Panasonic ZR1 vs Sony W810

Let's take a more detailed look at the Panasonic ZR1 versus Sony W810, former is a Small Sensor Compact while the latter is a Ultracompact by competitors Panasonic and Sony. There exists a noticeable gap among the resolutions of the ZR1 (12MP) and W810 (20MP) but both cameras posses the identical sensor size (1/2.3").

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The ZR1 was brought out 5 years earlier than the W810 which is a fairly sizable difference as far as camera technology is concerned. Both of the cameras feature different body design with the Panasonic ZR1 being a Compact camera and the Sony W810 being a Ultracompact camera.

Before we go into a full comparison, here is a short introduction of how the ZR1 scores against the W810 with regards to portability, imaging, features and an overall score.

The following is a preview of the gallery images for Panasonic Lumix DMC-ZR1 & Sony Cyber-shot DSC-W810. The entire galleries are viewable at Panasonic ZR1 Gallery & Sony W810 Gallery.

For anybody who is intending to carry around your camera, you will need to think about its weight and measurements. The Panasonic ZR1 features physical 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) whilst the Sony W810 has proportions of 97mm x 56mm x 21mm (3.8" x 2.2" x 0.8") with a weight of 111 grams (0.24 lbs).

Contrast the Panasonic ZR1 versus Sony W810 in our brand new Camera & Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Do not forget, the weight of an ILC will vary based on the lens you are working with at that time. Underneath is a front view measurement comparison of the ZR1 versus the W810.

Using dimensions and weight, the portability grade of the ZR1 and W810 is 94 and 96 respectively.

Normally, it can be difficult to see the contrast in sensor sizes simply by viewing technical specs. The pic underneath might provide you a more clear sense of the sensor sizes in the ZR1 and W810.

As you can tell, both cameras come with the identical sensor size albeit not the same MP. You can expect the Sony W810 to render more detail having its extra 8MP. Higher resolution will also help you crop shots a good deal more aggressively. The more aged ZR1 will be disadvantaged in sensor innovation.