Panasonic ZR1 vs Sony H400

In this write-up, we will be analyzing the Panasonic ZR1 vs Sony H400, one is a Small Sensor Compact and the latter is a Small Sensor Superzoom by manufacturers Panasonic and Sony. There exists a significant gap between the resolutions of the ZR1 (12MP) and H400 (20MP) but they possess the same exact sensor sizing (1/2.3").

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The ZR1 was unveiled 5 years earlier than the H400 which is quite a sizable gap as far as technology is concerned. Each of the cameras offer different body type with the Panasonic ZR1 being a Compact camera and the Sony H400 being a SLR-like (bridge) camera.

Before going through a more detailed comparison, below is a concise view of how the ZR1 matches up vs the H400 when it comes to portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.

Here is a preview of the gallery images for Panasonic Lumix DMC-ZR1 and Sony Cyber-shot DSC-H400. The full galleries are provided at Panasonic ZR1 Gallery and Sony H400 Gallery.

For anyone who is intending to travel with your camera frequently, you'll need to factor its weight and dimensions. The Panasonic ZR1 has got external 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 Sony H400 has dimensions of 130mm x 95mm x 122mm (5.1" x 3.7" x 4.8") along with a weight of 628 grams (1.38 lbs).

Take a look at the Panasonic ZR1 vs Sony H400 in the new Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Bear in mind, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will change dependant on the lens you use at the time. Underneath is the front view physical size comparison of the ZR1 against the H400.

Taking into consideration dimensions and weight, the portability rating of the ZR1 and H400 is 94 and 62 respectively.

Normally, its difficult to imagine the gap between sensor dimensions merely by reading through specifications. The image below will provide you a greater sense of the sensor sizing in the ZR1 and H400.

To sum up, both of these cameras offer the same exact sensor sizing albeit different resolution. You should expect the Sony H400 to give more detail having an extra 8 Megapixels. Higher resolution will help you crop pictures a little more aggressively. The more aged ZR1 is going to be behind with regard to sensor innovation.