Olympus FE-45 vs Panasonic FP8

Here is a in depth analysis of the Olympus FE-45 versus Panasonic FP8, one being a Small Sensor Compact and the latter is a Ultracompact by manufacturers Olympus and Panasonic. The resolution of the FE-45 (10MP) and the FP8 (12MP) is relatively comparable and they enjoy the same exact sensor dimensions (1/2.3").

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The FE-45 was brought out 6 months prior to the FP8 and they are both of a similar generation. The two cameras offer different body type with the Olympus FE-45 being a Compact camera and the Panasonic FP8 being a Ultracompact camera.

Before we go straight into a in-depth comparison, below is a brief highlight of how the FE-45 grades versus the FP8 in relation to portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

Below is a preview of the gallery photos for Olympus FE-45 and Panasonic Lumix DMC-FP8. The entire galleries are viewable at Olympus FE-45 Gallery and Panasonic FP8 Gallery.

In case you're looking to carry your camera regularly, you will have to think about its weight and measurements. The Olympus FE-45 has physical dimensions of 94mm x 62mm x 23mm (3.7" x 2.4" x 0.9") and a weight of 142 grams (0.31 lbs) whilst the Panasonic FP8 has proportions of 96mm x 60mm x 20mm (3.8" x 2.4" x 0.8") with a weight of 151 grams (0.33 lbs).

Look at the Olympus FE-45 versus Panasonic FP8 in the new Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Always remember, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will differ based on the lens you select at that time. Following is the front view sizing comparison of the FE-45 vs the FP8.

Looking at size and weight, the portability grade of the FE-45 and FP8 is 95 and 95 respectively.

Generally, it's difficult to envision the gap in sensor sizing just by going through a spec sheet. The graphic underneath should provide you a clearer sense of the sensor dimensions in the FE-45 and FP8.

Clearly, both of these cameras offer the same exact sensor sizing albeit not the same megapixels. You should count on the Panasonic FP8 to produce extra detail having its extra 2 Megapixels. Higher resolution will make it easier to crop photographs a little more aggressively.