Olympus 1 vs Panasonic FZ150

Below is a thorough comparison of the Olympus 1 versus Panasonic FZ150, both Small Sensor Superzoom cameras by companies Olympus and Panasonic. The resolution of the 1 (12MP) and the FZ150 (12MP) is relatively comparable but the 1 (1/1.7") and FZ150 (1/2.3") enjoy totally different sensor sizes.

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The 1 was introduced 20 months later than the FZ150 which makes the cameras a generation apart from one another. Both of the cameras come with the identical body type (SLR-like (bridge)).

Before we go in to a complete comparison, below is a short overview of how the 1 grades against the FZ150 in regards to portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.

This is a preview of the gallery photos for Olympus Stylus 1 & Panasonic Lumix DMC-FZ150. The whole galleries are available at Olympus 1 Gallery & Panasonic FZ150 Gallery.

When you are looking to lug around your camera often, you'll have to think about its weight and proportions. The Olympus 1 enjoys physical measurements of 116mm x 87mm x 57mm (4.6" x 3.4" x 2.2") along with a weight of 402 grams (0.89 lbs) whilst the Panasonic FZ150 has measurements of 124mm x 82mm x 92mm (4.9" x 3.2" x 3.6") along with a weight of 528 grams (1.16 lbs).

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Don't forget, the weight of an ILC will vary dependant on the lens you are utilizing at that time. Below is the front view overall size comparison of the 1 vs the FZ150.

Looking at dimensions and weight, the portability rating of the 1 and FZ150 is 79 and 67 respectively.

Sometimes, it is hard to visualise the gap in sensor measurements purely by seeing specs. The photograph here will offer you a more clear sense of the sensor sizing in the 1 and FZ150.

All in all, both of these cameras posses the exact same megapixels albeit not the same sensor measurements. The 1 features the bigger sensor which is going to make obtaining bokeh simpler. The fresher 1 is going to have a benefit in sensor tech.