Olympus 1 vs Panasonic GF6
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Olympus 1 vs Panasonic GF6 Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 12MP - 1/1.7" Sensor
- 3" Tilting Screen
- ISO 100 - 12800
- Optical Image Stabilization
- 1920 x 1080 video
- 28-300mm (F2.8) lens
- 402g - 116 x 87 x 57mm
- Introduced November 2013
- Refreshed by Olympus 1s
(Full Review)
- 16MP - Four Thirds Sensor
- 3" Tilting Display
- ISO 160 - 12800 (Push to 25600)
- 1920 x 1080 video
- Micro Four Thirds Mount
- 323g - 111 x 65 x 38mm
- Introduced April 2013
- Replaced the Panasonic GF5
- Renewed by Panasonic GF7

Olympus 1 vs Panasonic GF6 Overview
Lets look closer at the Olympus 1 versus Panasonic GF6, former is a Small Sensor Superzoom while the other is a Entry-Level Mirrorless by manufacturers Olympus and Panasonic. There is a substantial difference between the image resolutions of the 1 (12MP) and GF6 (16MP) and the 1 (1/1.7") and GF6 (Four Thirds) come with different sensor sizing.

The 1 was released 8 months after the GF6 and they are of a similar age. The two cameras come with different body type with the Olympus 1 being a SLR-like (bridge) camera and the Panasonic GF6 being a Rangefinder-style mirrorless camera.
Before we go in to a in-depth comparison, below is a simple view of how the 1 grades vs the GF6 for portability, imaging, features and an overall score.

Olympus 1 vs Panasonic GF6 Gallery
Here is a sample of the gallery pictures for Olympus Stylus 1 & Panasonic Lumix DMC-GF6. The complete galleries are available at Olympus 1 Gallery & Panasonic GF6 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Olympus 1 over the Panasonic GF6
1 | GF6 | |||
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Introduced | November 2013 | ![]() | April 2013 | More modern by 8 months |
Reasons to pick Panasonic GF6 over the Olympus 1
GF6 | 1 |
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Common features in the Olympus 1 and Panasonic GF6
1 | GF6 | |||
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Focus manually | ![]() | Dial precise focusing | ||
Display type | Tilting | ![]() | Tilting | Tilting display |
Display dimension | 3" | ![]() | 3" | Identical display measurement |
Display resolution | 1040k | ![]() | 1040k | The same display resolution |
Selfie screen | ![]() | Neither features selfie screen | ||
Touch friendly display | ![]() | Easily navigate |
Olympus 1 vs Panasonic GF6 Physical Comparison
If you're looking to carry around your camera, you have to consider its weight and dimensions. The Olympus 1 enjoys external 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 GF6 has dimensions of 111mm x 65mm x 38mm (4.4" x 2.6" x 1.5") with a weight of 323 grams (0.71 lbs).
Take a look at the Olympus 1 versus Panasonic GF6 in our brand new Camera & Lens Size Comparison Tool.
Bear in mind, the weight of an ILC will change dependant on the lens you use at the time. Below is the front view dimensions comparison of the 1 and the GF6.

Considering size and weight, the portability grade of the 1 and GF6 is 79 and 87 respectively.

Olympus 1 vs Panasonic GF6 Sensor Comparison
Generally, it is very tough to visualize the difference between sensor sizes just by reviewing a spec sheet. The image below should offer you a far better sense of the sensor sizing in the 1 and GF6.
Clearly, both of those cameras have got different megapixels and different sensor sizes. The 1 due to its tinier sensor is going to make achieving shallower depth of field tougher and the Panasonic GF6 will deliver more detail as a result of its extra 4 Megapixels. Greater resolution will enable you to crop photos much more aggressively. The newer 1 should have an edge when it comes to sensor innovation.

