Olympus 1 vs Panasonic ZS70

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.

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The 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.

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.

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.

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.