Olympus E-M10 III vs Panasonic FZ150

Below, we are contrasting the Olympus E-M10 III versus Panasonic FZ150, one being a Entry-Level Mirrorless and the other is a Small Sensor Superzoom by rivals Olympus and Panasonic. There is a sizeable difference among the resolutions of the E-M10 III (16MP) and FZ150 (12MP) and the E-M10 III (Four Thirds) and FZ150 (1/2.3") possess totally different sensor measurements.

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The E-M10 III was brought out 5 years later than the FZ150 and that is a fairly large gap as far as camera tech is concerned. Both cameras come with different body type with the Olympus E-M10 III being a SLR-style mirrorless camera and the Panasonic FZ150 being a SLR-like (bridge) camera.

Before we go through a thorough comparison, below is a simple view of how the E-M10 III matches up vs the FZ150 in terms of portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

Following is a sample of the gallery pictures for Olympus OM-D E-M10 Mark III and Panasonic Lumix DMC-FZ150. The entire galleries are provided at Olympus E-M10 III Gallery and Panasonic FZ150 Gallery.

In case you're going to carry your camera, you'll have to factor its weight and measurements. The Olympus E-M10 III comes with physical measurements of 122mm x 84mm x 50mm (4.8" x 3.3" x 2.0") and a weight of 410 grams (0.90 lbs) and the Panasonic FZ150 has proportions 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-M10 III versus Panasonic FZ150 in the latest Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Do not forget, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will change based on the lens you have attached at that time. Underneath is the front view over all size comparison of the E-M10 III and the FZ150.

Taking into consideration size and weight, the portability grade of the E-M10 III and FZ150 is 80 and 67 respectively.

Usually, it is very hard to envision the gap in sensor sizing only by viewing technical specs. The photograph below will give you a stronger sense of the sensor sizing in the E-M10 III and FZ150.

As you have seen, both of these cameras have got different resolutions and different sensor sizing. The E-M10 III due to its larger sensor will make getting shallow DOF less difficult and the Olympus E-M10 III will result in greater detail having its extra 4MP. Greater resolution can also help you crop images much more aggressively. The fresher E-M10 III will have an advantage in sensor technology.