Olympus 1s vs Panasonic FZ35

Following is a extended overview of the Olympus 1s and Panasonic FZ35, both Small Sensor Superzoom cameras by competitors Olympus and Panasonic. The resolution of the 1s (12MP) and the FZ35 (12MP) is fairly comparable but the 1s (1/1.7") and FZ35 (1/2.3") provide totally different sensor dimensions.

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The 1s was manufactured 4 years after the FZ35 which is a fairly big gap as far as camera tech is concerned. The two cameras feature the same body design (SLR-like (bridge)).

Before getting straight to a full comparison, here is a simple introduction of how the 1s matches up versus the FZ35 when it comes to portability, imaging, features and an overall score.

This is a sample of the gallery pictures for Olympus Stylus 1s and Panasonic Lumix DMC-FZ35. The entire galleries are provided at Olympus 1s Gallery and Panasonic FZ35 Gallery.

For anyone who is aiming to carry around your camera frequently, you'll have to factor its weight and proportions. The Olympus 1s has got physical dimensions of 116mm x 87mm x 57mm (4.6" x 3.4" x 2.2") having a weight of 402 grams (0.89 lbs) and the Panasonic FZ35 has measurements of 118mm x 76mm x 89mm (4.6" x 3.0" x 3.5") and a weight of 397 grams (0.88 lbs).

Analyze the Olympus 1s and Panasonic FZ35 in the new Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Do not forget, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will vary depending on the lens you have at that moment. Underneath is a front view dimensions comparison of the 1s vs the FZ35.

Factoring in size and weight, the portability score of the 1s and FZ35 is 79 and 72 respectively.

In many cases, it can be difficult to visualise the contrast in sensor sizes simply by checking out technical specs. The pic here may provide you a stronger sense of the sensor dimensions in the 1s and FZ35.

As you can tell, the two cameras feature the identical resolution but not the same sensor sizes. The 1s has got the larger sensor which is going to make getting shallower DOF simpler. The newer 1s will have a benefit with regard to sensor tech.