Olympus E-PL1s vs Panasonic FZ35
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Olympus E-PL1s vs Panasonic FZ35 Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 12MP - Four Thirds Sensor
- 2.7" Fixed Screen
- ISO 100 - 6400
- Sensor based Image Stabilization
- 1280 x 720 video
- Micro Four Thirds Mount
- 334g - 115 x 72 x 42mm
- Launched November 2010
- Succeeded the Olympus E-PL1
- Later Model is Olympus E-PL2
(Full Review)
- 12MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 2.7" Fixed Screen
- ISO 80 - 6400
- Optical Image Stabilization
- 1280 x 720 video
- 27-486mm (F2.8-4.4) lens
- 397g - 118 x 76 x 89mm
- Launched July 2010
- Additionally Known as Lumix DMC-FZ38
Olympus E-PL1s vs Panasonic FZ35 Overview
In this write-up, we will be evaluating the Olympus E-PL1s vs Panasonic FZ35, one being a Entry-Level Mirrorless and the latter is a Small Sensor Superzoom by companies Olympus and Panasonic. The resolution of the E-PL1s (12MP) and the FZ35 (12MP) is relatively well matched but the E-PL1s (Four Thirds) and FZ35 (1/2.3") possess different sensor sizing.
Photography GlossaryThe E-PL1s was introduced 5 months later than the FZ35 which means that they are both of a similar generation. Each of the cameras offer different body type with the Olympus E-PL1s being a Rangefinder-style mirrorless camera and the Panasonic FZ35 being a SLR-like (bridge) camera.
Before we go in to a step-by-step comparison, below is a concise introduction of how the E-PL1s matches up against the FZ35 with respect to portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.
Olympus E-PL1s vs Panasonic FZ35 Gallery
The following is a preview of the gallery photos for Olympus PEN E-PL1s and Panasonic Lumix DMC-FZ35. The whole galleries are provided at Olympus E-PL1s Gallery and Panasonic FZ35 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Olympus E-PL1s over the Panasonic FZ35
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Reasons to pick Panasonic FZ35 over the Olympus E-PL1s
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Common features in the Olympus E-PL1s and Panasonic FZ35
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Launched | November 2010 | July 2010 | Similar generation | |
Manual focus | Dial accurate focus | |||
Screen type | Fixed | Fixed | Fixed screen | |
Screen sizing | 2.7" | 2.7" | Equivalent screen measurement | |
Screen resolution | 230k | 230k | Exact same screen resolution | |
Selfie screen | Neither contains selfie screen | |||
Touch screen | Missing Touch screen |
Olympus E-PL1s vs Panasonic FZ35 Physical Comparison
When you are intending to carry your camera, you will have to factor its weight and measurements. The Olympus E-PL1s has got external measurements of 115mm x 72mm x 42mm (4.5" x 2.8" x 1.7") with a weight of 334 grams (0.74 lbs) whilst the Panasonic FZ35 has proportions of 118mm x 76mm x 89mm (4.6" x 3.0" x 3.5") with a weight of 397 grams (0.88 lbs).
Compare the Olympus E-PL1s vs Panasonic FZ35 in the latest Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.Keep in mind, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will vary based on the lens you choose at that time. Here is the front view dimension comparison of the E-PL1s versus the FZ35.
Factoring in dimensions and weight, the portability grade of the E-PL1s and FZ35 is 86 and 72 respectively.
Olympus E-PL1s vs Panasonic FZ35 Sensor Comparison
More often than not, it can be hard to picture the gap between sensor sizing purely by reading through technical specs. The graphic underneath should give you a better sense of the sensor measurements in the E-PL1s and FZ35.
As you can tell, the 2 cameras enjoy the same exact megapixels albeit different sensor sizing. The E-PL1s features the bigger sensor which should make getting bokeh simpler.
