Olympus 1 vs Panasonic FS25
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![Olympus Stylus 1 front Olympus Stylus 1 front](https://pxlmag.com/db/images/cameras/gallery/medium/Olympus-Stylus-1/Olympus-1-front.jpg)
![Panasonic Lumix DMC-FS25 front Panasonic Lumix DMC-FS25 front](https://pxlmag.com/db/images/cameras/gallery/medium/Panasonic-Lumix-DMC-FS25/Panasonic-FS25-front.jpg)
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Olympus 1 vs Panasonic FS25 Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 12MP - 1/1.7" Sensor
- 3" Tilting Screen
- ISO 100 - 12800
- Optical Image Stabilization
- 1920 x 1080 video
- 28-300mm (F2.8) lens
- 402g - 116 x 87 x 57mm
- Released November 2013
- Successor is Olympus 1s
(Full Review)
- 12MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 3" Fixed Screen
- ISO 80 - 1600 (Push to 6400)
- Optical Image Stabilization
- 640 x 480 video
- 29-145mm (F3.3-5.9) lens
- 148g - 97 x 58 x 22mm
- Released January 2009
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Olympus 1 vs Panasonic FS25 Overview
Here, we will be matching up the Olympus 1 and Panasonic FS25, one is a Small Sensor Superzoom and the latter is a Small Sensor Compact by companies Olympus and Panasonic. The sensor resolution of the 1 (12MP) and the FS25 (12MP) is relatively close but the 1 (1/1.7") and FS25 (1/2.3") boast different sensor size.
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The 1 was unveiled 4 years after the FS25 which is a fairly big gap as far as camera technology is concerned. Both the cameras feature different body design with the Olympus 1 being a SLR-like (bridge) camera and the Panasonic FS25 being a Compact camera.
Before going into a full comparison, here is a concise summary of how the 1 matches up vs the FS25 in relation to portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.
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Olympus 1 vs Panasonic FS25 Gallery
The following is a preview of the gallery photos for Olympus Stylus 1 and Panasonic Lumix DMC-FS25. The full galleries are viewable at Olympus 1 Gallery and Panasonic FS25 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Olympus 1 over the Panasonic FS25
1 | FS25 | |||
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Released | November 2013 | ![]() | January 2009 | Newer by 59 months |
Focus manually | ![]() | More accurate focus | ||
Screen type | Tilting | ![]() | Fixed | Tilting screen |
Screen resolution | 1040k | ![]() | 230k | Crisper screen (+810k dot) |
Touch friendly screen | ![]() | Quickly navigate |
Reasons to pick Panasonic FS25 over the Olympus 1
FS25 | 1 |
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Common features in the Olympus 1 and Panasonic FS25
1 | FS25 | |||
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Screen size | 3" | ![]() | 3" | Same screen size |
Selfie screen | ![]() | Neither provides selfie screen |
Olympus 1 vs Panasonic FS25 Physical Comparison
For anybody who is looking to travel with your camera frequently, you will want to factor in its weight and volume. The Olympus 1 provides physical measurements of 116mm x 87mm x 57mm (4.6" x 3.4" x 2.2") having a weight of 402 grams (0.89 lbs) while the Panasonic FS25 has sizing of 97mm x 58mm x 22mm (3.8" x 2.3" x 0.9") accompanied by a weight of 148 grams (0.33 lbs).
Take a look at the Olympus 1 and Panasonic FS25 in the latest Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.![Camera Size Comparison with Lenses Camera Size Comparison with Lenses](https://pxlmag.com/db/assets/camera-size-comparison-animation.gif)
Take into account, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will differ dependant on the lens you use during that time. Following is a front view scale comparison of the 1 vs the FS25.
![Olympus 1 vs Panasonic FS25 size comparison Olympus 1 vs Panasonic FS25 size comparison](https://pxlmag.com/db/images/camera-compare/Olympus-Stylus-1-vs-Panasonic-Lumix-DMC-FS25-size-comparison.jpg)
Taking into account dimensions and weight, the portability rating of the 1 and FS25 is 79 and 95 respectively.
![Olympus 1 vs Panasonic FS25 top view buttons comparison Olympus 1 vs Panasonic FS25 top view buttons comparison](https://pxlmag.com/db/images/camera-compare/Olympus-Stylus-1-vs-Panasonic-Lumix-DMC-FS25-top-view-buttons-comparison.jpg)
Olympus 1 vs Panasonic FS25 Sensor Comparison
Normally, it's difficult to imagine the difference in sensor dimensions just by looking through a spec sheet. The pic here may offer you a more clear sense of the sensor sizing in the 1 and FS25.
As you can see, both of those cameras come with the identical megapixel count albeit different sensor dimensions. The 1 offers the bigger sensor which should make achieving shallow DOF simpler. The more recent 1 should have an advantage when it comes to sensor technology.
