Panasonic ZR1 vs Sony A560

Here is a comprehensive analysis of the Panasonic ZR1 versus Sony A560, one being a Small Sensor Compact and the latter is a Entry-Level DSLR by manufacturers Panasonic and Sony. The image resolution of the ZR1 (12MP) and the A560 (14MP) is relatively comparable but the ZR1 (1/2.3") and A560 (APS-C) possess different sensor measurements.

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The ZR1 was brought out 13 months earlier than the A560 which makes the cameras a generation apart from each other. Each of the cameras offer different body type with the Panasonic ZR1 being a Compact camera and the Sony A560 being a Compact SLR camera.

Before going through a in-depth comparison, below is a simple view of how the ZR1 matches up vs the A560 when it comes to portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

Below is a preview of the gallery photos for Panasonic Lumix DMC-ZR1 and Sony Alpha DSLR-A560. The entire galleries are provided at Panasonic ZR1 Gallery and Sony A560 Gallery.

For those who are aiming to carry your camera, you should consider its weight and measurements. The Panasonic ZR1 features outside dimensions 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 Sony A560 has proportions of 137mm x 104mm x 84mm (5.4" x 4.1" x 3.3") accompanied by a weight of 599 grams (1.32 lbs).

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Remember, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will differ dependant on the lens you are working with at that moment. Below is the front view overall size comparison of the ZR1 versus the A560.

Using size and weight, the portability rating of the ZR1 and A560 is 94 and 64 respectively.

Usually, its tough to imagine the difference in sensor sizing just by going through a spec sheet. The photograph underneath will help offer you a more clear sense of the sensor dimensions in the ZR1 and A560.

As you can see, both of the cameras offer different resolutions and different sensor sizing. The ZR1 featuring a smaller sensor is going to make shooting bokeh more difficult and the Sony A560 will provide greater detail having its extra 2MP. Higher resolution will let you crop photographs a little more aggressively. The older ZR1 will be behind with regard to sensor innovation.