZR1 and Pentax W80
ZR1 | W80 | |||
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Revealed | July 2009 | June 2009 | Same generation | |
Screen type | Fixed | Fixed | Fixed screen | |
Screen resolution | 230k | 230k | Identical screen resolution | |
Selfie screen | Neither features selfie screen | |||
Touch screen | Neither features Touch screen |
Panasonic ZR1 vs Pentax W80 Physical Comparison
If you are planning to carry around your camera frequently, you'll need to factor its weight and size. The Panasonic ZR1 enjoys exterior measurements of 98mm x 55mm x 26mm (3.9" x 2.2" x 1.0") with a weight of 158 grams (0.35 lbs) and the Pentax W80 has specifications of 100mm x 56mm x 25mm (3.9" x 2.2" x 1.0") and a weight of 156 grams (0.34 lbs).
Check the Panasonic ZR1 versus Pentax W80 in the all new Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.Take into consideration, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will change depending on the lens you choose during that time. Following is a front view overall size comparison of the ZR1 against the W80.
Using dimensions and weight, the portability score of the ZR1 and W80 is 94 and 94 respectively.
Panasonic ZR1 vs Pentax W80 Sensor Comparison
Typically, it can be difficult to imagine the gap in sensor sizes purely by researching technical specs. The picture underneath may give you a greater sense of the sensor measurements in the ZR1 and W80.
As you can tell, the 2 cameras feature the identical sensor size and the identical resolution and you should expect comparable quality of images though you have to take the release date of the cameras into account.
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Panasonic ZR1 vs Pentax W80 Specifications
Panasonic Lumix DMC-ZR1 | Pentax Optio W80 | |
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General Information | ||
Manufacturer | Panasonic | Pentax |
Model | Panasonic Lumix DMC-ZR1 | Pentax Optio W80 |
Other name | Lumix DMC-ZX1 | - |
Category | Small Sensor Compact | Small Sensor Compact |
Introduced | 2009-07-27 | 2009-06-25 |
Physical type | Compact | Compact |
Sensor Information | ||
Processor | Venus Engine V | - |
Sensor type | CCD | 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 | 12 megapixel | 12 megapixel |
Anti aliasing filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 | 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 |
Max resolution | 4000 x 3000 | 4000 x 3000 |
Max native ISO | 6400 | 6400 |
Lowest native ISO | 80 | 64 |
RAW support | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Focus manually | ||
Autofocus touch | ||
Continuous autofocus | ||
Single autofocus | ||
Tracking autofocus | ||
Autofocus selectice | ||
Center weighted autofocus | ||
Autofocus multi area | ||
Live view autofocus | ||
Face detection focus | ||
Contract detection focus | ||
Phase detection focus | ||
Number of focus points | 11 | 9 |
Lens | ||
Lens mounting type | fixed lens | fixed lens |
Lens focal range | 25-200mm (8.0x) | 28-140mm (5.0x) |
Highest aperture | f/3.3-5.9 | f/3.5-5.5 |
Macro focus distance | 3cm | 1cm |
Focal length multiplier | 5.9 | 5.9 |
Screen | ||
Type of screen | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
Screen sizing | 2.7 inches | 2.5 inches |
Resolution of screen | 230 thousand dots | 230 thousand dots |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch functionality | ||
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder type | None | None |
Features | ||
Min shutter speed | 60 secs | 4 secs |
Max shutter speed | 1/2000 secs | 1/1500 secs |
Continuous shutter rate | 2.0 frames/s | 1.0 frames/s |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Expose Manually | ||
Custom white balance | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Integrated flash | ||
Flash range | 5.10 m | 3.90 m |
Flash modes | Auto, On, Off, Red-eye, Slow Sync | Auto, On, Off, Red-eye, Soft |
Hot shoe | ||
AE bracketing | ||
White balance bracketing | ||
Exposure | ||
Multisegment | ||
Average | ||
Spot | ||
Partial | ||
AF area | ||
Center weighted | ||
Video features | ||
Video resolutions | 1280 x 720 (30 fps), 848 x 480 (30 fps), 640 x 480 (30 fps), 320 x 240 (30 fps) | 1280 x 720 (30, 15 fps), 640 x 480 (30, 15 fps), 320 x 240 (30, 15 fps) |
Max video resolution | 1280x720 | 1280x720 |
Video format | Motion JPEG | Motion JPEG |
Microphone port | ||
Headphone port | ||
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 proof | ||
Dust proof | ||
Shock proof | ||
Crush proof | ||
Freeze proof | ||
Weight | 158g (0.35 lb) | 156g (0.34 lb) |
Physical dimensions | 98 x 55 x 26mm (3.9" x 2.2" x 1.0") | 100 x 56 x 25mm (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 model | - | D-LI78 |
Self timer | Yes (2 or 10 sec) | Yes (2 or 10 sec) |
Time lapse feature | ||
Type of storage | SD/SDHC card, Internal | SD/SDHC card, Internal |
Card slots | Single | Single |
Price at release | $280 | $250 |