Olympus FE-25 vs Panasonic SZ3

On this page, we will be matching up the Olympus FE-25 versus Panasonic SZ3, former is a Ultracompact while the latter is a Small Sensor Compact by companies Olympus and Panasonic. There exists a substantial gap between the resolutions of the FE-25 (10MP) and SZ3 (16MP) but both cameras offer the same sensor measurements (1/2.3").

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The FE-25 was brought out 5 years earlier than the SZ3 which is quite a big difference as far as technology is concerned. Each of these cameras have different body design with the Olympus FE-25 being a Ultracompact camera and the Panasonic SZ3 being a Compact camera.

Before diving into a in depth comparison, here is a quick summation of how the FE-25 grades against the SZ3 with regard to portability, imaging, features and an overall score.

This is a preview of the gallery images for Olympus FE-25 & Panasonic Lumix DMC-SZ3. The entire galleries are viewable at Olympus FE-25 Gallery & Panasonic SZ3 Gallery.

If you're aiming to carry around your camera regularly, you should factor in its weight and volume. The Olympus FE-25 features outside measurements of 93mm x 62mm x 24mm (3.7" x 2.4" x 0.9") having a weight of n/a grams (0.00 lbs) whilst the Panasonic SZ3 has sizing of 95mm x 56mm x 22mm (3.7" x 2.2" x 0.9") with a weight of 126 grams (0.28 lbs).

Compare the Olympus FE-25 versus Panasonic SZ3 in our completely new Camera plus Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Don't forget, the weight of an ILC will vary depending on the lens you have attached at that moment. The following is a front view size comparison of the FE-25 against the SZ3.

Considering dimensions and weight, the portability grade of the FE-25 and SZ3 is 98 and 96 respectively.

Typically, it's difficult to visualise the gap between sensor sizes purely by going over technical specs. The pic underneath might offer you a clearer sense of the sensor sizing in the FE-25 and SZ3.

As you have seen, both of those cameras provide the same sensor dimensions albeit not the same megapixels. You can expect the Panasonic SZ3 to deliver more detail having its extra 6MP. Higher resolution will let you crop pictures more aggressively. The more aged FE-25 is going to be behind when it comes to sensor innovation.