Olympus SZ-10 vs Panasonic GX1

In this write-up, we will be reviewing the Olympus SZ-10 and Panasonic GX1, former being a Small Sensor Superzoom while the latter is a Entry-Level Mirrorless by competitors Olympus and Panasonic. The sensor resolution of the SZ-10 (14MP) and the GX1 (16MP) is pretty well matched but the SZ-10 (1/2.3") and GX1 (Four Thirds) possess totally different sensor dimensions.

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The SZ-10 was launched 12 months before the GX1 and they are both of a similar age. Both cameras offer different body type with the Olympus SZ-10 being a Compact camera and the Panasonic GX1 being a Rangefinder-style mirrorless camera.

Before we go through a more detailed comparison, below is a concise view of how the SZ-10 matches up versus the GX1 in regards to portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

Following is a preview of the gallery images for Olympus SZ-10 & Panasonic Lumix DMC-GX1. The complete galleries are provided at Olympus SZ-10 Gallery & Panasonic GX1 Gallery.

For anybody who is aiming to carry your camera, you'll need to consider its weight and measurements. The Olympus SZ-10 enjoys outer measurements of 106mm x 67mm x 38mm (4.2" x 2.6" x 1.5") accompanied by a weight of 215 grams (0.47 lbs) whilst the Panasonic GX1 has proportions of 116mm x 68mm x 39mm (4.6" x 2.7" x 1.5") along with a weight of 318 grams (0.70 lbs).

Take a look at the Olympus SZ-10 and Panasonic GX1 in our completely new Camera & Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Remember that, the weight of an ILC will vary dependant on the lens you choose at that time. Underneath is the front view physical size comparison of the SZ-10 versus the GX1.

Taking into consideration size and weight, the portability rating of the SZ-10 and GX1 is 90 and 87 respectively.

In many cases, it can be tough to see the gap between sensor sizing purely by checking specs. The graphic here will give you a more clear sense of the sensor sizing in the SZ-10 and GX1.

As you can plainly see, both the cameras enjoy different megapixel count and different sensor sizing. The SZ-10 featuring a tinier sensor will make getting shallow depth of field tougher and the Panasonic GX1 will give more detail utilizing its extra 2 Megapixels. Higher resolution will make it easier to crop photographs far more aggressively. The older SZ-10 is going to be behind with regard to sensor tech.