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Olympus XZ-1 vs Olympus Stylus 1s
Olympus XZ-1
Camera summary
The Olympus XZ-1, made by Olympus, is a powerful Compact camera. Announced on Jan. 26, 2011.
See full specifications| Feature | Score |
|---|---|
| Autofocus specs |
2.3 out of 5 stars
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| Connectivity |
3.3 out of 5 stars
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| Exposure mode |
2.5 out of 5 stars
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| Photography features |
4.3 out of 5 stars
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| Physical |
0.3 out of 5 stars
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| Average Score |
2.5 out of 5 stars
|
Successor
This camera has now been superseeded by the Olympus Stylus 1s, which has more advanced features and characteristics, it would also be easier to get, especially new. Take that into account.
Aside from that, consider that you may probably need to update your camera soon and finding accesories could be more difficult compared to its successor. Of course you can expect a lower price for this camera as a compensation.
Compare this camera to its successor Olympus Stylus 1s
Sensor
This camera has a CCD sensor with a 10 Megapixels resolution.
Focus points
This camera has 11 focus points. AF Face detection available, ideal for portraits and selfies. It offers AF tracking, which allows you to track moving objects
Max video resolutions
Expect recording in 1280 x 720 with support for the following formats: Motion JPEG.
Connectivity
Built-in wireless connectivity. Support for HDMI, so you can connect it to screens, monitors or any compatible device. Support for USB, transfer files and upgrade your camera's software directly from your computer.
Battery life
The battery of this camera can last up to 320 shots per charge with the included Li-50B battery. Consider that this value can fluctuate and depends on the mAh of the battery (sometimes generic batteries have more mAh) and also on the usage, the amount of time you use the screen, the flash, etc.
Although this camera may have a decent battery life, its performance is not as great as the most powerful cameras. Always make sure to carry one extra battery, just in case.
Other features
This camera doesn't include a microphone port, which can be a major headache when recording video or interviews, consider it before buying it.
Olympus Stylus 1s
Camera summary
The Olympus Stylus 1s, made by Olympus, is a powerful SLR-like (bridge) camera. Announced on April 13, 2015.
See full specifications| Feature | Score |
|---|---|
| Autofocus specs |
4.1 out of 5 stars
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| Connectivity |
5.0 out of 5 stars
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| Exposure mode |
2.5 out of 5 stars
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| Photography features |
5.0 out of 5 stars
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| Physical |
0.4 out of 5 stars
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| Average Score |
3.4 out of 5 stars
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Predecessor
This camera builds on the success of its predecessor, the Olympus XZ-1, with advanced features and improved performance.
Compare this camera to the Olympus XZ-1
Sensor
This camera has a BSI-CMOS sensor with a 12 Megapixels resolution.
Focus points
This camera has 35 focus points. AF Face detection available, ideal for portraits and selfies. It offers AF tracking, which allows you to track moving objects
Max video resolutions
Expect recording in 1920 x 1080 with support for the following formats: MPEG-4, H.264.
Connectivity
Built-in wireless connectivity. Support for HDMI, so you can connect it to screens, monitors or any compatible device. Support for USB, transfer files and upgrade your camera's software directly from your computer.
Battery life
The battery of this camera can last up to 450 shots per charge with the included BLS-50 battery. Consider that this value can fluctuate and depends on the mAh of the battery (sometimes generic batteries have more mAh) and also on the usage, the amount of time you use the screen, the flash, etc.
Although this camera may have a decent battery life, its performance is not as great as the most powerful cameras. Always make sure to carry one extra battery, just in case.
Other features
This camera doesn't include a microphone port, which can be a major headache when recording video or interviews, consider it before buying it.
