Olympus 1s vs Panasonic FZ47

In this write-up, we are matching up the Olympus 1s vs Panasonic FZ47, both Small Sensor Superzoom digital cameras by rivals Olympus and Panasonic. The image resolution of the 1s (12MP) and the FZ47 (12MP) is fairly well matched but the 1s (1/1.7") and FZ47 (1/2.3") enjoy totally different sensor sizes.

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The 1s was revealed 3 years later than the FZ47 and that is quite a sizable difference as far as tech is concerned. Both of the cameras offer the identical body type (SLR-like (bridge)).

Before getting through a step-by-step comparison, below is a quick highlight of how the 1s scores against the FZ47 in terms of portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.

This is a sample of the gallery pictures for Olympus Stylus 1s & Panasonic Lumix DMC-FZ47. The full galleries are provided at Olympus 1s Gallery & Panasonic FZ47 Gallery.

In case you're looking to lug around your camera regularly, you need to factor its weight and size. The Olympus 1s has got outside dimensions 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 FZ47 has specifications of 120mm x 80mm x 92mm (4.7" x 3.1" x 3.6") accompanied by a weight of 498 grams (1.10 lbs).

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Do not forget, the weight of an ILC will differ based on the lens you are employing at that time. Below is the front view overall size comparison of the 1s against the FZ47.

Considering size and weight, the portability grade of the 1s and FZ47 is 79 and 68 respectively.

In many cases, it's difficult to visualise the gap between sensor measurements purely by looking at specs. The visual underneath will help give you a better sense of the sensor dimensions in the 1s and FZ47.

As you can plainly see, each of these cameras offer the same exact resolution but not the same sensor measurements. The 1s has got the larger sensor which will make obtaining shallower depth of field less difficult. The newer 1s will have an advantage when it comes to sensor tech.