Olympus 1 vs Panasonic LZ40
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Olympus 1 vs Panasonic LZ40 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
- Announced November 2013
- Updated by Olympus 1s
(Full Review)
- 20MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 3" Fixed Display
- ISO 100 - 1600 (Boost to 6400)
- Optical Image Stabilization
- 1280 x 720 video
- 22-924mm (F3.0-6.5) lens
- 524g - 126 x 87 x 94mm
- Introduced January 2014
- Older Model is Panasonic LZ30
Olympus 1 vs Panasonic LZ40 Overview
In this write-up, we are contrasting the Olympus 1 versus Panasonic LZ40, both Small Sensor Superzoom digital cameras by manufacturers Olympus and Panasonic. There is a considerable difference between the sensor resolutions of the 1 (12MP) and LZ40 (20MP) and the 1 (1/1.7") and LZ40 (1/2.3") feature totally different sensor size.
Samsung Releases Faster Versions of EVO MicroSD CardsThe 1 was launched around the same time to the LZ40 which means that they are both of a similar age. Each of the cameras offer the identical body type (SLR-like (bridge)).
Before delving through a step-by-step comparison, below is a concise synopsis of how the 1 matches up against the LZ40 with regard to portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.
Olympus 1 vs Panasonic LZ40 Gallery
This is a sample of the gallery pics for Olympus Stylus 1 & Panasonic Lumix DMC-LZ40. The complete galleries are viewable at Olympus 1 Gallery & Panasonic LZ40 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Olympus 1 over the Panasonic LZ40
1 | LZ40 | |||
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Manually focus | Dial accurate focusing | |||
Display type | Tilting | Fixed | Tilting display | |
Display resolution | 1040k | 460k | Crisper display (+580k dot) | |
Touch friendly display | Easily navigate |
Reasons to pick Panasonic LZ40 over the Olympus 1
LZ40 | 1 |
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Common features in the Olympus 1 and Panasonic LZ40
1 | LZ40 | |||
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Introduced | November 2013 | January 2014 | Similar age | |
Display sizing | 3" | 3" | Equivalent display size | |
Selfie screen | Neither offers selfie screen |
Olympus 1 vs Panasonic LZ40 Physical Comparison
When you are going to carry your camera, you need to factor in its weight and measurements. The Olympus 1 offers exterior measurements of 116mm x 87mm x 57mm (4.6" x 3.4" x 2.2") with a weight of 402 grams (0.89 lbs) while the Panasonic LZ40 has proportions of 126mm x 87mm x 94mm (5.0" x 3.4" x 3.7") having a weight of 524 grams (1.16 lbs).
Check out the Olympus 1 versus Panasonic LZ40 in our brand new Camera plus Lens Size Comparison Tool.Always remember, the weight of an ILC will differ dependant on the lens you are utilising at the time. The following is the front view over all size comparison of the 1 against the LZ40.
Looking at size and weight, the portability rating of the 1 and LZ40 is 79 and 67 respectively.
Olympus 1 vs Panasonic LZ40 Sensor Comparison
Usually, it's difficult to envision the difference between sensor sizing merely by reviewing a spec sheet. The photograph below will provide you a stronger sense of the sensor sizing in the 1 and LZ40.
Clearly, both of the cameras offer different resolutions and different sensor sizing. The 1 featuring a larger sensor will make shooting shallow depth of field less difficult and the Panasonic LZ40 will deliver extra detail utilizing its extra 8 Megapixels. Greater resolution will let you crop photos a little more aggressively.
