Panasonic ZR1 vs Sony S2100
94 Imaging
34 Features
17 Overall
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93 Imaging
35 Features
17 Overall
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Panasonic ZR1 vs Sony S2100 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
- Launched July 2009
- Alternate Name is Lumix DMC-ZX1
(Full Review)
- 12MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 3" Fixed Screen
- ISO 100 - 3200
- 640 x 480 video
- 33-105mm (F3.1-5.6) lens
- 167g - 98 x 61 x 27mm
- Launched January 2010
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In this write-up, we will be comparing the Panasonic ZR1 vs Sony S2100, both Small Sensor Compact digital cameras by brands Panasonic and Sony. The resolution of the ZR1 (12MP) and the S2100 (12MP) is relatively similar and they possess the same exact sensor size (1/2.3").
Sora from OpenAI releases its first ever music videoThe ZR1 was unveiled 5 months before the S2100 and they are of a similar generation. Each of the cameras offer the identical body type (Compact).
Before going through a full comparison, below is a short summary of how the ZR1 matches up versus the S2100 with respect to portability, imaging, features and an overall score.
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Reasons to pick Panasonic ZR1 over the Sony S2100
| ZR1 | S2100 |
|---|
Reasons to pick Sony S2100 over the Panasonic ZR1
| S2100 | ZR1 | |||
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Screen sizing | 3" |  | 2.7" | Bigger screen (+0.3") |
Common features in the Panasonic ZR1 and Sony S2100
| ZR1 | S2100 | |||
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Launched | July 2009 |  | January 2010 | Similar generation |
| Focus manually |  | No manual focus | ||
| Screen type | Fixed |  | Fixed | Fixed screen |
| Screen resolution | 230k |  | 230k | Exact same screen resolution |
| Selfie screen |  | No selfie screen | ||
| Touch friendly screen |  | Neither contains Touch friendly screen |
Panasonic ZR1 vs Sony S2100 Physical Comparison
For those who are aiming to carry around your camera frequently, you need to take into account its weight and measurements. The Panasonic ZR1 has got external dimensions of 98mm x 55mm x 26mm (3.9" x 2.2" x 1.0") along with a weight of 158 grams (0.35 lbs) while the Sony S2100 has proportions of 98mm x 61mm x 27mm (3.9" x 2.4" x 1.1") having a weight of 167 grams (0.37 lbs).
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Always remember, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will vary based on the lens you are working with during that time. Following is the front view measurement comparison of the ZR1 vs the S2100.
Taking into consideration dimensions and weight, the portability grade of the ZR1 and S2100 is 94 and 93 respectively.
Panasonic ZR1 vs Sony S2100 Sensor Comparison
Quite often, it is very hard to visualise the difference between sensor sizes only by reviewing specs. The image underneath should provide you a better sense of the sensor dimensions in the ZR1 and S2100.
All in all, each of these cameras offer the same exact sensor sizing and the same megapixels and you should expect similar quality of photos although you will want to take the release date of the products into consideration.
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Panasonic ZR1 vs Sony S2100 Specifications
| Panasonic Lumix DMC-ZR1 | Sony Cyber-shot DSC-S2100 | |
|---|---|---|
| General Information | ||
| Brand | Panasonic | Sony |
| Model | Panasonic Lumix DMC-ZR1 | Sony Cyber-shot DSC-S2100 |
| Also called | Lumix DMC-ZX1 | - |
| Type | Small Sensor Compact | Small Sensor Compact |
| Launched | 2009-07-27 | 2010-01-07 |
| Body design | Compact | Compact |
| Sensor Information | ||
| Powered by | Venus Engine V | Bionz |
| 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 surface area | 27.7mm² | 28.1mm² |
| Sensor resolution | 12 megapixels | 12 megapixels |
| Anti aliasing filter | ||
| Aspect ratio | 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 | 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 |
| Full resolution | 4000 x 3000 | 4000 x 3000 |
| Max native ISO | 6400 | 3200 |
| Lowest native ISO | 80 | 100 |
| RAW data | ||
| Autofocusing | ||
| Focus manually | ||
| Autofocus touch | ||
| Continuous autofocus | ||
| Single autofocus | ||
| Tracking autofocus | ||
| Selective autofocus | ||
| Center weighted autofocus | ||
| Autofocus multi area | ||
| Autofocus live view | ||
| Face detect focus | ||
| Contract detect focus | ||
| Phase detect focus | ||
| Number of focus points | 11 | 9 |
| Lens | ||
| Lens mounting type | fixed lens | fixed lens |
| Lens focal range | 25-200mm (8.0x) | 33-105mm (3.2x) |
| Largest aperture | f/3.3-5.9 | f/3.1-5.6 |
| Macro focus distance | 3cm | 5cm |
| Focal length multiplier | 5.9 | 5.8 |
| Screen | ||
| Range of display | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
| Display sizing | 2.7 inch | 3 inch |
| Display resolution | 230 thousand dot | 230 thousand dot |
| Selfie friendly | ||
| Liveview | ||
| Touch friendly | ||
| Viewfinder Information | ||
| Viewfinder | None | None |
| Features | ||
| Slowest shutter speed | 60 seconds | 1 seconds |
| Maximum shutter speed | 1/2000 seconds | 1/1200 seconds |
| Continuous shooting speed | 2.0 frames/s | 1.0 frames/s |
| Shutter priority | ||
| Aperture priority | ||
| Manually set exposure | ||
| Custom white balance | ||
| Image stabilization | ||
| Built-in flash | ||
| Flash range | 5.10 m | 3.30 m |
| Flash options | Auto, On, Off, Red-eye, Slow Sync | Auto, On, Off, Slow syncro |
| External flash | ||
| AE bracketing | ||
| White balance bracketing | ||
| Exposure | ||
| Multisegment | ||
| Average | ||
| Spot | ||
| Partial | ||
| AF area | ||
| Center weighted | ||
| Video features | ||
| 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 fps), 320 x 240 (30 fps) |
| Max video resolution | 1280x720 | 640x480 |
| Video data format | Motion JPEG | Motion JPEG |
| Mic jack | ||
| Headphone jack | ||
| 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 seal | ||
| Water proof | ||
| Dust proof | ||
| Shock proof | ||
| Crush proof | ||
| Freeze proof | ||
| Weight | 158 gr (0.35 lb) | 167 gr (0.37 lb) |
| Dimensions | 98 x 55 x 26mm (3.9" x 2.2" x 1.0") | 98 x 61 x 27mm (3.9" x 2.4" x 1.1") |
| 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 | ||
| Battery model | - | 2 x AA |
| Self timer | Yes (2 or 10 sec) | Yes (2 or 10 sec) |
| Time lapse feature | ||
| Type of storage | SD/SDHC card, Internal | Memory Stick Duo/Pro Duo, optional SD, Internal |
| Storage slots | One | One |
| Retail cost | $280 | $0 |