Olympus 1 vs Panasonic GF6 Screen and ViewFinder


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Olympus 1 vs Panasonic GF6 Specifications
Olympus Stylus 1 | Panasonic Lumix DMC-GF6 | |
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General Information | ||
Brand | Olympus | Panasonic |
Model | Olympus Stylus 1 | Panasonic Lumix DMC-GF6 |
Class | Small Sensor Superzoom | Entry-Level Mirrorless |
Introduced | 2013-11-25 | 2013-04-08 |
Physical type | SLR-like (bridge) | Rangefinder-style mirrorless |
Sensor Information | ||
Processor Chip | TruePic VI | Venus Engine FHD |
Sensor type | BSI-CMOS | CMOS |
Sensor size | 1/1.7" | Four Thirds |
Sensor dimensions | 7.44 x 5.58mm | 17.3 x 13mm |
Sensor surface area | 41.5mm² | 224.9mm² |
Sensor resolution | 12MP | 16MP |
Anti aliasing filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 1:1, 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 | 1:1, 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 |
Max resolution | 3968 x 2976 | 4592 x 3448 |
Max native ISO | 12800 | 12800 |
Max enhanced ISO | - | 25600 |
Lowest native ISO | 100 | 160 |
RAW format | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Focus manually | ||
Touch focus | ||
Continuous autofocus | ||
Autofocus single | ||
Autofocus tracking | ||
Selective autofocus | ||
Autofocus center weighted | ||
Autofocus multi area | ||
Autofocus live view | ||
Face detection focus | ||
Contract detection focus | ||
Phase detection focus | ||
Number of focus points | 25 | - |
Cross focus points | - | - |
Lens | ||
Lens mounting type | fixed lens | Micro Four Thirds |
Lens focal range | 28-300mm (10.7x) | - |
Highest aperture | f/2.8 | - |
Macro focus distance | 5cm | - |
Total lenses | - | 107 |
Crop factor | 4.8 | 2.1 |
Screen | ||
Type of screen | Tilting | Tilting |
Screen sizing | 3 inches | 3 inches |
Resolution of screen | 1,040k dots | 1,040k dots |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch functionality | ||
Screen technology | LCD | TFT Color LCD with wide-viewing angle |
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder | Electronic | None |
Viewfinder resolution | 1,440k dots | - |
Viewfinder coverage | 100 percent | - |
Features | ||
Min shutter speed | 60s | 60s |
Max shutter speed | 1/2000s | 1/4000s |
Continuous shutter rate | 7.0fps | 4.0fps |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Manual mode | ||
Exposure compensation | Yes | Yes |
Custom white balance | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Integrated flash | ||
Flash range | - | 6.30 m |
Flash modes | Auto, redeye reduction, fill-on, off, redeye reduction slow sync, full, manual | Auto, On, Off, Red-Eye, Slow Sync |
Hot shoe | ||
AEB | ||
White balance bracketing | ||
Max flash synchronize | 1/2000s | 1/160s |
Exposure | ||
Multisegment | ||
Average | ||
Spot | ||
Partial | ||
AF area | ||
Center weighted | ||
Video features | ||
Supported video resolutions | 1920 x 1080 (30p), 1280 x 720 (30p); high speed: 640 x 480 (120p), 320 x 240 (240p) | 1920 x 1080 (60i PsF/30p in NTSC models, 50i PsF/25p on PAL), 1280 x 720p (60i PsF/30p in NTSC models, 50i PsF/25p on PAL), 640 x 480 (30/25fps) |
Max video resolution | 1920x1080 | 1920x1080 |
Video file format | MPEG-4, H.264 | MPEG-4, AVCHD |
Mic port | ||
Headphone port | ||
Connectivity | ||
Wireless | Built-In | Built-In |
Bluetooth | ||
NFC | ||
HDMI | ||
USB | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) |
GPS | None | None |
Physical | ||
Environment sealing | ||
Water proof | ||
Dust proof | ||
Shock proof | ||
Crush proof | ||
Freeze proof | ||
Weight | 402g (0.89 lb) | 323g (0.71 lb) |
Dimensions | 116 x 87 x 57mm (4.6" x 3.4" x 2.2") | 111 x 65 x 38mm (4.4" x 2.6" x 1.5") |
DXO scores | ||
DXO Overall score | 51 | 54 |
DXO Color Depth score | 20.7 | 20.7 |
DXO Dynamic range score | 11.6 | 10.6 |
DXO Low light score | 179 | 622 |
Other | ||
Battery life | 410 pictures | 340 pictures |
Form of battery | Battery Pack | Battery Pack |
Battery model | BLS-5 | - |
Self timer | Yes (2 or 12 sec, custom) | Yes (2 or 10 sec, 10 sec (3 images)) |
Time lapse feature | ||
Storage type | SD/SDHC/SDXC card | SD/SDHC/SDXC |
Card slots | One | One |
Price at release | $700 | $326 |