Olympus 1 vs Panasonic LX5

Here, we are comparing the Olympus 1 versus Panasonic LX5, one is a Small Sensor Superzoom and the other is a Small Sensor Compact by manufacturers Olympus and Panasonic. The resolution of the 1 (12MP) and the LX5 (10MP) is fairly comparable but the 1 (1/1.7") and LX5 (1/1.63") have totally different sensor size.

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The 1 was revealed 24 months after the LX5 making them a generation away from one another. Both cameras feature different body design with the Olympus 1 being a SLR-like (bridge) camera and the Panasonic LX5 being a Compact camera.

Before diving right into a more detailed comparison, here is a brief introduction of how the 1 grades against the LX5 with regards to portability, imaging, features and an overall score.

The following is a sample of the gallery pictures for Olympus Stylus 1 and Panasonic Lumix DMC-LX5. The full galleries are available at Olympus 1 Gallery and Panasonic LX5 Gallery.

If you are aiming to carry around your camera often, you should think about its weight and size. The Olympus 1 features outer dimensions of 116mm x 87mm x 57mm (4.6" x 3.4" x 2.2") having a weight of 402 grams (0.89 lbs) and the Panasonic LX5 has specifications of 110mm x 65mm x 43mm (4.3" x 2.6" x 1.7") and a weight of 271 grams (0.60 lbs).

Look at the Olympus 1 versus Panasonic LX5 in the latest Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Keep in mind, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will change dependant on the lens you use during that time. Underneath is a front view measurement comparison of the 1 compared to the LX5.

Considering dimensions and weight, the portability grade of the 1 and LX5 is 79 and 88 respectively.

Normally, its tough to envision the gap in sensor sizes merely by seeing technical specs. The image underneath will help provide you a clearer sense of the sensor dimensions in the 1 and LX5.

As you can tell, both of those cameras feature different megapixels and different sensor sizes. The 1 having a larger sensor will make getting bokeh less difficult and the Olympus 1 will produce extra detail because of its extra 2MP. Greater resolution will let you crop photos way more aggressively. The newer 1 will have an advantage when it comes to sensor innovation.