![Olympus 1 vs Panasonic FS25 sensor size comparison Olympus 1 vs Panasonic FS25 sensor size comparison](https://pxlmag.com/db/images/sensor-compare/Olympus-Stylus-1-vs-Panasonic-Lumix-DMC-FS25-sensor-size-comparison.png)
Olympus 1 vs Panasonic FS25 Screen and ViewFinder
![Olympus 1 vs Panasonic FS25 Screen and Viewfinder comparison Olympus 1 vs Panasonic FS25 Screen and Viewfinder comparison](https://pxlmag.com/db/images/camera-compare/Olympus-Stylus-1-vs-Panasonic-Lumix-DMC-FS25-screen-back-comparison.jpg)
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Photography Type Scores
Portrait Comparison
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Street Comparison
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Sports Comparison
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Travel Comparison
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Landscape Comparison
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Vlogging Comparison
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Olympus 1 vs Panasonic FS25 Specifications
Olympus Stylus 1 | Panasonic Lumix DMC-FS25 | |
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General Information | ||
Brand | Olympus | Panasonic |
Model | Olympus Stylus 1 | Panasonic Lumix DMC-FS25 |
Class | Small Sensor Superzoom | Small Sensor Compact |
Released | 2013-11-25 | 2009-01-27 |
Physical type | SLR-like (bridge) | Compact |
Sensor Information | ||
Processor Chip | TruePic VI | - |
Sensor type | BSI-CMOS | CCD |
Sensor size | 1/1.7" | 1/2.3" |
Sensor dimensions | 7.44 x 5.58mm | 6.08 x 4.56mm |
Sensor area | 41.5mm² | 27.7mm² |
Sensor resolution | 12MP | 12MP |
Anti aliasing filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 1:1, 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 | 16:9, 4:3 and 3:2 |
Highest Possible resolution | 3968 x 2976 | 4000 x 3000 |
Maximum native ISO | 12800 | 1600 |
Maximum enhanced ISO | - | 6400 |
Min native ISO | 100 | 80 |
RAW data | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Manual focus | ||
Touch focus | ||
Continuous AF | ||
Single AF | ||
Tracking AF | ||
Selective AF | ||
Center weighted AF | ||
AF multi area | ||
AF live view | ||
Face detection focusing | ||
Contract detection focusing | ||
Phase detection focusing | ||
Number of focus points | 25 | 11 |
Lens | ||
Lens mount | fixed lens | fixed lens |
Lens focal range | 28-300mm (10.7x) | 29-145mm (5.0x) |
Largest aperture | f/2.8 | f/3.3-5.9 |
Macro focus range | 5cm | 5cm |
Crop factor | 4.8 | 5.9 |
Screen | ||
Screen type | Tilting | Fixed Type |
Screen size | 3 inches | 3 inches |
Screen resolution | 1,040k dots | 230k dots |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch screen | ||
Screen technology | LCD | - |
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder | Electronic | None |
Viewfinder resolution | 1,440k dots | - |
Viewfinder coverage | 100 percent | - |
Features | ||
Min shutter speed | 60s | 60s |
Max shutter speed | 1/2000s | 1/2000s |
Continuous shutter rate | 7.0 frames per sec | 2.0 frames per sec |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Expose Manually | ||
Exposure compensation | Yes | - |
Custom WB | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Integrated flash | ||
Flash range | - | 5.30 m |
Flash modes | Auto, redeye reduction, fill-on, off, redeye reduction slow sync, full, manual | Auto, On, Off, Red-Eye reduction, Slow Sync |
External flash | ||
Auto exposure bracketing | ||
White balance bracketing | ||
Max flash synchronize | 1/2000s | - |
Exposure | ||
Multisegment exposure | ||
Average exposure | ||
Spot exposure | ||
Partial exposure | ||
AF area exposure | ||
Center weighted exposure | ||
Video features | ||
Video resolutions | 1920 x 1080 (30p), 1280 x 720 (30p); high speed: 640 x 480 (120p), 320 x 240 (240p) | 848 x 480 (30 fps), 640 x 480 (30 fps), 320 x 240 (30 fps) |
Maximum video resolution | 1920x1080 | 640x480 |
Video file format | MPEG-4, H.264 | Motion JPEG |
Mic port | ||
Headphone port | ||
Connectivity | ||
Wireless | Built-In | None |
Bluetooth | ||
NFC | ||
HDMI | ||
USB | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) |
GPS | None | None |
Physical | ||
Environment sealing | ||
Water proof | ||
Dust proof | ||
Shock proof | ||
Crush proof | ||
Freeze proof | ||
Weight | 402 grams (0.89 pounds) | 148 grams (0.33 pounds) |
Physical dimensions | 116 x 87 x 57mm (4.6" x 3.4" x 2.2") | 97 x 58 x 22mm (3.8" x 2.3" x 0.9") |
DXO scores | ||
DXO Overall score | 51 | not tested |
DXO Color Depth score | 20.7 | not tested |
DXO Dynamic range score | 11.6 | not tested |
DXO Low light score | 179 | not tested |
Other | ||
Battery life | 410 images | - |
Battery type | Battery Pack | - |
Battery model | BLS-5 | - |
Self timer | Yes (2 or 12 sec, custom) | Yes (2 or 10 sec) |
Time lapse shooting | ||
Type of storage | SD/SDHC/SDXC card | SD/MMC/SDHC card, Internal |
Card slots | 1 | 1 |
Cost at release | $700 | $230 |