Olympus 1s vs Panasonic FX78

On this page, we will be reviewing the Olympus 1s versus Panasonic FX78, one is a Small Sensor Superzoom and the latter is a Small Sensor Compact by rivals Olympus and Panasonic. The sensor resolution of the 1s (12MP) and the FX78 (12MP) is pretty comparable but the 1s (1/1.7") and FX78 (1/2.3") offer totally different sensor sizes.

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The 1s was announced 4 years after the FX78 which is a fairly large gap as far as camera technology is concerned. Both of these cameras have different body design with the Olympus 1s being a SLR-like (bridge) camera and the Panasonic FX78 being a Compact camera.

Before we go right into a in depth comparison, here is a short synopsis of how the 1s grades against the FX78 in the way of portability, imaging, features and an overall score.

The following is a preview of the gallery images for Olympus Stylus 1s and Panasonic Lumix DMC-FX78. The whole galleries are viewable at Olympus 1s Gallery and Panasonic FX78 Gallery.

If you're planning to carry around your camera often, you're going to have to factor in its weight and size. The Olympus 1s offers external measurements of 116mm x 87mm x 57mm (4.6" x 3.4" x 2.2") having a weight of 402 grams (0.89 lbs) while the Panasonic FX78 has specifications of 100mm x 55mm x 21mm (3.9" x 2.2" x 0.8") accompanied by a weight of 142 grams (0.31 lbs).

Examine the Olympus 1s versus Panasonic FX78 in the latest Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Do not forget, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will change based on the lens you have at the time. Underneath is a front view measurements comparison of the 1s and the FX78.

Taking into account dimensions and weight, the portability grade of the 1s and FX78 is 79 and 95 respectively.

Sometimes, it is very difficult to envision the contrast in sensor sizes merely by checking out specs. The pic underneath should offer you a far better sense of the sensor measurements in the 1s and FX78.

All in all, both the cameras provide the same megapixel count albeit not the same sensor sizes. The 1s provides the bigger sensor which will make getting shallower depth of field simpler. The newer 1s will have an edge when it comes to sensor technology.