Olympus SP-610UZ vs Panasonic XS1

Below, we will be comparing the Olympus SP-610UZ and Panasonic XS1, one is a Small Sensor Superzoom and the latter is a Small Sensor Compact by rivals Olympus and Panasonic. The sensor resolution of the SP-610UZ (14MP) and the XS1 (16MP) is relatively similar and they possess the exact same sensor measurements (1/2.3").

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The SP-610UZ was launched 24 months prior to the XS1 which makes the cameras a generation away from each other. Both cameras come with the identical body type (Compact).

Before going through a detailed comparison, below is a quick view of how the SP-610UZ matches up vs the XS1 when it comes to portability, imaging, features and an overall score.

Following is a preview of the gallery photos for Olympus SP-610UZ and Panasonic Lumix DMC-XS1. The complete galleries are viewable at Olympus SP-610UZ Gallery and Panasonic XS1 Gallery.

In case you're looking to carry around your camera frequently, you will need to factor its weight and size. The Olympus SP-610UZ provides outside dimensions of 107mm x 73mm x 73mm (4.2" x 2.9" x 2.9") and a weight of 405 grams (0.89 lbs) and the Panasonic XS1 has specifications of 94mm x 54mm x 14mm (3.7" x 2.1" x 0.6") accompanied by a weight of 103 grams (0.23 lbs).

Examine the Olympus SP-610UZ and Panasonic XS1 in the new Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Remember that, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will vary based on the lens you have chosen at the time. Below is the front view dimension comparison of the SP-610UZ versus the XS1.

Taking into consideration size and weight, the portability grade of the SP-610UZ and XS1 is 79 and 97 respectively.

In many cases, it's hard to envision the contrast between sensor sizes purely by reading specifications. The image underneath will help give you a more clear sense of the sensor sizes in the SP-610UZ and XS1.

Plainly, each of the cameras have got the exact same sensor measurements albeit not the same megapixels. You should count on the Panasonic XS1 to deliver more detail utilizing its extra 2 Megapixels. Higher resolution can also allow you to crop pictures much more aggressively. The more aged SP-610UZ is going to be behind with regard to sensor innovation.