Olympus SZ-12 vs Panasonic S1

Let's look a bit more closely at the Olympus SZ-12 vs Panasonic S1, one being a Small Sensor Superzoom and the latter is a Small Sensor Compact by competitors Olympus and Panasonic. The resolution of the SZ-12 (14MP) and the S1 (12MP) is pretty well matched and both cameras provide the identical sensor size (1/2.3").

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The SZ-12 was brought out 13 months later than the S1 which makes them a generation apart from each other. Both of the cameras feature the same body design (Compact).

Before diving straight to a in-depth comparison, here is a quick highlight of how the SZ-12 grades versus the S1 for portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

Below is a preview of the gallery images for Olympus SZ-12 and Panasonic Lumix DMC-S1. The entire galleries are available at Olympus SZ-12 Gallery and Panasonic S1 Gallery.

If you're planning to carry your camera frequently, you'll need to consider its weight and measurements. The Olympus SZ-12 offers outside measurements of 106mm x 69mm x 40mm (4.2" x 2.7" x 1.6") and a weight of 226 grams (0.50 lbs) and the Panasonic S1 has proportions of 99mm x 59mm x 21mm (3.9" x 2.3" x 0.8") and a weight of 117 grams (0.26 lbs).

Examine the Olympus SZ-12 vs Panasonic S1 in the new Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Take into account, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will differ depending on the lens you are working with at that moment. Following is a front view measurement comparison of the SZ-12 vs the S1.

Taking into account size and weight, the portability rating of the SZ-12 and S1 is 89 and 96 respectively.

Often, it is difficult to picture the contrast between sensor sizing merely by reading through specifications. The graphic underneath might offer you a better sense of the sensor measurements in the SZ-12 and S1.

To sum up, both of those cameras feature the identical sensor size albeit different MP. You should expect the Olympus SZ-12 to give greater detail having its extra 2 Megapixels. Higher resolution will also allow you to crop pictures way more aggressively. The more recent SZ-12 should have an advantage when it comes to sensor innovation.