Olympus 1s vs Panasonic ZS10

Lets examine more closely at the Olympus 1s vs Panasonic ZS10, both Small Sensor Superzoom digital cameras by rivals Olympus and Panasonic. The image resolution of the 1s (12MP) and the ZS10 (14MP) is relatively well matched but the 1s (1/1.7") and ZS10 (1/2.3") enjoy different sensor measurements.

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The 1s was manufactured 4 years after the ZS10 which is quite a significant gap as far as technology is concerned. Each of these cameras come with different body type with the Olympus 1s being a SLR-like (bridge) camera and the Panasonic ZS10 being a Compact camera.

Before we go in to a in-depth comparison, below is a quick summation of how the 1s grades versus the ZS10 with regard to portability, imaging, features and an overall score.

Following is a preview of the gallery photos for Olympus Stylus 1s and Panasonic Lumix DMC-ZS10. The entire galleries are available at Olympus 1s Gallery and Panasonic ZS10 Gallery.

If you're looking to carry around your camera often, you should consider its weight and measurements. The Olympus 1s features external dimensions of 116mm x 87mm x 57mm (4.6" x 3.4" x 2.2") with a weight of 402 grams (0.89 lbs) while the Panasonic ZS10 has proportions of 105mm x 58mm x 33mm (4.1" x 2.3" x 1.3") accompanied by a weight of 219 grams (0.48 lbs).

Compare the Olympus 1s vs Panasonic ZS10 in the all new Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Bear in mind, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will change based on the lens you have at that moment. Here is the front view size comparison of the 1s vs the ZS10.

Looking at dimensions and weight, the portability grade of the 1s and ZS10 is 79 and 91 respectively.

Normally, it is tough to imagine the gap between sensor sizes merely by checking a spec sheet. The pic here might offer you a better sense of the sensor dimensions in the 1s and ZS10.

As you can see, the 2 cameras have got different megapixels and different sensor sizes. The 1s featuring a bigger sensor is going to make achieving shallow depth of field easier and the Panasonic ZS10 will give more detail due to its extra 2MP. Higher resolution will help you crop pictures much more aggressively. The newer 1s should have a benefit when it comes to sensor technology.