Olympus 1s vs Panasonic ZS50

Below, we will be contrasting the Olympus 1s versus Panasonic ZS50, both Small Sensor Superzoom digital cameras by rivals Olympus and Panasonic. The image resolution of the 1s (12MP) and the ZS50 (12MP) is relatively well matched but the 1s (1/1.7") and ZS50 (1/2.3") enjoy different sensor measurements.

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The 1s was released 4 months later than the ZS50 which means that they are both of a similar age. Both cameras come with different body type with the Olympus 1s being a SLR-like (bridge) camera and the Panasonic ZS50 being a Compact camera.

Before diving straight into a more detailed comparison, below is a simple summation of how the 1s grades vs the ZS50 in the way of portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

Following is a preview of the gallery photos for Olympus Stylus 1s & Panasonic Lumix DMC-ZS50. The complete galleries are provided at Olympus 1s Gallery & Panasonic ZS50 Gallery.

For anyone who is looking to carry your camera frequently, you're going to have to consider its weight and proportions. The Olympus 1s enjoys outside measurements 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 ZS50 has measurements of 111mm x 65mm x 34mm (4.4" x 2.6" x 1.3") and a weight of 243 grams (0.54 lbs).

Examine the Olympus 1s versus Panasonic ZS50 in our completely new Camera & Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Remember, the weight of an ILC will change based on the lens you are utilising at the time. Here is the front view measurements comparison of the 1s and the ZS50.

Considering dimensions and weight, the portability rating of the 1s and ZS50 is 79 and 90 respectively.

Normally, it is tough to picture the gap between sensor sizing simply by checking specifications. The photograph here might give you a stronger sense of the sensor measurements in the 1s and ZS50.

To sum up, each of these cameras posses the exact same megapixel count albeit different sensor sizing. The 1s includes the bigger sensor which should make obtaining bokeh easier.