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By admin, on May 24th, 2016
Take a look at the specification between the on of the best compact camera announced in 2016, our list includes Panasonic ZS100 vs Sony RX100 IV vs Nikon DL 18-50 vs Canon G5X.
We are starting with Panasonic ZS1 camera, the camera also features 1″ sensor , all camera in the list features same size sensor although the sensor makers of all cameras are bit different
Sony RX100 IV is developed by Sony itself, it uses stacked CMOS technology to give more details and less noise compared to competitors the same sensor is also used inside the Sony RX10 III camera. The Canon G3X uses same sensor as of Sony RX100 III camera, the Nikon is best of all and is used Nikon j5 sensor inside the Nikon DL series camera, the Nikon DL 18-50mm is the only camera in the list that supports hybrid Auto Focus none of the camera till now features Hybrid AF system.
4K Post Focus photo capture features enables you to shoot first and focus later facility just as Lytro camera, no such feature available in any of the competitors.
Panasonic ZS1 vs Sony RX100 MIV
| Features/ Models |
Panasonic ZS1 |
Sony RX100 MIV |
| Megapixel |
20.1 Megapixel |
20.1 MP |
| Sensor size |
1″ BSI-CMOS Sensor |
1″ BSI-CMOS Sensor |
| Low pass filter |
NA |
Yes |
| Image processor |
Venus Engine Image Processor |
BIONZ X |
| Image Stabilization |
5-Axis Hybrid O.I.S. |
Optical SteadyShot |
| Optical Zoom |
10X |
2.9X |
| AF system |
Contrast Based |
Contrast Based |
| ISO |
80-25600 |
80-12800 |
| Shutter Min/ mix |
60-1/16000s |
30-1/16000s |
| Continuous shooting speed |
50 fps |
16 fps |
| Video |
4K 30fps |
4K 30fps |
| Display |
3.0″ LCD Rear Touch Screen (1,040,000 pixels) |
3″ Tilting Screen |
| Viewfinder |
1166k dot Electronic viewfinder |
2359k dot Electronic viewfinder |
| Battery Life |
300 shots |
|
| Wireless |
Built-In Wi-Fi |
Built-In Wi-Fi Connectivity with NFC |
| Environmentally sealed |
No |
No |
| Dimensions |
312g. 111 x 65 x 44 mm |
101.6 x 61.0 x 40.6 mm |
Panasonic ZS100 vs Sony RX100 IV, many photographers ask the same question which camera should I purchase ? RX100 IV or ZS1… so I am here to do a quick analysis for you. The Sony
Both the camera uses same size sensor however the ISO range of Sony is less compared to Panasonic, that clearly means Panasonic will give you better low-light performance compared to Sony RX100 IV.
Panasonic features better image stabilization compared to Sony RX100 N IV camera, the Panasonic comes with a 5 axis image stabilization system whereas the Sony RX100 IV limited to optical steady shot IS only.
Panasonic features blazing fast shooting speed compared to Sony. Panasonic ZS1 can capture 50 frames per second on the other hand the Sony last up to 16 fps only.
Known issues: Sony RX100 MI V overheating issue reported while recording 4K video, the issue can be solved by adding heat sink plates to the sensor
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Panasonic ZS1 vs Nikon DL 18-50
| Features/ Models |
Panasonic ZS1 |
Nikon DL 18-50 |
| Megapixel |
20.1 Megapixel |
20.8MP |
| Sensor size |
1″ BSI-CMOS Sensor |
1″ CX-Format BSI CMOS Sensor |
| Low pass filter |
NA |
No |
| Image processor |
Venus Engine Image Processor |
EXPEED 6A |
| Image Stabilization |
5-Axis Hybrid O.I.S. |
Dual Detect VR |
| Optical Zoom |
10X |
|
| AF system |
Contrast Based |
Hybrid AF System with 171 Focus Points |
| ISO |
80-25600 |
160-12800 |
| Shutter Min/ mix |
60-1/16000s |
30- 1/16000 |
| Continuous shooting speed |
50 fps |
60fps |
| Video |
4K 30fps |
4K 30fps |
| Display |
3.0″ LCD Rear Touch Screen (1,040,000 pixels) |
3″ Tilting Screen |
| Viewfinder |
1166k dot Electronic viewfinder |
Electronic |
| Battery Life |
300 shots |
290 shots |
| Wireless |
Built-In Wi-Fi |
Wi-Fi, NFC, & Bluetooth Connectivity |
| Environmentally sealed |
No |
No |
| Dimensions |
312g. 111 x 65 x 44 mm |
106.0 x 63.0 x 57.5 mm |
Nikon DL 18-50mm is the only camera with 1″ sensor that features Hybrid AF system, hence un-doublty the DL will do fastest AF among all the other compact camera of its range.
