Olympus XZ-10 vs Panasonic ZS45

Let's look more in depth at the Olympus XZ-10 and Panasonic ZS45, one is a Small Sensor Compact and the other is a Small Sensor Superzoom by rivals Olympus and Panasonic. There exists a huge gap among the resolutions of the XZ-10 (12MP) and ZS45 (16MP) but both cameras offer the identical sensor sizes (1/2.3").

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The XZ-10 was introduced 23 months before the ZS45 making them a generation away from one another. Each of these cameras feature the same body design (Compact).

Before going straight to a full comparison, here is a simple highlight of how the XZ-10 scores against the ZS45 with regards to portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.

Below is a sample of the gallery pictures for Olympus Stylus XZ-10 and Panasonic Lumix DMC-ZS45. The whole galleries are viewable at Olympus XZ-10 Gallery and Panasonic ZS45 Gallery.

If you're planning to travel with your camera often, you should factor its weight and size. The Olympus XZ-10 features exterior measurements of 102mm x 61mm x 34mm (4.0" x 2.4" x 1.3") having a weight of 221 grams (0.49 lbs) whilst the Panasonic ZS45 has specifications of 108mm x 60mm x 32mm (4.3" x 2.4" x 1.3") along with a weight of 249 grams (0.55 lbs).

Analyze the Olympus XZ-10 and Panasonic ZS45 in the all new Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Take into account, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will change depending on the lens you are working with at that time. Below is a front view dimensions comparison of the XZ-10 against the ZS45.

Factoring in dimensions and weight, the portability rating of the XZ-10 and ZS45 is 91 and 91 respectively.

More often than not, it can be hard to picture the contrast in sensor dimensions just by viewing technical specs. The pic here will give you a clearer sense of the sensor sizing in the XZ-10 and ZS45.

As you can tell, both of the cameras feature the identical sensor size but different resolution. You should anticipate the Panasonic ZS45 to result in extra detail using its extra 4 Megapixels. Greater resolution will allow you to crop photos way more aggressively. The more aged XZ-10 will be disadvantaged in sensor technology.