Olympus FE-45 vs Panasonic FZ200

The following is a thorough comparison of the Olympus FE-45 versus Panasonic FZ200, former is a Small Sensor Compact while the latter is a Small Sensor Superzoom by rivals Olympus and Panasonic. The resolution of the FE-45 (10MP) and the FZ200 (12MP) is pretty close and they feature the same exact sensor sizing (1/2.3").

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The FE-45 was released 4 years prior to the FZ200 which is a fairly sizable difference as far as camera tech is concerned. The two cameras offer different body type with the Olympus FE-45 being a Compact camera and the Panasonic FZ200 being a SLR-like (bridge) camera.

Before delving straight into a step-by-step comparison, below is a short overview of how the FE-45 matches up versus the FZ200 in regards to portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.

Following is a preview of the gallery images for Olympus FE-45 & Panasonic Lumix DMC-FZ200. The complete galleries are available at Olympus FE-45 Gallery & Panasonic FZ200 Gallery.

If you are planning to travel with your camera, you should factor its weight and size. The Olympus FE-45 features outer measurements of 94mm x 62mm x 23mm (3.7" x 2.4" x 0.9") accompanied by a weight of 142 grams (0.31 lbs) while the Panasonic FZ200 has specifications of 125mm x 87mm x 110mm (4.9" x 3.4" x 4.3") with a weight of 588 grams (1.30 lbs).

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Always remember, the weight of an ILC will change based on the lens you are utilizing during that time. Following is the front view sizing comparison of the FE-45 against the FZ200.

Taking into consideration size and weight, the portability rating of the FE-45 and FZ200 is 95 and 65 respectively.

In many cases, it is very difficult to visualise the contrast in sensor dimensions just by viewing specs. The image below should offer you a greater sense of the sensor measurements in the FE-45 and FZ200.

All in all, both cameras enjoy the same exact sensor sizing albeit not the same megapixels. You can expect the Panasonic FZ200 to provide you with more detail as a result of its extra 2 Megapixels. Higher resolution can also help you crop pictures far more aggressively. The more aged FE-45 will be behind with regard to sensor innovation.