On the other side we have Panasonic SZ1 camera that features bit better ISO range, more shutter speed and better image stabilization system.
At the end if we look at the specification comparison table we see Panasonic ZS1 more good compared to the Nikon DL 18-50, however if you need more fast AF you must go with Nikon DL 18-50.
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Panasonic ZS1 vs Canon G3X
| Features/ Models |
Panasonic ZS1 |
Canon G5X |
| Megapixel |
20.1 Megapixel |
20MP |
| Sensor size |
1″ BSI-CMOS Sensor |
1″ BSI-CMOS Sensor |
| Low pass filter |
NA |
Yes |
| Optical Zoom |
10X |
4.2X |
| Image processor |
Venus Engine Image Processor |
DIGIC 6 Image Processor |
| Image Stabilization |
5-Axis Hybrid O.I.S. |
Optical |
| AF system |
Contrast Based |
Contrast based |
| ISO |
80-25600 |
125 – 12800 |
| Shutter Min/ mix |
60-1/16000s |
30-1/2000 |
| Continuous shooting speed |
50 fps |
5.9 fps |
| Video |
4K 30fps |
1920 x 1080 video resolution |
| Display |
3.0″ LCD Rear Touch Screen (1,040,000 pixels) |
3″ Fully Articulated Screen |
| Viewfinder |
1166k dot Electronic viewfinder |
2360k dot Electronic viewfinder |
| Battery Life |
300 shots |
210 shots |
| Wireless |
Built-In Wi-Fi |
Built-In Wi-Fi Connectivity with NFC |
| Environmentally sealed |
No |
No |
| Dimensions |
312g. 111 x 65 x 44 mm |
353g. 112 x 76 x 44 mm |
Panasonic ZS1 vs Canon G3X. The Canon G3X features same sensor size and resolution as of Panasonic ZS1 although we have a lot of difference among them.
The Pansonic ZS1 features better image stabilization system compared to Canon G3X camera, the 5 axis based Image stabilization system helps to combat camera shakes and manage slower shutter speed upto 4.5 stops.
The ISO range of the the camera is better than Canon G5X, the Panasonic ZS1 features ISO range upto 25600 on the other hand the Canon G5X camera is limited to 12800.
The biggest advantage of Panasonic ZS100 is that it can shoot 4K video at 30fps on the other hand the Canon G3X remains limited to shooting Full HD videos only.
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By Vashistha, on May 17th, 2016
According to a latest patent surfaced over the web Panasonic is working on 12-100mm lens. As we all know Panasonic already have 12-35mm lens but that 12 to 35 mm lens features constant aperture throughout the zoom range on the other hand the latest document suggest that lens will arrive with a variable aperture from 4.0 to 5.8.
I was expecting a better and fixed aperture based pro kit zoom lens from Panasonic, but I am disappointed after reading the patent document, the the 12-100mm range is excellent but the starting aperture of the lens is 4.0 which is not acceptable at all.
Panasonic says – the present disclosure provides a compact and lightweight zoom lens system having a short overall length of lens system as well as excellent optical performance.
