Olympus 1 vs Panasonic ZS80

Following is a comprehensive analysis of the Olympus 1 and Panasonic ZS80, both Small Sensor Superzoom cameras by brands Olympus and Panasonic. There is a substantial difference among the image resolutions of the 1 (12MP) and ZS80 (20MP) and the 1 (1/1.7") and ZS80 (1/2.3") use different sensor sizes.

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The 1 was released 5 years before the ZS80 which is a fairly big difference as far as camera tech is concerned. Each of these cameras come with different body type with the Olympus 1 being a SLR-like (bridge) camera and the Panasonic ZS80 being a Compact camera.

Before we go in to a complete comparison, below is a concise synopsis of how the 1 matches up against the ZS80 when it comes to portability, imaging, features and an overall score.

Below is a sample of the gallery pictures for Olympus Stylus 1 & Panasonic Lumix DC-ZS80. The complete galleries are viewable at Olympus 1 Gallery & Panasonic ZS80 Gallery.

If you're looking to carry around your camera regularly, you'll have to consider its weight and dimensions. The Olympus 1 comes with external measurements of 116mm x 87mm x 57mm (4.6" x 3.4" x 2.2") having a weight of 402 grams (0.89 lbs) whilst the Panasonic ZS80 has dimensions of 112mm x 69mm x 42mm (4.4" x 2.7" x 1.7") having a weight of 327 grams (0.72 lbs).

Contrast the Olympus 1 and Panasonic ZS80 in our newest Camera & Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Bear in mind, the weight of an ILC will change based on the lens you are working with at the time. Following is the front view sizing comparison of the 1 compared to the ZS80.

Taking into consideration size and weight, the portability score of the 1 and ZS80 is 79 and 86 respectively.

Often, it is difficult to imagine the difference in sensor sizes purely by looking through technical specs. The pic here might offer you a better sense of the sensor measurements in the 1 and ZS80.

As you can tell, each of the cameras posses different resolutions and different sensor sizes. The 1 featuring a larger sensor is going to make getting shallower depth of field less difficult and the Panasonic ZS80 will provide you with more detail as a result of its extra 8 Megapixels. Greater resolution will help you crop pics somewhat more aggressively. The more aged 1 will be disadvantaged with regard to sensor innovation.