Olympus 1 vs Panasonic FZ300

Let's look more in depth at the Olympus 1 versus Panasonic FZ300, both Small Sensor Superzoom cameras by companies Olympus and Panasonic. The image resolution of the 1 (12MP) and the FZ300 (12MP) is pretty comparable but the 1 (1/1.7") and FZ300 (1/2.3") provide different sensor size.

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The 1 was unveiled 19 months prior to the FZ300 which makes them a generation away from each other. Each of these cameras have the same body design (SLR-like (bridge)).

Before diving into a in depth comparison, here is a short summation of how the 1 grades vs the FZ300 for portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.

The following is a preview of the gallery images for Olympus Stylus 1 & Panasonic Lumix DMC-FZ300. The full galleries are provided at Olympus 1 Gallery & Panasonic FZ300 Gallery.

If you're aiming to travel with your camera regularly, you will have to take into account its weight and dimensions. The Olympus 1 has 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) while the Panasonic FZ300 has dimensions of 132mm x 92mm x 117mm (5.2" x 3.6" x 4.6") accompanied by a weight of 691 grams (1.52 lbs).

Take a look at the Olympus 1 versus Panasonic FZ300 in our completely new Camera plus Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Don't forget, the weight of an ILC will differ dependant on the lens you are utilizing at the time. Following is a front view measurements comparison of the 1 and the FZ300.

Taking into consideration size and weight, the portability grade of the 1 and FZ300 is 79 and 59 respectively.

Often, it is tough to picture the contrast in sensor dimensions only by going through technical specs. The pic here will help give you a far better sense of the sensor dimensions in the 1 and FZ300.

As you have seen, both of those cameras have the same MP albeit different sensor dimensions. The 1 has the bigger sensor which is going to make obtaining bokeh simpler. The more aged 1 will be behind when it comes to sensor tech.