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By admin, on May 3rd, 2016
 According to latest rumors the upcoming Panasonic GH5 / GH6 camera is coming with Sony made sensor, according to the tipster of 43rumor the Sony 18mm X 13mm M43 sensor will be used in the upcoming GH5 camera. take a look what the tipster said
Sony has an 18.9mm*13mm M43 sensor designed for Panasonic that could be used in GH5. Very high-end, 24 channel super fast readout speed that BIONZX could not keep up with. Only Panasonic can fully unleash the potential of this chip right now.
It clearly means that GH5 is coming with a superior sensor and ultra-fast image processor. The camera is set to arrive on Photokina 2016.
A look back: We have told you earlier Panasonic GH6 / GH5 will arrive with a option to record 6K video we have also published earlier that Panasonic is working on next generation of image processors to support 6k and 8K video modes.
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By admin, on May 1st, 2016
 Sony RX10 III vs. Panasonic FZ1000 – Both camera features same resolution and same size however the sensor architecture both the camera completely different, take a look at the specification comparison review below for more details
| Features/ Models |
Sony RX10 III |
Panasonic FZ1000
|
| Megapixel |
20 megapixels |
20 Megapixel CMOS Sensor |
| Sensor size |
1″ (13.2 x 8.8 mm) |
1″ (13.2 x 8.8 mm) |
| Low pass filter |
No |
No |
| Optical Zoom |
25X |
16X |
| Aperture Range |
F2.8 – 4.0 |
F2.8 – 4.0 |
| Macro Range |
3 cm |
3 Cm |
| Image processor |
Bionz X |
Venus Engine |
| Image Stabilization |
Optical IS |
5-axis |
| AF system |
Contrast Detect |
Contrast Detect / DFD |
| AF Points |
25 AF points |
49 AF points |
| ISO |
Auto, 125 – 12800 (expands to 64-25600) |
Auto, 125-12800 (expands to 80-25600) |
| Shutter Min/ mix |
30-1/32000 |
30-1/16000 |
| Continuous shooting speed |
14 fps |
12fps |
| Video |
4K @ 30fps |
4K @ 30fps |
| Display |
3.0″ 1.228m-Dot Tilting Xtra Fine LCD |
3.0″ 921k-Dot Free-Angle LCD Monitor |
| Viewfinder |
Electronic (100%) |
Electronic (100%) |
| Hot shoe |
Yes |
Yes |
| Wireless |
WiFi and NFC |
WiFi and NFC |
| Battery life |
420 shots |
360 shots |
| Dimensions |
133 x 94 x 127 mm |
137 x 99 x 131 mm |
| Weight |
1051 g g |
831 g |
The newly announced Sony RX100 features unique stacked structure with a back-illuminated design for superior low-light performance, the newly designed sensor also incorporates a dedicated DRAM chip on the back of the sensor and this results super fast processng speed as well as enhanced signal capacity for faster readouts.
The Lumix FZ1000 camera doesn’t carry stacked CMOS design or DRAM chip on the back of sensor, but even after that the FZ1000 is capable to give excellent ISO range as well as shooting speed.
Best Low light performer – Sony RX10 III vs. Panasonic FZ1000
The ISO speed of both the camera is same and as well as the aperture range of both the camera is excatly same, so based on specification sheet we are unable to tell you the truth until we see a High ISO test between these two big sensor superzoom camera.
Best Zoom Camera?
Sony RX10 III is undoubtedly is better if we compare the lens of both the camera. The Sony RX10 III offers 25X optical zoom lens on the other side the Panasonic FZ1000 remains limited to 16X only. Despite of having more zoom lens the Sony RX10 III camera features same Aperture range compared to FZ1000 camera (F2.8 – F4.0).
Both camera features excellent image stabilization inside them, Sony claims that RX10 III helps to minimize the appearance of camera shake up to 4.5 stops on the other side we have Hybrid O.I.S that also very effective while shooting handheld telephoto images.
