Panasonic ZR1 vs Sony G3
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Panasonic ZR1 vs Sony G3 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
- Launched July 2009
- Additionally Known as Lumix DMC-ZX1
(Full Review)
- 10MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 3.5" Fixed Display
- ISO 80 - 3200
- Optical Image Stabilization
- 640 x 480 video
- 35-140mm (F3.5-10.0) lens
- 185g - 97 x 59 x 22mm
- Released January 2009
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Lets look more in depth at the Panasonic ZR1 vs Sony G3, both Small Sensor Compact cameras by manufacturers Panasonic and Sony. The resolution of the ZR1 (12MP) and the G3 (10MP) is fairly comparable and both cameras have the same sensor sizing (1/2.3").
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Before getting into a full comparison, here is a short synopsis of how the ZR1 grades versus the G3 in relation to portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.
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Reasons to pick Panasonic ZR1 over the Sony G3
| ZR1 | G3 | |||
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Released | July 2009 |  | January 2009 | Newer by 7 months |
Reasons to pick Sony G3 over the Panasonic ZR1
| G3 | ZR1 | |||
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Manual focus |  | Very precise focus | ||
| Display dimensions | 3.5" |  | 2.7" | Larger display (+0.8") |
| Display resolution | 921k |  | 230k | Clearer display (+691k dot) |
| Touch display |  | Easily navigate |
Common features in the Panasonic ZR1 and Sony G3
| ZR1 | G3 | |||
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Display type | Fixed |  | Fixed | Fixed display |
| Selfie screen |  | Absent selfie screen |
Panasonic ZR1 vs Sony G3 Physical Comparison
If you are aiming to travel with your camera, you will have to factor in its weight and size. The Panasonic ZR1 has got exterior dimensions of 98mm x 55mm x 26mm (3.9" x 2.2" x 1.0") accompanied by a weight of 158 grams (0.35 lbs) and the Sony G3 has specifications of 97mm x 59mm x 22mm (3.8" x 2.3" x 0.9") and a weight of 185 grams (0.41 lbs).
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Remember, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will vary based on the lens you have chosen during that time. Underneath is a front view measurement comparison of the ZR1 compared to the G3.
Considering dimensions and weight, the portability grade of the ZR1 and G3 is 94 and 94 respectively.
Panasonic ZR1 vs Sony G3 Sensor Comparison
Typically, its hard to visualise the contrast in sensor dimensions only by seeing technical specs. The picture underneath will help provide you a better sense of the sensor sizes in the ZR1 and G3.
As you can tell, both of the cameras provide the same sensor dimensions but not the same megapixels. You should anticipate the Panasonic ZR1 to produce greater detail with its extra 2 Megapixels. Greater resolution will allow you to crop pics more aggressively. The fresher ZR1 is going to have a benefit when it comes to sensor innovation.
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Panasonic ZR1 vs Sony G3 Specifications
| Panasonic Lumix DMC-ZR1 | Sony Cyber-shot DSC-G3 | |
|---|---|---|
| General Information | ||
| Company | Panasonic | Sony |
| Model type | Panasonic Lumix DMC-ZR1 | Sony Cyber-shot DSC-G3 |
| Otherwise known as | Lumix DMC-ZX1 | - |
| Type | Small Sensor Compact | Small Sensor Compact |
| Launched | 2009-07-27 | 2009-01-08 |
| Physical type | Compact | Compact |
| Sensor Information | ||
| Chip | Venus Engine V | - |
| Sensor type | CCD | CCD |
| Sensor size | 1/2.3" | 1/2.3" |
| Sensor dimensions | 6.08 x 4.56mm | 6.17 x 4.55mm |
| Sensor area | 27.7mm² | 28.1mm² |
| Sensor resolution | 12 megapixels | 10 megapixels |
| Anti alias filter | ||
| Aspect ratio | 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 | 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 |
| Full resolution | 4000 x 3000 | 3648 x 2736 |
| Max native ISO | 6400 | 3200 |
| Min native ISO | 80 | 80 |
| RAW format | ||
| Autofocusing | ||
| Manual focusing | ||
| AF touch | ||
| Continuous AF | ||
| AF single | ||
| AF tracking | ||
| Selective AF | ||
| Center weighted AF | ||
| AF multi area | ||
| AF live view | ||
| Face detection focusing | ||
| Contract detection focusing | ||
| Phase detection focusing | ||
| Total focus points | 11 | 9 |
| Lens | ||
| Lens mount type | fixed lens | fixed lens |
| Lens zoom range | 25-200mm (8.0x) | 35-140mm (4.0x) |
| Max aperture | f/3.3-5.9 | f/3.5-10.0 |
| Macro focusing range | 3cm | - |
| Focal length multiplier | 5.9 | 5.8 |
| Screen | ||
| Screen type | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
| Screen size | 2.7" | 3.5" |
| Resolution of screen | 230k dots | 921k dots |
| Selfie friendly | ||
| Liveview | ||
| Touch functionality | ||
| Viewfinder Information | ||
| Viewfinder | None | None |
| Features | ||
| Slowest shutter speed | 60s | 1s |
| Maximum shutter speed | 1/2000s | 1/1000s |
| Continuous shooting rate | 2.0 frames/s | 2.0 frames/s |
| Shutter priority | ||
| Aperture priority | ||
| Manual mode | ||
| Custom WB | ||
| Image stabilization | ||
| Integrated flash | ||
| Flash distance | 5.10 m | 4.30 m (Auto ISO) |
| Flash modes | Auto, On, Off, Red-eye, Slow Sync | Auto, On, Off, Red-Eye reduction, Slow Sync |
| External flash | ||
| Auto exposure bracketing | ||
| White balance 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) | 640 x 480 (30, 15 fps), 320 x 240 (30, 15 fps) |
| Max video resolution | 1280x720 | 640x480 |
| Video data format | Motion JPEG | Motion JPEG |
| Mic 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 proofing | ||
| Dust proofing | ||
| Shock proofing | ||
| Crush proofing | ||
| Freeze proofing | ||
| Weight | 158 gr (0.35 lbs) | 185 gr (0.41 lbs) |
| Physical dimensions | 98 x 55 x 26mm (3.9" x 2.2" x 1.0") | 97 x 59 x 22mm (3.8" x 2.3" x 0.9") |
| 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 recording | ||
| Storage type | SD/SDHC card, Internal | Memory Stick Duo/Pro Duo, Internal |
| Card slots | One | One |
| Launch price | $280 | $200 |