Olympus XZ-10 vs Panasonic GF1

On this page, we are matching up the Olympus XZ-10 versus Panasonic GF1, former is a Small Sensor Compact while the other is a Entry-Level Mirrorless by rivals Olympus and Panasonic. The image resolution of the XZ-10 (12MP) and the GF1 (12MP) is fairly similar but the XZ-10 (1/2.3") and GF1 (Four Thirds) boast different sensor measurements.

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The XZ-10 was brought out 3 years after the GF1 which is quite a significant difference as far as technology is concerned. Each of these cameras have different body design with the Olympus XZ-10 being a Compact camera and the Panasonic GF1 being a Rangefinder-style mirrorless camera.

Before diving right into a in-depth comparison, here is a short view of how the XZ-10 scores against the GF1 with respect to portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.

The following is a sample of the gallery pictures for Olympus Stylus XZ-10 & Panasonic Lumix DMC-GF1. The entire galleries are available at Olympus XZ-10 Gallery & Panasonic GF1 Gallery.

For anyone who is going to travel with your camera regularly, you'll need to take into account its weight and proportions. The Olympus XZ-10 features outer measurements of 102mm x 61mm x 34mm (4.0" x 2.4" x 1.3") with a weight of 221 grams (0.49 lbs) whilst the Panasonic GF1 has measurements of 119mm x 71mm x 36mm (4.7" x 2.8" x 1.4") with a weight of 385 grams (0.85 lbs).

Contrast the Olympus XZ-10 versus Panasonic GF1 in our completely new Camera & Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Remember, the weight of an ILC will vary depending on the lens you are employing at that time. Here is a front view dimensions comparison of the XZ-10 vs the GF1.

Factoring in dimensions and weight, the portability rating of the XZ-10 and GF1 is 91 and 85 respectively.

Normally, it's hard to visualize the gap between sensor dimensions merely by reviewing specs. The image below should give you a greater sense of the sensor measurements in the XZ-10 and GF1.

All in all, both of those cameras have the same megapixel count but different sensor dimensions. The XZ-10 features the tinier sensor which should make achieving shallower depth of field trickier. The younger XZ-10 provides an advantage with regard to sensor innovation.