Panasonic ZR1 vs Sony H70

Here is a in depth review of the Panasonic ZR1 and Sony H70, both Small Sensor Compact cameras by rivals Panasonic and Sony. There exists a sizeable gap among the resolutions of the ZR1 (12MP) and H70 (16MP) but they come with the same exact sensor measurements (1/2.3").

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The ZR1 was launched 17 months earlier than the H70 which makes the cameras a generation apart from one another. The two cameras offer the identical body type (Compact).

Before getting straight into a complete comparison, below is a simple synopsis of how the ZR1 scores vs the H70 in the way of portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

The following is a preview of the gallery photos for Panasonic Lumix DMC-ZR1 and Sony Cyber-shot DSC-H70. The complete galleries are available at Panasonic ZR1 Gallery and Sony H70 Gallery.

For anybody who is looking to carry your camera often, you'll need to factor its weight and volume. The Panasonic ZR1 features 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 H70 has sizing of 102mm x 58mm x 29mm (4.0" x 2.3" x 1.1") having a weight of 194 grams (0.43 lbs).

Compare the Panasonic ZR1 and Sony H70 in the latest Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Don't forget, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will differ based on the lens you are working with at the time. Following is the front view physical size comparison of the ZR1 versus the H70.

Using dimensions and weight, the portability score of the ZR1 and H70 is 94 and 93 respectively.

Typically, it is very difficult to visualise the contrast in sensor sizing only by looking through technical specs. The photograph below may provide you a far better sense of the sensor sizing in the ZR1 and H70.

As you can tell, the two cameras offer the same exact sensor sizing albeit not the same resolution. You should count on the Sony H70 to result in more detail utilizing its extra 4MP. Higher resolution will help you crop pictures a little more aggressively. The older ZR1 will be behind with regard to sensor tech.