Olympus E-PM1 vs Panasonic ZS10

The following is a in-depth comparison of the Olympus E-PM1 and Panasonic ZS10, one is a Entry-Level Mirrorless and the latter is a Small Sensor Superzoom by companies Olympus and Panasonic. The resolution of the E-PM1 (12MP) and the ZS10 (14MP) is relatively comparable but the E-PM1 (Four Thirds) and ZS10 (1/2.3") possess totally different sensor sizing.

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The E-PM1 was revealed 11 months after the ZS10 which means that they are of a similar generation. Both cameras offer different body type with the Olympus E-PM1 being a Rangefinder-style mirrorless camera and the Panasonic ZS10 being a Compact camera.

Before going in to a more detailed comparison, below is a short introduction of how the E-PM1 matches up versus the ZS10 in relation to portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.

This is a preview of the gallery photos for Olympus PEN E-PM1 and Panasonic Lumix DMC-ZS10. The full galleries are available at Olympus E-PM1 Gallery and Panasonic ZS10 Gallery.

If you are going to travel with your camera often, you will have to think about its weight and dimensions. The Olympus E-PM1 provides physical measurements of 110mm x 64mm x 34mm (4.3" x 2.5" x 1.3") along with a weight of 265 grams (0.58 lbs) while the Panasonic ZS10 has dimensions of 105mm x 58mm x 33mm (4.1" x 2.3" x 1.3") having a weight of 219 grams (0.48 lbs).

Take a look at the Olympus E-PM1 and Panasonic ZS10 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 are using at that time. Here is the front view scale comparison of the E-PM1 against the ZS10.

Using size and weight, the portability grade of the E-PM1 and ZS10 is 89 and 91 respectively.

Usually, its difficult to visualise the gap in sensor dimensions simply by going through specifications. The image underneath might provide you a clearer sense of the sensor measurements in the E-PM1 and ZS10.

Plainly, each of these cameras offer different resolutions and different sensor dimensions. The E-PM1 using its bigger sensor will make getting bokeh easier and the Panasonic ZS10 will show extra detail because of its extra 2MP. Higher resolution will help you crop shots a little more aggressively. The more modern E-PM1 is going to have an edge when it comes to sensor technology.