Olympus 1s vs Panasonic G10

Here is a complete comparison of the Olympus 1s and Panasonic G10, former being a Small Sensor Superzoom while the latter is a Entry-Level Mirrorless by rivals Olympus and Panasonic. The image resolution of the 1s (12MP) and the G10 (12MP) is pretty well matched but the 1s (1/1.7") and G10 (Four Thirds) use different sensor sizes.

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The 1s was revealed 4 years later than the G10 and that is quite a big difference as far as tech is concerned. Each of these cameras offer different body type with the Olympus 1s being a SLR-like (bridge) camera and the Panasonic G10 being a SLR-style mirrorless camera.

Before we go straight into a thorough comparison, below is a simple view of how the 1s matches up against the G10 in terms of portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

This is a preview of the gallery images for Olympus Stylus 1s & Panasonic Lumix DMC-G10. The full galleries are viewable at Olympus 1s Gallery & Panasonic G10 Gallery.

In case you're aiming to carry your camera, you'll need to factor its weight and dimensions. The Olympus 1s offers outside dimensions of 116mm x 87mm x 57mm (4.6" x 3.4" x 2.2") accompanied by a weight of 402 grams (0.89 lbs) and the Panasonic G10 has dimensions of 124mm x 90mm x 74mm (4.9" x 3.5" x 2.9") accompanied by a weight of 388 grams (0.86 lbs).

Look at the Olympus 1s and Panasonic G10 in our brand new Camera & Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Keep in mind, the weight of an ILC will vary dependant on the lens you are utilising during that time. Following is the front view measurements comparison of the 1s against the G10.

Factoring in size and weight, the portability score of the 1s and G10 is 79 and 72 respectively.

Usually, it can be tough to imagine the gap between sensor sizing merely by looking at specifications. The graphic underneath might offer you a better sense of the sensor sizes in the 1s and G10.

To sum up, each of these cameras enjoy the same exact MP albeit different sensor sizing. The 1s offers the tinier sensor which should make getting shallower depth of field tougher. The more modern 1s should have an edge in sensor tech.