Olympus 1 vs Panasonic S1R

Following is a extensive review of the Olympus 1 versus Panasonic S1R, one is a Small Sensor Superzoom and the latter is a Pro Mirrorless by brands Olympus and Panasonic. There is a significant difference between the resolutions of the 1 (12MP) and S1R (47MP) and the 1 (1/1.7") and S1R (Full frame) offer different sensor size.

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The 1 was brought out 6 years prior to the S1R which is quite a sizable gap as far as tech is concerned. Both of these cameras have different body design with the Olympus 1 being a SLR-like (bridge) camera and the Panasonic S1R being a SLR-style mirrorless camera.

Before we go into a full comparison, here is a brief summary of how the 1 matches up vs the S1R when it comes to portability, imaging, features and an overall score.

The following is a preview of the gallery photos for Olympus Stylus 1 and Panasonic Lumix DC-S1R. The entire galleries are provided at Olympus 1 Gallery and Panasonic S1R Gallery.

For anyone who is looking to carry around your camera often, you need to factor in its weight and measurements. The Olympus 1 enjoys exterior measurements of 116mm x 87mm x 57mm (4.6" x 3.4" x 2.2") accompanied by a weight of 402 grams (0.89 lbs) and the Panasonic S1R has proportions of 149mm x 110mm x 97mm (5.9" x 4.3" x 3.8") with a weight of 1020 grams (2.25 lbs).

Examine the Olympus 1 versus Panasonic S1R in the all new Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Do not forget, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will change depending on the lens you have chosen at the time. Here is a front view measurement comparison of the 1 compared to the S1R.

Taking into account size and weight, the portability rating of the 1 and S1R is 79 and 54 respectively.

Usually, it can be tough to visualize the gap between sensor sizes simply by checking a spec sheet. The picture underneath will provide you a far better sense of the sensor sizing in the 1 and S1R.

As you can see, both cameras provide different megapixels and different sensor sizes. The 1 featuring a tinier sensor is going to make getting shallow DOF more challenging and the Panasonic S1R will give you extra detail having its extra 35 Megapixels. Higher resolution can also make it easier to crop pictures more aggressively. The more aged 1 is going to be behind in sensor innovation.