Olympus FE-45 vs Panasonic SZ1

Lets look more in depth at the Olympus FE-45 versus Panasonic SZ1, both Small Sensor Compact cameras by companies Olympus and Panasonic. There is a sizeable difference among the sensor resolutions of the FE-45 (10MP) and SZ1 (16MP) but both cameras provide the identical sensor size (1/2.3").

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The FE-45 was announced 4 years prior to the SZ1 which is a fairly large gap as far as camera tech is concerned. Both of the cameras feature the same body design (Compact).

Before delving right into a in depth comparison, here is a quick highlight of how the FE-45 grades against the SZ1 when considering portability, imaging, features and an overall score.

This is a preview of the gallery images for Olympus FE-45 and Panasonic Lumix DMC-SZ1. The whole galleries are available at Olympus FE-45 Gallery and Panasonic SZ1 Gallery.

For anyone who is aiming to carry around your camera regularly, you have to take into account its weight and measurements. The Olympus FE-45 offers outer measurements of 94mm x 62mm x 23mm (3.7" x 2.4" x 0.9") with a weight of 142 grams (0.31 lbs) whilst the Panasonic SZ1 has proportions of 99mm x 59mm x 21mm (3.9" x 2.3" x 0.8") and a weight of 131 grams (0.29 lbs).

Take a look at the Olympus FE-45 versus Panasonic SZ1 in the all new Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Take into consideration, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will change based on the lens you are utilising at the time. Following is a front view scale comparison of the FE-45 vs the SZ1.

Considering size and weight, the portability rating of the FE-45 and SZ1 is 95 and 95 respectively.

Generally, its tough to see the contrast in sensor sizes just by viewing a spec sheet. The picture below should provide you a clearer sense of the sensor sizing in the FE-45 and SZ1.

Clearly, both the cameras feature the identical sensor size albeit not the same MP. You should expect the Panasonic SZ1 to render greater detail with its extra 6MP. Higher resolution can also help you crop pictures way more aggressively. The more aged FE-45 will be disadvantaged when it comes to sensor tech.