Olympus 1 vs Panasonic FZ28

Lets take a deeper look at the Olympus 1 versus Panasonic FZ28, both Small Sensor Superzoom digital cameras by competitors Olympus and Panasonic. The image resolution of the 1 (12MP) and the FZ28 (10MP) is pretty similar but the 1 (1/1.7") and FZ28 (1/2.3") provide totally different sensor size.

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The 1 was brought out 4 years after the FZ28 which is quite a serious gap as far as tech is concerned. Both the cameras feature different body design with the Olympus 1 being a SLR-like (bridge) camera and the Panasonic FZ28 being a Compact camera.

Before going straight to a in-depth comparison, here is a quick summation of how the 1 grades versus the FZ28 in regards to portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.

Following is a preview of the gallery images for Olympus Stylus 1 and Panasonic Lumix DMC-FZ28. The entire galleries are viewable at Olympus 1 Gallery and Panasonic FZ28 Gallery.

For those who are intending to travel with your camera frequently, you have to factor its weight and measurements. The Olympus 1 has exterior 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) while the Panasonic FZ28 has proportions of 118mm x 75mm x 89mm (4.6" x 3.0" x 3.5") accompanied by a weight of 417 grams (0.92 lbs).

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Don't forget, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will change dependant on the lens you are utilising during that time. Below is a front view size comparison of the 1 and the FZ28.

Looking at size and weight, the portability score of the 1 and FZ28 is 79 and 72 respectively.

Often, it's difficult to see the difference between sensor dimensions purely by reviewing a spec sheet. The pic below might give you a stronger sense of the sensor measurements in the 1 and FZ28.

Clearly, both cameras come with different megapixel count and different sensor dimensions. The 1 featuring a bigger sensor will make achieving shallower DOF simpler and the Olympus 1 will offer you greater detail having its extra 2 Megapixels. Higher resolution can also make it easier to crop shots a good deal more aggressively. The younger 1 is going to have a benefit when it comes to sensor tech.