Olympus 1 vs Panasonic ZS25

The following is a extensive analysis of the Olympus 1 and Panasonic ZS25, both Small Sensor Superzoom digital cameras by companies Olympus and Panasonic. There is a big difference between the resolutions of the 1 (12MP) and ZS25 (16MP) and the 1 (1/1.7") and ZS25 (1/2.3") feature different sensor measurements.

Japan-exclusive Leica Leitz Phone 3 features big sensor and new modes

The 1 was announced 11 months after the ZS25 which means that they are of a similar generation. Both of these cameras come with different body type with the Olympus 1 being a SLR-like (bridge) camera and the Panasonic ZS25 being a Compact camera.

Before diving through a in-depth comparison, below is a quick overview of how the 1 matches up versus the ZS25 in terms of portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.

This is a sample of the gallery pictures for Olympus Stylus 1 and Panasonic Lumix DMC-ZS25. The whole galleries are available at Olympus 1 Gallery and Panasonic ZS25 Gallery.

In case you're aiming to travel with your camera regularly, you'll have to factor its weight and volume. The Olympus 1 offers 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) while the Panasonic ZS25 has sizing of 105mm x 59mm x 28mm (4.1" x 2.3" x 1.1") and a weight of 193 grams (0.43 lbs).

Look at the Olympus 1 and Panasonic ZS25 in the latest Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Do not forget, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will differ dependant on the lens you have chosen during that time. Underneath is the front view size comparison of the 1 compared to the ZS25.

Using size and weight, the portability grade of the 1 and ZS25 is 79 and 93 respectively.

Often, it can be hard to picture the difference between sensor dimensions just by reviewing specs. The picture here might give you a better sense of the sensor sizing in the 1 and ZS25.

All in all, both of the cameras posses different resolutions and different sensor dimensions. The 1 using its larger sensor is going to make shooting bokeh less difficult and the Panasonic ZS25 will deliver extra detail with its extra 4MP. Greater resolution will also let you crop photos somewhat more aggressively. The newer 1 should have an advantage with regard to sensor technology.