Panasonic ZS1 vs Sony H70
91 Imaging
33 Features
25 Overall
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93 Imaging
39 Features
31 Overall
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Panasonic ZS1 vs Sony H70 Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 10MP - 1/2.5" Sensor
- 2.7" Fixed Display
- ISO 100 - 6400
- Optical Image Stabilization
- 640 x 480 video
- 25-300mm (F3.3-4.9) lens
- 229g - 103 x 60 x 33mm
- Released May 2009
- Also referred to as Lumix DMC-TZ6
(Full Review)
- 16MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 3" Fixed Screen
- ISO 80 - 3200
- Optical Image Stabilization
- 1280 x 720 video
- 25-250mm (F3.5-5.5) lens
- 194g - 102 x 58 x 29mm
- Announced January 2011
Panasonic ZS1 vs Sony H70 Overview
In this write-up, we will be looking at the Panasonic ZS1 and Sony H70, one is a Small Sensor Superzoom and the latter is a Small Sensor Compact by manufacturers Panasonic and Sony. There is a big difference between the image resolutions of the ZS1 (10MP) and H70 (16MP) and the ZS1 (1/2.5") and H70 (1/2.3") come with different sensor measurements.
Snapchat Adds Watermarks to AI-Created ImagesThe ZS1 was revealed 20 months earlier than the H70 which makes the cameras a generation away from each other. Both of the cameras offer the identical body type (Compact).
Before delving in to a comprehensive comparison, below is a simple overview of how the ZS1 matches up against the H70 when considering portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.
Panasonic ZS1 vs Sony H70 Gallery
The following is a preview of the gallery photos for Panasonic Lumix DMC-ZS1 and Sony Cyber-shot DSC-H70. The full galleries are viewable at Panasonic ZS1 Gallery and Sony H70 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Panasonic ZS1 over the Sony H70
ZS1 | H70 |
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Reasons to pick Sony H70 over the Panasonic ZS1
H70 | ZS1 | |||
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Announced | January 2011 | May 2009 | Newer by 20 months | |
Screen sizing | 3" | 2.7" | Bigger screen (+0.3") |
Common features in the Panasonic ZS1 and Sony H70
ZS1 | H70 | |||
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Manual focus | Lack of manual focus | |||
Screen type | Fixed | Fixed | Fixed screen | |
Screen resolution | 230k | 230k | Same screen resolution | |
Selfie screen | Lack of selfie screen | |||
Touch screen | Neither contains Touch screen |
Panasonic ZS1 vs Sony H70 Physical Comparison
In case you're aiming to travel with your camera frequently, you'll need to factor in its weight and proportions. The Panasonic ZS1 has got exterior measurements of 103mm x 60mm x 33mm (4.1" x 2.4" x 1.3") with a weight of 229 grams (0.50 lbs) and the Sony H70 has measurements of 102mm x 58mm x 29mm (4.0" x 2.3" x 1.1") with a weight of 194 grams (0.43 lbs).
Look at the Panasonic ZS1 and Sony H70 in the new Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.Keep in mind, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will differ dependant on the lens you are employing at the time. Following is the front view physical size comparison of the ZS1 and the H70.
Factoring in size and weight, the portability score of the ZS1 and H70 is 91 and 93 respectively.
Panasonic ZS1 vs Sony H70 Sensor Comparison
Oftentimes, it can be tough to visualize the contrast between sensor dimensions simply by reviewing specifications. The picture here might provide you a better sense of the sensor sizing in the ZS1 and H70.
Plainly, both cameras offer different megapixel count and different sensor dimensions. The ZS1 with its tinier sensor is going to make shooting shallower DOF more challenging and the Sony H70 will offer greater detail because of its extra 6 Megapixels. Higher resolution will enable you to crop shots a little more aggressively. The more aged ZS1 is going to be disadvantaged when it comes to sensor tech.
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Panasonic ZS1 vs Sony H70 Specifications
Panasonic Lumix DMC-ZS1 | Sony Cyber-shot DSC-H70 | |
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General Information | ||
Manufacturer | Panasonic | Sony |
Model | Panasonic Lumix DMC-ZS1 | Sony Cyber-shot DSC-H70 |
Also called as | Lumix DMC-TZ6 | - |
Type | Small Sensor Superzoom | Small Sensor Compact |
Released | 2009-05-14 | 2011-01-06 |
Body design | Compact | Compact |
Sensor Information | ||
Processor Chip | - | BIONZ |
Sensor type | CCD | CCD |
Sensor size | 1/2.5" | 1/2.3" |
Sensor dimensions | 5.744 x 4.308mm | 6.17 x 4.55mm |
Sensor area | 24.7mm² | 28.1mm² |
Sensor resolution | 10 megapixel | 16 megapixel |
Anti aliasing filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 16:9, 4:3 and 3:2 | 4:3 and 16:9 |
Highest Possible resolution | 3648 x 2736 | 4608 x 3456 |
Maximum native ISO | 6400 | 3200 |
Min native ISO | 100 | 80 |
RAW images | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Manual focus | ||
AF touch | ||
AF continuous | ||
Single AF | ||
AF tracking | ||
Selective AF | ||
Center weighted AF | ||
Multi area AF | ||
AF live view | ||
Face detect AF | ||
Contract detect AF | ||
Phase detect AF | ||
Number of focus points | 11 | 9 |
Lens | ||
Lens mount | fixed lens | fixed lens |
Lens focal range | 25-300mm (12.0x) | 25-250mm (10.0x) |
Highest aperture | f/3.3-4.9 | f/3.5-5.5 |
Macro focus range | 3cm | 5cm |
Focal length multiplier | 6.3 | 5.8 |
Screen | ||
Display type | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
Display size | 2.7 inch | 3 inch |
Display resolution | 230 thousand dot | 230 thousand dot |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch function | ||
Display technology | - | Clear Photo LCD |
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder | None | None |
Features | ||
Minimum shutter speed | 60s | 30s |
Fastest shutter speed | 1/2000s | 1/1600s |
Continuous shutter speed | 3.0 frames per second | 1.0 frames per second |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Manually set exposure | ||
Change WB | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Built-in flash | ||
Flash range | 5.30 m (Auto ISO) | 3.60 m |
Flash settings | Auto, On, Off, Red-Eye reduction, Slow Sync | Auto, On, Off, Slow Sync |
Hot shoe | ||
AEB | ||
WB bracketing | ||
Exposure | ||
Multisegment metering | ||
Average metering | ||
Spot metering | ||
Partial metering | ||
AF area metering | ||
Center weighted metering | ||
Video features | ||
Video resolutions | 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) |
Maximum video resolution | 640x480 | 1280x720 |
Video file format | Motion JPEG | MPEG-4 |
Mic input | ||
Headphone input | ||
Connectivity | ||
Wireless | None | Eye-Fi Connected |
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 | 229 gr (0.50 lbs) | 194 gr (0.43 lbs) |
Dimensions | 103 x 60 x 33mm (4.1" x 2.4" x 1.3") | 102 x 58 x 29mm (4.0" x 2.3" x 1.1") |
DXO scores | ||
DXO Overall 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 | - | NP-BG1 |
Self timer | Yes (2 or 10 sec) | Yes (2 or 10 sec, Portrait 1/2) |
Time lapse shooting | ||
Type of storage | SD/MMC/SDHC card, Internal | SD/SDHC/SDXC/Memory Stick Duo/Memory Stick Pro Duo, Memory Stick Pro-HG Duo |
Storage slots | One | One |
Retail price | $0 | $199 |