Olympus 1 vs Panasonic FX48

Below is a extended comparison of the Olympus 1 and Panasonic FX48, former being a Small Sensor Superzoom while the latter is a Small Sensor Compact by companies Olympus and Panasonic. The image resolution of the 1 (12MP) and the FX48 (12MP) is relatively close but the 1 (1/1.7") and FX48 (1/2.3") provide totally different sensor sizes.

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The 1 was introduced 4 years later than the FX48 and that is a fairly big difference as far as camera technology is concerned. The two cameras have different body design with the Olympus 1 being a SLR-like (bridge) camera and the Panasonic FX48 being a Compact camera.

Before we go right into a in-depth comparison, here is a short highlight of how the 1 matches up against the FX48 with regards to portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.

Here is a preview of the gallery photos for Olympus Stylus 1 & Panasonic Lumix DMC-FX48. The whole galleries are provided at Olympus 1 Gallery & Panasonic FX48 Gallery.

For anybody who is going to lug around your camera, you need to take into account its weight and size. The Olympus 1 provides exterior dimensions 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 FX48 has specifications of 95mm x 53mm x 22mm (3.7" x 2.1" x 0.9") with a weight of 150 grams (0.33 lbs).

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Keep in mind, the weight of an ILC will differ depending on the lens you are working with during that time. Here is a front view measurements comparison of the 1 against the FX48.

Using dimensions and weight, the portability rating of the 1 and FX48 is 79 and 95 respectively.

Sometimes, it is tough to see the gap in sensor measurements just by looking through a spec sheet. The graphic underneath should offer you a better sense of the sensor dimensions in the 1 and FX48.

As you can see, both the cameras provide the same megapixels albeit not the same sensor measurements. The 1 has got the bigger sensor which will make getting shallower DOF easier. The more recent 1 will have an advantage with regard to sensor tech.