Panasonic ZR3 vs Sony H20
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Panasonic ZR3 vs Sony H20 Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 14MP - 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
- 159g - 98 x 55 x 26mm
- Launched January 2010
- Also Known as Lumix DMC-ZX3
(Full Review)
- 10MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 3" Fixed Screen
- ISO 100 - 3200
- Optical Image Stabilization
- 1280 x 720 video
- 38-380mm (F3.5-4.4) lens
- 250g - 107 x 69 x 47mm
- Introduced May 2009
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Here, we will be reviewing the Panasonic ZR3 versus Sony H20, both Small Sensor Compact digital cameras by rivals Panasonic and Sony. There is a crucial difference between the image resolutions of the ZR3 (14MP) and H20 (10MP) but both cameras provide the identical sensor size (1/2.3").
President Biden pushes bill mandating TikTok sale or banThe ZR3 was manufactured 9 months after the H20 and they are of a similar generation. Both the cameras feature the same body design (Compact).
Before delving right into a in depth comparison, here is a brief view of how the ZR3 grades against the H20 with regard to portability, imaging, features and an overall score.
Photography Glossary Panasonic ZR3 vs Sony H20 Gallery
This is a preview of the gallery images for Panasonic Lumix DMC-ZR3 and Sony Cyber-shot DSC-H20. The entire galleries are provided at Panasonic ZR3 Gallery and Sony H20 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Panasonic ZR3 over the Sony H20
| ZR3 | H20 | |||
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Introduced | January 2010 |  | May 2009 | More modern by 9 months |
Reasons to pick Sony H20 over the Panasonic ZR3
| H20 | ZR3 | |||
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Focus manually |  | Dial accurate focusing | ||
| Screen size | 3" |  | 2.7" | Bigger screen (+0.3") |
Common features in the Panasonic ZR3 and Sony H20
| ZR3 | H20 | |||
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Screen type | Fixed |  | Fixed | Fixed screen |
| Screen resolution | 230k |  | 230k | Identical screen resolution |
| Selfie screen |  | Lack of selfie screen | ||
| Touch screen |  | Neither offers Touch screen |
Panasonic ZR3 vs Sony H20 Physical Comparison
For anyone who is going to carry around your camera frequently, you're going to have to think about its weight and proportions. The Panasonic ZR3 offers external dimensions of 98mm x 55mm x 26mm (3.9" x 2.2" x 1.0") and a weight of 159 grams (0.35 lbs) whilst the Sony H20 has measurements of 107mm x 69mm x 47mm (4.2" x 2.7" x 1.9") having a weight of 250 grams (0.55 lbs).
Take a look at the Panasonic ZR3 versus Sony H20 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 select at the time. Underneath is a front view dimensions comparison of the ZR3 compared to the H20.
Looking at size and weight, the portability grade of the ZR3 and H20 is 94 and 87 respectively.
Panasonic ZR3 vs Sony H20 Sensor Comparison
Often, it can be hard to picture the difference between sensor sizes simply by looking at specifications. The pic underneath may offer you a more clear sense of the sensor sizes in the ZR3 and H20.
To sum up, each of these cameras come with the identical sensor size albeit different MP. You should expect the Panasonic ZR3 to give you more detail due to its extra 4 Megapixels. Higher resolution will also make it easier to crop pictures a good deal more aggressively. The younger ZR3 should have an advantage with regard to sensor tech.
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Panasonic ZR3 vs Sony H20 Specifications
| Panasonic Lumix DMC-ZR3 | Sony Cyber-shot DSC-H20 | |
|---|---|---|
| General Information | ||
| Make | Panasonic | Sony |
| Model type | Panasonic Lumix DMC-ZR3 | Sony Cyber-shot DSC-H20 |
| Otherwise known as | Lumix DMC-ZX3 | - |
| Class | Small Sensor Compact | Small Sensor Compact |
| Launched | 2010-01-26 | 2009-05-14 |
| Body design | Compact | Compact |
| Sensor Information | ||
| Chip | Venus Engine HD II | - |
| 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 | 14MP | 10MP |
| Anti alias filter | ||
| Aspect ratio | 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 | 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 |
| Max resolution | 4320 x 3240 | 3648 x 2736 |
| Max native ISO | 6400 | 3200 |
| Min native ISO | 80 | 100 |
| RAW data | ||
| Autofocusing | ||
| Focus manually | ||
| Touch to focus | ||
| Continuous autofocus | ||
| Single autofocus | ||
| Tracking autofocus | ||
| Autofocus selectice | ||
| Autofocus center weighted | ||
| Autofocus multi area | ||
| Live view autofocus | ||
| Face detect focus | ||
| Contract detect focus | ||
| Phase detect focus | ||
| Total focus points | 11 | 9 |
| Lens | ||
| Lens support | fixed lens | fixed lens |
| Lens zoom range | 25-200mm (8.0x) | 38-380mm (10.0x) |
| Maximal aperture | f/3.3-5.9 | f/3.5-4.4 |
| Macro focusing range | 3cm | 2cm |
| Focal length multiplier | 5.9 | 5.8 |
| Screen | ||
| Range of display | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
| Display size | 2.7" | 3" |
| Display resolution | 230 thousand dot | 230 thousand dot |
| Selfie friendly | ||
| Liveview | ||
| Touch operation | ||
| Viewfinder Information | ||
| Viewfinder type | None | None |
| Features | ||
| Minimum shutter speed | 60 seconds | 30 seconds |
| Fastest shutter speed | 1/1300 seconds | 1/2000 seconds |
| Continuous shutter speed | 2.0 frames per second | 2.0 frames per second |
| Shutter priority | ||
| Aperture priority | ||
| Manual exposure | ||
| Exposure compensation | - | Yes |
| Set white balance | ||
| Image stabilization | ||
| Integrated flash | ||
| Flash distance | 5.30 m | 7.10 m |
| Flash modes | Auto, On, Off, Red-eye, Slow Syncro | Auto, On, Off, Red-Eye reduction, Slow Sync, Front Curtain, Rear Curtain |
| 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 | ||
| Video resolutions | 1280 x 720 (30 fps), 848 x 480 (30 fps), 640 x 480 (30 fps), 320 x 240 (30 fps) | 1280 x 720 (30 fps), 640 x 480 (30 fps) |
| Max video resolution | 1280x720 | 1280x720 |
| Video format | AVCHD Lite | - |
| 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 proofing | ||
| Dust proofing | ||
| Shock proofing | ||
| Crush proofing | ||
| Freeze proofing | ||
| Weight | 159 grams (0.35 lb) | 250 grams (0.55 lb) |
| Physical dimensions | 98 x 55 x 26mm (3.9" x 2.2" x 1.0") | 107 x 69 x 47mm (4.2" x 2.7" x 1.9") |
| DXO scores | ||
| DXO Overall 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 | ||
| Battery ID | - | NP-BG1 |
| Self timer | Yes (2 or 10 sec) | Yes (2 or 10 sec) |
| Time lapse recording | ||
| Type of storage | SD/SDHC/SDXC, Internal | Memory Stick Duo / Pro Duo, Internal |
| Storage slots | One | One |
| Retail cost | $280 | $249 |