Olympus E-5 vs Olympus 1s

Let's take a more detailed look at the Olympus E-5 and Olympus 1s, one is a Advanced DSLR and the other is a Small Sensor Superzoom and both are manufactured by Olympus. The image resolution of the E-5 (12MP) and the 1s (12MP) is very well matched but the E-5 (Four Thirds) and 1s (1/1.7") boast different sensor sizes.

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The E-5 was released 5 years before the 1s which is quite a significant gap as far as technology is concerned. The two cameras feature different body design with the Olympus E-5 being a Mid-size SLR camera and the Olympus 1s being a SLR-like (bridge) camera.

Before delving straight to a in-depth comparison, here is a simple view of how the E-5 matches up vs the 1s with regards to portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.

Here is a sample of the gallery pics for Olympus E-5 and Olympus Stylus 1s. The complete galleries are available at Olympus E-5 Gallery and Olympus 1s Gallery.

For those who are looking to travel with your camera frequently, you are going to need to consider its weight and dimensions. The Olympus E-5 provides exterior measurements of 143mm x 117mm x 75mm (5.6" x 4.6" x 3.0") and a weight of 800 grams (1.76 lbs) while the Olympus 1s has dimensions of 116mm x 87mm x 57mm (4.6" x 3.4" x 2.2") having a weight of 402 grams (0.89 lbs).

Analyze the Olympus E-5 and Olympus 1s in the latest Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Take into account, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will differ dependant on the lens you choose during that time. Underneath is a front view size comparison of the E-5 compared to the 1s.

Taking into consideration dimensions and weight, the portability rating of the E-5 and 1s is 58 and 79 respectively.

Typically, its hard to imagine the gap between sensor dimensions just by checking specs. The pic here will help give you a far better sense of the sensor measurements in the E-5 and 1s.

All in all, the two cameras feature the identical megapixel count but different sensor dimensions. The E-5 has the larger sensor which will make achieving shallower depth of field easier. The more aged E-5 is going to be disadvantaged in sensor innovation.