Autofocus specs |
Olympus XZ-1 | Olympus Stylus 1s |
|---|---|---|
| Af center | No |
Yes |
| Af continuous | No |
Yes |
| Af Contrast Detection | Yes |
Yes |
| Af Face detection | Yes |
Yes |
| Af live view | Yes |
Yes |
| Af multi area | No |
Yes |
| Af phase detection | No |
No |
| Af selective | No |
No |
| Af single | Yes |
Yes |
| Af touch | No |
Yes |
| Af tracking | Yes |
Yes |
| Number of cross focus points | - | - |
| Number of focus points | 11 | 35 |
Connectivity |
Olympus XZ-1 | Olympus Stylus 1s |
| HDMI | Yes |
Yes |
| USB | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) |
| Wireless connectivity | - | Built-In |
| DXO color depth | 18.8 | 0.0 |
| DXO dynamic range | 10.4 | 0.0 |
| DXO low light ISO | 117.0 | 0.0 |
| DXO overall score | 34.0 | 0.0 |
Exposure mode |
Olympus XZ-1 | Olympus Stylus 1s |
| AF area | No |
No |
| average | No |
No |
| Center weighted | Yes |
Yes |
| Multi segment | Yes |
Yes |
| partial | No |
No |
| spot | Yes |
Yes |
General |
Olympus XZ-1 | Olympus Stylus 1s |
| AKA | - | - |
| announced | Jan. 26, 2011 | April 13, 2015 |
| Body type | Compact | SLR-like (bridge) |
| brand | Olympus | Olympus |
| msrp | $99.50 | $0.00 |
| model | Olympus XZ-1 | Olympus Stylus 1s |
| Predecessor model | Olympus XZ-1 | |
| Successor model | Olympus Stylus 1s | |
Lense |
Olympus XZ-1 | Olympus Stylus 1s |
| Focal length multiplier | - | - |
| Lens mount | fixed lens | fixed lens |
| Manual focus | Yes |
Yes |
| Macro focus range | 1cm | 5cm |
| Number of lenses | - | - |
Other features |
Olympus XZ-1 | Olympus Stylus 1s |
| GPS | - | - |
| Self-timer | Yes (2 or 12 sec) | Yes (2 or 12 sec, custom) |
| Storage slots | 1 | 1 |
| Storage type | SD/SDHC/SDXC | SD/SDHC/SDXC card |
| Timelapse recording | No |
No |
Photography features |
Olympus XZ-1 | Olympus Stylus 1s |
| AE bracketing | No |
Yes |
| Aperture priority | Yes |
Yes |
| Built-in flash | Yes |
Yes |
| Custom white balance | Yes |
Yes |
| Exposure compensation | Yes |
Yes |
| External flash | Yes |
Yes |
| Flash modes | Auto, On, Off, Red-Eye, Fill-in | Auto, redeye reduction, fill-on, off, redeye reduction slow sync, full, manual |
| Flash range | 8.60 m (ISO 800) | 10.30 m (at ISO 1600) |
| Image stabilization | Yes |
Yes |
| Manual exposure mode | Yes |
Yes |
| Max continuous shooting | 2.0 fps | 7.0 fps |
| Max mechanical shutter speed | 1/2000s | 1/2000s |
| Minimum shutter speed | 60 | 60 |
| Shutter priority | Yes |
Yes |
| WB bracketing | Yes |
Yes |
Physical |
Olympus XZ-1 | Olympus Stylus 1s |
| Battery life | 320 shots | 450 shots |
| Battery model | Li-50B | BLS-50 |
| Battery type | Battery Pack | Battery Pack |
| Crush proof | No |
No |
| Dust proof | No |
No |
| Environmental sealing | No |
No |
| Freeze proof | No |
No |
| Physical dimensions | 111 x 65 x 42mm | 116 x 87 x 57mm |
| Shock proof | No |
No |
| Water proof | No |
No |
| Weight | 275 grs | 402 grs |
Screen |
Olympus XZ-1 | Olympus Stylus 1s |
| Live view | Yes |
Yes |
| Screen resolution | 614 | - |
| Screen size | - | - |
| Screen type | Fixed Type | Tilting |
| Touch screen | No |
Yes |
Sensor |
Olympus XZ-1 | Olympus Stylus 1s |
| Max boosted ISO | - | - |
| Max image resolution | 3664 x 2752 | 3968 x 2976 |
| Max native ISO | 6400 | 12800 |
| Min native ISO | 100 | 100 |
| RAW support | Yes |
Yes |
| Sensor area | - | - |
| Sensor dimensions | 8.07 x 5.56 mm | 7.44 x 5.58 mm |
| Sensor resolution | 10 | 12 |
| Sensor size | 1/1.63-inch | 1/1.7' |
| Sensor type | CCD | BSI-CMOS |
Headphone port |
Olympus XZ-1 | Olympus Stylus 1s |
| Headphone port | No |
No |
| Max video resolution | 1280 x 720 | 1920 x 1080 |
| Microphone port | No |
No |
| Video formats | Motion JPEG | MPEG-4, H.264 |
| Video resolutions | 1280 x 720 (30 fps), 640 x 480 (30 fps) | 1920 x 1080 (30p), 1280 x 720 (30p) |
Viewfinder |
Olympus XZ-1 | Olympus Stylus 1s |
| viewfinder | Electronic (optional) | Electronic |
| viewfinder coverage | - | - |
| viewfinder magnification | - | - |
| viewfinder resolution | no electronic viewfinder | 1,440k dots |