Olympus E-510 vs Panasonic FZ150

On this page, we will be comparing the Olympus E-510 vs Panasonic FZ150, former is a Advanced DSLR while the latter is a Small Sensor Superzoom by brands Olympus and Panasonic. The resolution of the E-510 (10MP) and the FZ150 (12MP) is relatively comparable but the E-510 (Four Thirds) and FZ150 (1/2.3") posses different sensor size.

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The E-510 was unveiled 5 years before the FZ150 which is a fairly serious difference as far as camera tech is concerned. Both of the cameras have different body design with the Olympus E-510 being a Mid-size SLR camera and the Panasonic FZ150 being a SLR-like (bridge) camera.

Before getting into a complete comparison, here is a simple summary of how the E-510 matches up against the FZ150 with regard to portability, imaging, features and an overall score.

This is a preview of the gallery photos for Olympus E-510 & Panasonic Lumix DMC-FZ150. The full galleries are available at Olympus E-510 Gallery & Panasonic FZ150 Gallery.

If you're planning to carry around your camera, you should factor in its weight and dimensions. The Olympus E-510 comes with outer measurements of 136mm x 92mm x 68mm (5.4" x 3.6" x 2.7") accompanied by a weight of 490 grams (1.08 lbs) whilst the Panasonic FZ150 has dimensions of 124mm x 82mm x 92mm (4.9" x 3.2" x 3.6") and a weight of 528 grams (1.16 lbs).

Take a look at the Olympus E-510 vs Panasonic FZ150 in our completely new Camera & Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Don't forget, the weight of an ILC will vary depending on the lens you choose at the time. Below is a front view scale comparison of the E-510 against the FZ150.

Looking at size and weight, the portability rating of the E-510 and FZ150 is 69 and 67 respectively.

Oftentimes, it can be tough to imagine the contrast in sensor sizes simply by going through specs. The image here may provide you a stronger sense of the sensor measurements in the E-510 and FZ150.

All in all, each of the cameras have different megapixel count and different sensor sizes. The E-510 with its bigger sensor is going to make achieving shallower DOF easier and the Panasonic FZ150 will show extra detail having an extra 2MP. Higher resolution will also help you crop photographs a bit more aggressively. The more aged E-510 will be disadvantaged in sensor tech.