Olympus 1s vs Panasonic LS5

In this write-up, we are analyzing the Olympus 1s vs Panasonic LS5, one being a Small Sensor Superzoom and the other is a Small Sensor Compact by rivals Olympus and Panasonic. The resolution of the 1s (12MP) and the LS5 (14MP) is very similar but the 1s (1/1.7") and LS5 (1/2.3") use different sensor dimensions.

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The 1s was introduced 3 years later than the LS5 and that is quite a serious gap as far as technology is concerned. Each of the cameras offer different body type with the Olympus 1s being a SLR-like (bridge) camera and the Panasonic LS5 being a Compact camera.

Before getting straight into a complete comparison, below is a simple overview of how the 1s scores against the LS5 in terms of portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

Below is a sample of the gallery pics for Olympus Stylus 1s and Panasonic Lumix DMC-LS5. The whole galleries are viewable at Olympus 1s Gallery and Panasonic LS5 Gallery.

For anybody who is looking to carry your camera regularly, you will need to consider its weight and measurements. The Olympus 1s offers external 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 LS5 has proportions of 97mm x 62mm x 27mm (3.8" x 2.4" x 1.1") along with a weight of 126 grams (0.28 lbs).

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Remember, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will differ depending on the lens you select during that time. Following is the front view over all size comparison of the 1s and the LS5.

Taking into consideration dimensions and weight, the portability grade of the 1s and LS5 is 79 and 94 respectively.

Quite often, it can be tough to visualize the contrast between sensor sizing merely by going over specs. The graphic here may give you a greater sense of the sensor sizes in the 1s and LS5.

As you can plainly see, both the cameras enjoy different megapixels and different sensor sizing. The 1s using its larger sensor is going to make shooting bokeh simpler and the Panasonic LS5 will offer extra detail using its extra 2MP. Greater resolution will also let you crop photos far more aggressively. The younger 1s provides a benefit with regard to sensor tech.