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Olympus E-PL1s vs Panasonic FZ35 Specifications
Olympus PEN E-PL1s | Panasonic Lumix DMC-FZ35 | |
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General Information | ||
Manufacturer | Olympus | Panasonic |
Model type | Olympus PEN E-PL1s | Panasonic Lumix DMC-FZ35 |
Otherwise known as | - | Lumix DMC-FZ38 |
Category | Entry-Level Mirrorless | Small Sensor Superzoom |
Launched | 2010-11-16 | 2010-07-06 |
Physical type | Rangefinder-style mirrorless | SLR-like (bridge) |
Sensor Information | ||
Chip | Truepic V | Venus Engine V |
Sensor type | CMOS | CCD |
Sensor size | Four Thirds | 1/2.3" |
Sensor dimensions | 17.3 x 13mm | 6.08 x 4.56mm |
Sensor area | 224.9mm² | 27.7mm² |
Sensor resolution | 12MP | 12MP |
Anti alias filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 | 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 |
Max resolution | 4032 x 3024 | 4000 x 3000 |
Max native ISO | 6400 | 6400 |
Min native ISO | 100 | 80 |
RAW support | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Manual focusing | ||
AF touch | ||
Continuous AF | ||
AF single | ||
Tracking AF | ||
Selective AF | ||
Center weighted AF | ||
AF multi area | ||
AF live view | ||
Face detection AF | ||
Contract detection AF | ||
Phase detection AF | ||
Total focus points | 11 | - |
Lens | ||
Lens mount type | Micro Four Thirds | fixed lens |
Lens zoom range | - | 27-486mm (18.0x) |
Largest aperture | - | f/2.8-4.4 |
Macro focusing range | - | 1cm |
Amount of lenses | 107 | - |
Crop factor | 2.1 | 5.9 |
Screen | ||
Type of screen | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
Screen size | 2.7 inches | 2.7 inches |
Resolution of screen | 230 thousand dots | 230 thousand dots |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch functionality | ||
Screen technology | HyperCrystal LCD AR (Anti-Reflective) coating | - |
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder type | Electronic (optional) | Electronic |
Features | ||
Min shutter speed | 60s | 60s |
Max shutter speed | 1/2000s | 1/2000s |
Continuous shutter rate | 3.0fps | 2.0fps |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Expose Manually | ||
Exposure compensation | Yes | Yes |
Custom WB | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Inbuilt flash | ||
Flash distance | 10.00 m | 8.50 m |
Flash modes | Auto, On, Off, Red-Eye, Fill-in, Slow Sync, Manual (3 levels) | Auto, On, Off, Red-eye, Slow Sync |
Hot shoe | ||
AEB | ||
White balance bracketing | ||
Max flash synchronize | 1/160s | - |
Exposure | ||
Multisegment metering | ||
Average metering | ||
Spot metering | ||
Partial metering | ||
AF area metering | ||
Center weighted metering | ||
Video features | ||
Supported video resolutions | 1280 x 720 (30 fps), 640 x 480 (30 fps) | 1280 x 720 (30 fps), 848 x 480 (30 fps), 640 x 480 (30 fps), 320 x 240 (30 fps) |
Max video resolution | 1280x720 | 1280x720 |
Video file format | Motion JPEG | AVCHD Lite, Motion JPEG |
Mic support | ||
Headphone support | ||
Connectivity | ||
Wireless | None | None |
Bluetooth | ||
NFC | ||
HDMI | ||
USB | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) |
GPS | None | None |
Physical | ||
Environment sealing | ||
Water proofing | ||
Dust proofing | ||
Shock proofing | ||
Crush proofing | ||
Freeze proofing | ||
Weight | 334 grams (0.74 lbs) | 397 grams (0.88 lbs) |
Dimensions | 115 x 72 x 42mm (4.5" x 2.8" x 1.7") | 118 x 76 x 89mm (4.6" x 3.0" x 3.5") |
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 life | 290 pictures | - |
Battery style | Battery Pack | - |
Battery ID | BLS-1 | - |
Self timer | Yes (2 or 12 sec) | Yes (2 or 10 sec, 10 sec (3 pictures)) |
Time lapse shooting | ||
Storage type | SD/SDHC | SD/SDHC card, Internal |
Card slots | One | One |
Cost at release | $599 | $999 |