Olympus XZ-1 vs Panasonic LF1

The following is a extensive overview of the Olympus XZ-1 and Panasonic LF1, both Small Sensor Compact cameras by brands Olympus and Panasonic. The image resolution of the XZ-1 (10MP) and the LF1 (12MP) is pretty close but the XZ-1 (1/1.63") and LF1 (1/1.7") provide different sensor sizes.

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The XZ-1 was introduced 3 years before the LF1 which is a fairly big difference as far as camera technology is concerned. The two cameras feature the same body design (Compact).

Before diving right into a full comparison, here is a short highlight of how the XZ-1 grades versus the LF1 when it comes to portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.

This is a preview of the gallery images for Olympus XZ-1 & Panasonic Lumix DMC-LF1. The whole galleries are viewable at Olympus XZ-1 Gallery & Panasonic LF1 Gallery.

In case you're intending to travel with your camera, you will want to take into account its weight and volume. The Olympus XZ-1 offers outer measurements of 111mm x 65mm x 42mm (4.4" x 2.6" x 1.7") along with a weight of 275 grams (0.61 lbs) and the Panasonic LF1 has sizing of 103mm x 62mm x 28mm (4.1" x 2.4" x 1.1") along with a weight of 192 grams (0.42 lbs).

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Remember, the weight of an ILC will vary dependant on the lens you choose at the time. Below is a front view measurement comparison of the XZ-1 versus the LF1.

Taking into account dimensions and weight, the portability score of the XZ-1 and LF1 is 88 and 92 respectively.

More often than not, it can be difficult to picture the contrast in sensor dimensions merely by researching specifications. The picture underneath will provide you a stronger sense of the sensor sizing in the XZ-1 and LF1.

Plainly, each of the cameras feature different megapixel count and different sensor dimensions. The XZ-1 with its bigger sensor is going to make shooting shallower DOF less difficult and the Panasonic LF1 will provide you with greater detail using its extra 2 Megapixels. Higher resolution can also help you crop photographs way more aggressively. The more aged XZ-1 will be disadvantaged with regard to sensor technology.