Olympus 1 vs Panasonic LX7

On this page, we are analyzing the Olympus 1 and Panasonic LX7, former is a Small Sensor Superzoom while the other is a Small Sensor Compact by manufacturers Olympus and Panasonic. The image resolution of the 1 (12MP) and the LX7 (10MP) is fairly comparable and both cameras posses the same sensor sizing (1/1.7").

Photography Glossary

The 1 was introduced 14 months after the LX7 making them a generation away from one another. Both cameras have different body design with the Olympus 1 being a SLR-like (bridge) camera and the Panasonic LX7 being a Compact camera.

Before delving right into a complete comparison, here is a concise introduction of how the 1 scores vs the LX7 in terms of portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.

The following is a sample of the gallery pictures for Olympus Stylus 1 & Panasonic Lumix DMC-LX7. The whole galleries are viewable at Olympus 1 Gallery & Panasonic LX7 Gallery.

If you're aiming to travel with your camera regularly, you will want to consider its weight and measurements. The Olympus 1 comes with 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 LX7 has proportions of 111mm x 68mm x 46mm (4.4" x 2.7" x 1.8") accompanied by a weight of 298 grams (0.66 lbs).

Check out the Olympus 1 and Panasonic LX7 in our newest Camera & Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Keep in mind, the weight of an ILC will change based on the lens you are utilizing during that time. Here is a front view over all size comparison of the 1 versus the LX7.

Factoring in dimensions and weight, the portability rating of the 1 and LX7 is 79 and 86 respectively.

More often than not, it's difficult to visualize the contrast in sensor dimensions only by seeing specs. The picture here should give you a much better sense of the sensor sizing in the 1 and LX7.

All in all, each of these cameras provide the same sensor dimensions but different MP. You can anticipate the Olympus 1 to produce extra detail using its extra 2 Megapixels. Greater resolution can also let you crop images more aggressively. The more recent 1 should have an advantage with regard to sensor innovation.