Olympus 1 vs Panasonic ZS70
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Olympus 1 vs Panasonic ZS70 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
- Replacement is Olympus 1s
(Full Review)
- 20MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 3" Tilting Screen
- ISO 80 - 3200 (Raise to 6400)
- Optical Image Stabilization
- 3840 x 2160 video
- 24-720mm (F3.3-6.4) lens
- 322g - 112 x 67 x 41mm
- Released April 2017
- Alternate Name is Lumix DMC-TZ90
- Succeeded the Panasonic ZS60
- Renewed by Panasonic ZS80
Olympus 1 vs Panasonic ZS70 Overview
On this page, we will be evaluating the Olympus 1 vs Panasonic ZS70, both Small Sensor Superzoom cameras by companies Olympus and Panasonic. There exists a noticeable gap among the resolutions of the 1 (12MP) and ZS70 (20MP) and the 1 (1/1.7") and ZS70 (1/2.3") provide totally different sensor sizes.
Photography GlossaryThe 1 was brought out 4 years earlier than the ZS70 which is a fairly sizable difference as far as camera technology is concerned. Both of the cameras have different body design with the Olympus 1 being a SLR-like (bridge) camera and the Panasonic ZS70 being a Compact camera.
Before delving into a complete comparison, here is a brief view of how the 1 scores versus the ZS70 with respect to portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.
Olympus 1 vs Panasonic ZS70 Gallery
Following is a preview of the gallery images for Olympus Stylus 1 & Panasonic Lumix DMC-ZS70. The entire galleries are available at Olympus 1 Gallery & Panasonic ZS70 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Olympus 1 over the Panasonic ZS70
1 | ZS70 |
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Reasons to pick Panasonic ZS70 over the Olympus 1
ZS70 | 1 | |||
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Released | April 2017 | November 2013 | Newer by 41 months | |
Selfie screen | Take selfies |
Common features in the Olympus 1 and Panasonic ZS70
1 | ZS70 | |||
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Focus manually | Dial precise focusing | |||
Screen type | Tilting | Tilting | Tilting screen | |
Screen dimensions | 3" | 3" | Equal screen dimensions | |
Screen resolution | 1040k | 1040k | The same screen resolution | |
Touch screen | Quickly navigate |
Olympus 1 vs Panasonic ZS70 Physical Comparison
For anyone who is intending to travel with your camera, you will want to consider its weight and measurements. The Olympus 1 comes with physical 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 ZS70 has proportions of 112mm x 67mm x 41mm (4.4" x 2.6" x 1.6") having a weight of 322 grams (0.71 lbs).
Look at the Olympus 1 vs Panasonic ZS70 in our brand new Camera & Lens Size Comparison Tool.Remember, the weight of an ILC will differ based on the lens you are employing during that time. Below is a front view over all size comparison of the 1 against the ZS70.
Looking at dimensions and weight, the portability grade of the 1 and ZS70 is 79 and 87 respectively.
Olympus 1 vs Panasonic ZS70 Sensor Comparison
More often than not, its difficult to envision the gap in sensor dimensions only by checking out specifications. The image here will give you a more clear sense of the sensor sizing in the 1 and ZS70.
Plainly, each of the cameras provide different megapixel count and different sensor dimensions. The 1 because of its bigger sensor will make achieving shallow DOF easier and the Panasonic ZS70 will produce greater detail having its extra 8MP. Higher resolution will also help you crop shots more aggressively. The more aged 1 will be behind in sensor tech.
Olympus 1 vs Panasonic ZS70 Screen and ViewFinder
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Olympus 1 vs Panasonic ZS70 Specifications
Olympus Stylus 1 | Panasonic Lumix DMC-ZS70 | |
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General Information | ||
Company | Olympus | Panasonic |
Model | Olympus Stylus 1 | Panasonic Lumix DMC-ZS70 |
Also referred to as | - | Lumix DMC-TZ90 |
Type | Small Sensor Superzoom | Small Sensor Superzoom |
Introduced | 2013-11-25 | 2017-04-19 |
Physical type | SLR-like (bridge) | Compact |
Sensor Information | ||
Powered by | TruePic VI | Venus Engine |
Sensor type | BSI-CMOS | BSI-CMOS |
Sensor size | 1/1.7" | 1/2.3" |
Sensor dimensions | 7.44 x 5.58mm | 6.17 x 4.55mm |
Sensor surface area | 41.5mm² | 28.1mm² |
Sensor resolution | 12MP | 20MP |
Anti aliasing filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 1:1, 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 | 1:1, 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 |
Maximum resolution | 3968 x 2976 | 5184 x 3888 |
Maximum native ISO | 12800 | 3200 |
Maximum boosted ISO | - | 6400 |
Minimum native ISO | 100 | 80 |
RAW format | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Focus manually | ||
Autofocus touch | ||
Continuous autofocus | ||
Autofocus single | ||
Autofocus tracking | ||
Autofocus selectice | ||
Center weighted autofocus | ||
Autofocus multi area | ||
Live view autofocus | ||
Face detection autofocus | ||
Contract detection autofocus | ||
Phase detection autofocus | ||
Number of focus points | 25 | 49 |
Lens | ||
Lens mount | fixed lens | fixed lens |
Lens focal range | 28-300mm (10.7x) | 24-720mm (30.0x) |
Largest aperture | f/2.8 | f/3.3-6.4 |
Macro focus distance | 5cm | 3cm |
Crop factor | 4.8 | 5.8 |
Screen | ||
Type of screen | Tilting | Tilting |
Screen diagonal | 3 inches | 3 inches |
Screen resolution | 1,040k dots | 1,040k dots |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch capability | ||
Screen technology | LCD | - |
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder type | Electronic | Electronic |
Viewfinder resolution | 1,440k dots | 1,166k dots |
Viewfinder coverage | 100 percent | 100 percent |
Viewfinder magnification | - | 0.46x |
Features | ||
Lowest shutter speed | 60s | 4s |
Highest shutter speed | 1/2000s | 1/2000s |
Highest silent shutter speed | - | 1/16000s |
Continuous shooting rate | 7.0 frames per second | 10.0 frames per second |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Manually set exposure | ||
Exposure compensation | Yes | Yes |
Change white balance | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Inbuilt flash | ||
Flash range | - | 5.60 m (at Auto ISO) |
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 | ||
WB bracketing | ||
Highest flash synchronize | 1/2000s | - |
Exposure | ||
Multisegment exposure | ||
Average exposure | ||
Spot exposure | ||
Partial exposure | ||
AF area exposure | ||
Center weighted exposure | ||
Video features | ||
Supported video resolutions | 1920 x 1080 (30p), 1280 x 720 (30p); high speed: 640 x 480 (120p), 320 x 240 (240p) | 3840 x 2160 (30p), 1920 x 1080 (60p, 60i, 30p), 1280 x 720 (30p), 640 x 480 (30p) |
Maximum video resolution | 1920x1080 | 3840x2160 |
Video 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 lbs) | 322g (0.71 lbs) |
Physical dimensions | 116 x 87 x 57mm (4.6" x 3.4" x 2.2") | 112 x 67 x 41mm (4.4" x 2.6" x 1.6") |
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 photographs | 380 photographs |
Style of battery | Battery Pack | Battery Pack |
Battery model | BLS-5 | - |
Self timer | Yes (2 or 12 sec, custom) | Yes (2 or 10 sec, 3 shots / 10 secs) |
Time lapse feature | ||
Storage type | SD/SDHC/SDXC card | SD/SDHC/SDXC |
Card slots | Single | Single |
Cost at launch | $700 | $450 |