Olympus XZ-1 vs Panasonic SZ10

Below, we are evaluating the Olympus XZ-1 and Panasonic SZ10, one is a Small Sensor Compact and the other is a Small Sensor Superzoom by brands Olympus and Panasonic. There exists a huge gap among the sensor resolutions of the XZ-1 (10MP) and SZ10 (16MP) and the XZ-1 (1/1.63") and SZ10 (1/2.3") come with totally different sensor measurements.

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The XZ-1 was brought out 5 years earlier than the SZ10 which is a fairly significant gap as far as camera technology is concerned. Each of the cameras come with the identical body type (Compact).

Before delving straight into a thorough comparison, below is a concise introduction of how the XZ-1 scores against the SZ10 with regards to portability, imaging, features and an overall score.

Following is a sample of the gallery pics for Olympus XZ-1 and Panasonic Lumix DMC-SZ10. The entire galleries are provided at Olympus XZ-1 Gallery and Panasonic SZ10 Gallery.

If you are going to carry around your camera, you'll have to consider its weight and dimensions. The Olympus XZ-1 has got outside measurements of 111mm x 65mm x 42mm (4.4" x 2.6" x 1.7") accompanied by a weight of 275 grams (0.61 lbs) whilst the Panasonic SZ10 has dimensions of 99mm x 60mm x 30mm (3.9" x 2.4" x 1.2") having a weight of 177 grams (0.39 lbs).

Contrast the Olympus XZ-1 and Panasonic SZ10 in the latest Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Take into account, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will differ dependant on the lens you select during that time. Here is the front view over all size comparison of the XZ-1 vs the SZ10.

Considering dimensions and weight, the portability rating of the XZ-1 and SZ10 is 88 and 93 respectively.

Sometimes, it can be tough to see the contrast in sensor sizes only by looking through a spec sheet. The image underneath should offer you a more clear sense of the sensor measurements in the XZ-1 and SZ10.

As you can see, both the cameras have got different resolutions and different sensor sizes. The XZ-1 because of its larger sensor will make getting shallower DOF simpler and the Panasonic SZ10 will render greater detail having its extra 6MP. Greater resolution will also help you crop pics much more aggressively. The more aged XZ-1 will be behind when it comes to sensor tech.