Auto-Focus
Sony RX10 III features 25 AF points and FZ1000 features 49 AF points, Panasonic claims that FZ1000 camera features DFD AF system same as of pro Mirrorless series camera. It’s very clear from the specification of the camera that FZ1000 carry a dedicated hardware system for AutoFocusing and does fast AF compared to traditional contrast based AF systems of the camera. Panasonic FZ1000 covers more AF screen and features fast auto-focusing system compared to RX10 III. Although the RX10 III features fast continuous shooting speed compared to FZ1000.
Video – Sony is better
Both camera offers 4K video recording at 30 fps.
Sony utilizes full-pixel readout while capturing 4K or Full HD video. No such deatils available form Panasonic about the FZ1000 camera.
Sony RX10 III offers 4K at 30 fps and Full HD at 120 fps. The Sony RX10 III also offers recording in XAVC S format, which is contained within an MP4 wrapper. Gamma controls are also available to increase the dynamic range of the sensor, the camera also offers to use S-Log2 Gamma Curve that is found on high end Sony Cinema cameras that squeezes up to 1300% more dynamic range.
Panasonic FZ1000 also features 4K video recording at 30fps but the Full HD recording remains limited to 60fps only. The camera does offer 4K video recording MP4 format and Full HD in AVCHD format.
Sony RX10 III vs. Panasonic FZ1000 – HIGH ISO TEST
Take a look between the High ISO test of both the camera
 Both camera showing excellent amount of details at base ISO
 ISO 3200 images from both the camera is useless
 The ISO 12800 can be only used for test purpose, however Panasonic FZ1000 showing wired images with color bleeding problem.
Verdict:
Sony RX10 III offers Better + More zoom lens compared to FZ1000 as well as bit better video mode, from the ISO test we don’t see any big difference in the image quality of both the camera, however Sony RX10 III is performing bit better.
But price difference too big and you can buy two FZ1000 in price of one RX10 III camera.
Buy Sony RX10 III if you want more zoom lens and bit better video mode otherwise we recommend you to but FZ1000 @ 697 only, Panasonic FZ1000 a prefect balance of price and features.
Price
Sony RX10 III – $ 1498 available at Amazon | B&H
Sony FZ1000 – $697 available Amazon | B&H
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By admin, on April 9th, 2016
According to information coming from unofficial sources Panasonic representatives denied the possibilities if entering into the fullframe mirrorless market. Just few day’s ago we have reported that Olympus is preparing to enter in fullframe mirrorless market gain more market share.
The Main parts of the interview are
Q: Any possibility for multi-aspect again?
A: We didn’t gave the multi-aspect up yet. That said, we’re considering it with the market flows.
Q: Did GM line go away?
A: In Europe we’re successful with GH, G and GX, while we’re most profitable with GF in Asia. GM sales didn’t came up to our expectations, so we’re adjusting the timing for release.
Q: Is it possible to improve AF performance on 4K/30p technologically?
A: It’s possible.
Q: Then is it possible as well on GX8, G7 via firmware upgrade?
A: We’re considering. As processor-image processing engine- allows we’ll find the way out.
Q: What’s going on the organic sensors?
A: We’re on the way of development. That’s all I know for now, and I hope the sensor to come in M4/3 as well.
Q: UHD goes to 8K in the end. Can we have the 8K on M4/3 sensors?
A: Personally I expect the M4/3 sensor allows 24MP at maximum. I doubt if M4/3 sensor could offer more than that MPs considering pixel density matter.
Q: Then we should have an organic sensor as a prior condition for 8K, right?
A: (Smiling)I think so. Yet I have nothing to say about organic sensors.
Q: How about GH5?
A: My apologies, but I’m not allowed to tell anything of it. We’re on the development.
Q: Would FF ever comes from Panasonic?
A: We’re not considering FF. The beauty of M4/3 is its compactness and we’re maximizing its value in that regard.
Q: Any comments for tiny grainy noises?
A: It’s all about sensor density, so I can’t say if it would get improvements soon. We’re taking it into our account as well.
