Panasonic ZR1 vs Samsung SL30
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34 Features
17 Overall
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95 Imaging
33 Features
14 Overall
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Panasonic ZR1 vs Samsung SL30 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
- Released July 2009
- Alternative Name is Lumix DMC-ZX1
(Full Review)
- 10MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 2.5" Fixed Screen
- ISO 80 - 1600
- 640 x 480 video
- 38-114mm (F2.8-5.7) lens
- 140g - 94 x 61 x 23mm
- Launched February 2009
- Additionally Known as ES15

Panasonic ZR1 vs Samsung SL30 Overview
Below, we will be matching up the Panasonic ZR1 versus Samsung SL30, both Small Sensor Compact cameras by brands Panasonic and Samsung. The sensor resolution of the ZR1 (12MP) and the SL30 (10MP) is relatively close and they feature the exact same sensor measurements (1/2.3").

The ZR1 was unveiled 6 months later than the SL30 and they are both of a similar generation. Both of the cameras come with the identical body type (Compact).
Before going through a comprehensive comparison, below is a short synopsis of how the ZR1 grades versus the SL30 in the way of portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.

Panasonic ZR1 vs Samsung SL30 Gallery
Below is a preview of the gallery photos for Panasonic Lumix DMC-ZR1 and Samsung SL30. The full galleries are provided at Panasonic ZR1 Gallery and Samsung SL30 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Panasonic ZR1 over the Samsung SL30
ZR1 | SL30 | |||
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Screen dimension | 2.7" | ![]() | 2.5" | Bigger screen (+0.2") |
Reasons to pick Samsung SL30 over the Panasonic ZR1
SL30 | ZR1 |
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Common features in the Panasonic ZR1 and Samsung SL30
ZR1 | SL30 | |||
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Launched | July 2009 | ![]() | February 2009 | Same generation |
Manually focus | ![]() | Lack of manual focusing | ||
Screen type | Fixed | ![]() | Fixed | Fixed screen |
Screen resolution | 230k | ![]() | 230k | Equal screen resolution |
Selfie screen | ![]() | Missing selfie screen | ||
Touch friendly screen | ![]() | Missing Touch friendly screen |
Panasonic ZR1 vs Samsung SL30 Physical Comparison
For anybody who is looking to lug around your camera regularly, you will have to factor its weight and size. The Panasonic ZR1 has exterior measurements of 98mm x 55mm x 26mm (3.9" x 2.2" x 1.0") accompanied by a weight of 158 grams (0.35 lbs) whilst the Samsung SL30 has specifications of 94mm x 61mm x 23mm (3.7" x 2.4" x 0.9") with a weight of 140 grams (0.31 lbs).
Check the Panasonic ZR1 versus Samsung SL30 in the all new Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.
Always remember, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will vary based on the lens you are utilising at the time. Underneath is the front view sizing comparison of the ZR1 vs the SL30.

Looking at size and weight, the portability score of the ZR1 and SL30 is 94 and 95 respectively.

Panasonic ZR1 vs Samsung SL30 Sensor Comparison
Generally, it can be hard to envision the contrast in sensor measurements merely by looking through specs. The photograph below may offer you a far better sense of the sensor sizing in the ZR1 and SL30.
As you can plainly see, the 2 cameras have got the exact same sensor measurements albeit not the same resolution. You should count on the Panasonic ZR1 to render greater detail having an extra 2 Megapixels. Higher resolution can also allow you to crop pictures much more aggressively.

Panasonic ZR1 vs Samsung SL30 Screen and ViewFinder


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Panasonic ZR1 vs Samsung SL30 Specifications
Panasonic Lumix DMC-ZR1 | Samsung SL30 | |
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General Information | ||
Brand Name | Panasonic | Samsung |
Model | Panasonic Lumix DMC-ZR1 | Samsung SL30 |
Also called as | Lumix DMC-ZX1 | ES15 |
Type | Small Sensor Compact | Small Sensor Compact |
Released | 2009-07-27 | 2009-02-17 |
Physical type | Compact | Compact |
Sensor Information | ||
Chip | 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 | 10 megapixel |
Anti aliasing filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 | - |
Highest resolution | 4000 x 3000 | 3648 x 2736 |
Highest native ISO | 6400 | 1600 |
Lowest native ISO | 80 | 80 |
RAW data | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Focus manually | ||
AF touch | ||
AF continuous | ||
AF single | ||
Tracking AF | ||
AF selectice | ||
Center weighted AF | ||
Multi area AF | ||
Live view AF | ||
Face detect AF | ||
Contract detect AF | ||
Phase detect AF | ||
Number of focus points | 11 | - |
Lens | ||
Lens mounting type | fixed lens | fixed lens |
Lens focal range | 25-200mm (8.0x) | 38-114mm (3.0x) |
Max aperture | f/3.3-5.9 | f/2.8-5.7 |
Macro focus range | 3cm | 5cm |
Crop factor | 5.9 | 5.9 |
Screen | ||
Display type | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
Display size | 2.7 inches | 2.5 inches |
Display resolution | 230k dots | 230k dots |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch screen | ||
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder type | None | None |
Features | ||
Lowest shutter speed | 60 secs | 8 secs |
Highest shutter speed | 1/2000 secs | 1/1500 secs |
Continuous shooting rate | 2.0 frames per second | - |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Expose Manually | ||
Custom WB | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Inbuilt flash | ||
Flash range | 5.10 m | 4.60 m |
Flash options | Auto, On, Off, Red-eye, Slow Sync | Auto, On, Off, Auto & Red-Eye reduction, Slow Sync, Fill-in Flash, Flash Off, Red-Eye Fix |
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 | 1280 x 720 (30 fps), 848 x 480 (30 fps), 640 x 480 (30 fps), 320 x 240 (30 fps) | 800 x 592 (20 fps), 640 x 480 (30, 15 fps), 320 x 240 (60, 30 fps) |
Highest video resolution | 1280x720 | 640x480 |
Video file 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 | ||
Environment sealing | ||
Water proof | ||
Dust proof | ||
Shock proof | ||
Crush proof | ||
Freeze proof | ||
Weight | 158 gr (0.35 lbs) | 140 gr (0.31 lbs) |
Dimensions | 98 x 55 x 26mm (3.9" x 2.2" x 1.0") | 94 x 61 x 23mm (3.7" x 2.4" x 0.9") |
DXO scores | ||
DXO All around 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 | ||
Self timer | Yes (2 or 10 sec) | Yes |
Time lapse feature | ||
Type of storage | SD/SDHC card, Internal | SD/MMC/SDHC card, Internal |
Card slots | Single | Single |
Price at launch | $280 | $93 |