Olympus 1 vs Panasonic FX90

Let's examine more in depth at the Olympus 1 versus Panasonic FX90, former is a Small Sensor Superzoom while the other is a Small Sensor Compact by manufacturers Olympus and Panasonic. The resolution of the 1 (12MP) and the FX90 (12MP) is fairly close but the 1 (1/1.7") and FX90 (1/2.3") enjoy totally different sensor dimensions.

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The 1 was announced 2 years after the FX90 which is a fairly sizable difference as far as camera technology is concerned. Both of these cameras offer different body type with the Olympus 1 being a SLR-like (bridge) camera and the Panasonic FX90 being a Compact camera.

Before delving in to a full comparison, below is a brief highlight of how the 1 grades against the FX90 with regards to portability, imaging, features and an overall score.

Here is a sample of the gallery pictures for Olympus Stylus 1 & Panasonic Lumix DMC-FX90. The whole galleries are provided at Olympus 1 Gallery & Panasonic FX90 Gallery.

If you are aiming to carry around your camera, you will have to take into account its weight and measurements. The Olympus 1 has got physical measurements of 116mm x 87mm x 57mm (4.6" x 3.4" x 2.2") and a weight of 402 grams (0.89 lbs) while the Panasonic FX90 has proportions of 102mm x 56mm x 22mm (4.0" x 2.2" x 0.9") with a weight of 149 grams (0.33 lbs).

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Bear in mind, the weight of an ILC will vary dependant on the lens you are utilizing at that time. Here is the front view dimension comparison of the 1 and the FX90.

Considering dimensions and weight, the portability score of the 1 and FX90 is 79 and 95 respectively.

Normally, it's difficult to see the contrast in sensor sizes only by researching technical specs. The picture here will give you a greater sense of the sensor sizing in the 1 and FX90.

As you can tell, both the cameras offer the same exact megapixel count but not the same sensor sizes. The 1 contains the larger sensor which will make getting shallower DOF less difficult. The more modern 1 is going to have an edge when it comes to sensor technology.