Olympus 1s vs Panasonic LZ40

On this page, we are analyzing the Olympus 1s versus Panasonic LZ40, both Small Sensor Superzoom cameras by manufacturers Olympus and Panasonic. There is a sizable difference among the sensor resolutions of the 1s (12MP) and LZ40 (20MP) and the 1s (1/1.7") and LZ40 (1/2.3") have different sensor size.

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The 1s was introduced 16 months after the LZ40 making them a generation away from each other. Both the cameras have the same body design (SLR-like (bridge)).

Before going straight to a step-by-step comparison, here is a simple introduction of how the 1s grades versus the LZ40 for portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.

Following is a sample of the gallery pictures for Olympus Stylus 1s & Panasonic Lumix DMC-LZ40. The whole galleries are available at Olympus 1s Gallery & Panasonic LZ40 Gallery.

In case you're looking to travel with your camera often, you will need to think about its weight and size. The Olympus 1s enjoys 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) while the Panasonic LZ40 has specifications of 126mm x 87mm x 94mm (5.0" x 3.4" x 3.7") accompanied by a weight of 524 grams (1.16 lbs).

Check out the Olympus 1s versus Panasonic LZ40 in our newest Camera & Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Keep in mind, the weight of an ILC will vary dependant on the lens you have attached at that moment. Following is a front view measurement comparison of the 1s versus the LZ40.

Using size and weight, the portability rating of the 1s and LZ40 is 79 and 67 respectively.

Oftentimes, it is hard to visualize the contrast in sensor dimensions only by checking out technical specs. The pic here may offer you a stronger sense of the sensor dimensions in the 1s and LZ40.

As you have seen, both the cameras have different megapixels and different sensor dimensions. The 1s having a larger sensor is going to make achieving shallow DOF easier and the Panasonic LZ40 will provide greater detail using its extra 8MP. Greater resolution will also enable you to crop pics a bit more aggressively. The younger 1s should have an advantage when it comes to sensor technology.