The above is what OP presented. I found some additional informations on comments section. It looks like from another participant of the (same) meeting.
Q: Does panasonic have any plan for retro-designed cameras like X100 or PEN-F?
A: We don’t.
Q: Would every forthcoming cameras have 4K? If they would, then do they have same 4K features?
A: I expect they’ll do have 4K all, yet I’m not sure if their features and performance would be same.
Q: Could existing models like GF7 acquire 4K via firmware update?
A: I doubt it Processor-wise.
BTW Olympus is interested in making fullframe camera – More Confirmation: Olympus Working on a Fullframe Mirrorless Camera
via – 43rumors
By admin, on April 5th, 2016
The first Sharpness test of Panasonic GX80 / 85 is now out. Photographer Wasabi Bob shared first few clicks captured from the Panasonic GX80 camera. According to Panasonic the recently announced GX80 camera has 10% more resolving power than any other Panasonic camera till date due to the absence of low-pass filter.
Panasonic GX80 Sample Image 1
 image credit – Wasabi Bob Now take a look at the test shots below
 image credit – Wasabi Bob AT 100% crop of the flower, the image is showing decent amount of details. Take a look at one more image below
Panasonic GX80 Sample Image 2
Panasonic GX80 undoubtedly showing more details at 100%, take a look at the cropped portion of the image.
 image credit – Wasabi Bob The camera really give excellent details when viewed at 100%.
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By admin, on April 5th, 2016
We have published the leaked images of the camera few days ago, the GX80 is the first camera in Panasonic camp that doesn’t carry low-pass filter inside it, hence user will see fine details images even when viewed at 100%. Take a look at the full specification of the camera below
Panasonic GX80 Full Specification
– Sensor is effective 16 million pixels
– Low-pass-less (resolving power is 10% improvement)
– Ultrasonic Dust Reduction
– 5-axis camera shake correction (sensor shift method). Dual camera shake correction of the 2-axis camera shake correction in the lens
– Camera shake correction operation is also in the video
– Video is 4K / 30p 100Mbps. Full HD / 60p 28Mbps
– Recording time: when the rear monitor used in the 4K / 30p is about 80 minutes. EVF when using about 70 minutes
– Wi-Fi built-in
– EVF is 2.76 million dots. Magnification 1.39x (35mm equivalent 0.7x). Eye point is 17.5mm
– Eye sensor
– AF the contrast AF. DFD technology adoption
– 1728 zone multi-pattern metering (EV0-18)
– ISO200-25600 (extension ISO100)
– Shutter speed is 60 seconds -1/4000 seconds. Electronic shutter 1 sec -1/16000 seconds
– Synchro speed is 1/160 seconds
– In the camera RAW development
– LCD monitor three inches 1.04 million dots. Tilting. Touch panel
– Continuous (mechanical shutter): 8 frames / sec in the AFS, 6 frames / second in the AFC
– Continuous (electronic shutter): AFS at 10 frames / second, 6 frames second in the AFC
– The number of pictures on the 13 copies in RAW, more than 100 sheets in the JPEG (depending on the card speed and image size)
– 4K Photo mode, 4K burst, 4K pre-burst
– 4K post focus mode
– Built-in flash. Guide number 4.2 (ISO100)
– USB terminal. HDMI terminal (type D). External microphone terminal
– 290 sheets battery life in the time of monitor use. EVF 270 sheets at the time of use
– The size of 122 x 70.6 x 43.9mm
– It weighs 426 grams (SD card, with battery). 383 g (body only)
Panasonic GX80 is coming with excellent core specification, the camera will features 5-axis image stabilization and also supports DUAL IS (lens + sensor based IS system) and the image stabilization system also works in Video mode. Max 4k video recording time is also noticeable, you can record 80min 4K video without any break . The camera also arrived with DFD AF that will help you to lock AF in just 0.07 sec.
The camera will arrive on April 5, stay with us and we will update you as soon as we get any more information.
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