Olympus 1 vs Panasonic LZ40 Screen and ViewFinder
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Olympus 1 vs Panasonic LZ40 Specifications
Olympus Stylus 1 | Panasonic Lumix DMC-LZ40 | |
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General Information | ||
Manufacturer | Olympus | Panasonic |
Model | Olympus Stylus 1 | Panasonic Lumix DMC-LZ40 |
Category | Small Sensor Superzoom | Small Sensor Superzoom |
Announced | 2013-11-25 | 2014-01-06 |
Body design | SLR-like (bridge) | SLR-like (bridge) |
Sensor Information | ||
Processor | TruePic VI | - |
Sensor type | BSI-CMOS | CCD |
Sensor size | 1/1.7" | 1/2.3" |
Sensor measurements | 7.44 x 5.58mm | 6.17 x 4.55mm |
Sensor area | 41.5mm² | 28.1mm² |
Sensor resolution | 12 megapixels | 20 megapixels |
Anti aliasing filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 1:1, 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 | 1:1, 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 |
Highest resolution | 3968 x 2976 | 5152 x 3864 |
Highest native ISO | 12800 | 1600 |
Highest boosted ISO | - | 6400 |
Lowest native ISO | 100 | 100 |
RAW pictures | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Manual focus | ||
AF touch | ||
Continuous AF | ||
Single AF | ||
AF tracking | ||
Selective AF | ||
AF center weighted | ||
AF multi area | ||
AF live view | ||
Face detection focusing | ||
Contract detection focusing | ||
Phase detection focusing | ||
Number of focus points | 25 | 9 |
Lens | ||
Lens mounting type | fixed lens | fixed lens |
Lens focal range | 28-300mm (10.7x) | 22-924mm (42.0x) |
Max aperture | f/2.8 | f/3.0-6.5 |
Macro focus distance | 5cm | 1cm |
Focal length multiplier | 4.8 | 5.8 |
Screen | ||
Range of screen | Tilting | Fixed Type |
Screen sizing | 3" | 3" |
Resolution of screen | 1,040k dot | 460k dot |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch screen | ||
Screen tech | LCD | TFT LCD |
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder | Electronic | None |
Viewfinder resolution | 1,440k dot | - |
Viewfinder coverage | 100 percent | - |
Features | ||
Slowest shutter speed | 60s | 15s |
Maximum shutter speed | 1/2000s | 1/1500s |
Continuous shooting speed | 7.0 frames per second | 1.0 frames per second |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Manually set exposure | ||
Exposure compensation | Yes | Yes |
Custom WB | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Integrated flash | ||
Flash range | - | 10.80 m |
Flash modes | Auto, redeye reduction, fill-on, off, redeye reduction slow sync, full, manual | Auto, Auto/Red-eye Reduction, Forced On, Slow Sync./Red-eye Reduction, Forced Off |
Hot shoe | ||
AE bracketing | ||
White balance bracketing | ||
Maximum flash sync | 1/2000s | - |
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) | 1280 x 720 (30p), 640 x 480 (30p), 320 x 240 (30p) |
Highest video resolution | 1920x1080 | 1280x720 |
Video format | MPEG-4, H.264 | Motion JPEG |
Microphone input | ||
Headphone input | ||
Connectivity | ||
Wireless | Built-In | None |
Bluetooth | ||
NFC | ||
HDMI | ||
USB | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) |
GPS | None | None |
Physical | ||
Environmental seal | ||
Water proof | ||
Dust proof | ||
Shock proof | ||
Crush proof | ||
Freeze proof | ||
Weight | 402 grams (0.89 lbs) | 524 grams (1.16 lbs) |
Dimensions | 116 x 87 x 57mm (4.6" x 3.4" x 2.2") | 126 x 87 x 94mm (5.0" x 3.4" x 3.7") |
DXO scores | ||
DXO All around score | 51 | not tested |
DXO Color Depth score | 20.7 | not tested |
DXO Dynamic range score | 11.6 | not tested |
DXO Low light score | 179 | not tested |
Other | ||
Battery life | 410 pictures | 320 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) |
Time lapse shooting | ||
Storage media | SD/SDHC/SDXC card | SD/SDHC/SDXC, Internal |
Storage slots | 1 | 1 |
Price at launch | $700 | $219 |