Olympus E-M10 vs Panasonic FZ200

Here is a in-depth review of the Olympus E-M10 versus Panasonic FZ200, former being a Entry-Level Mirrorless while the other is a Small Sensor Superzoom by manufacturers Olympus and Panasonic. There is a sizable difference between the sensor resolutions of the E-M10 (16MP) and FZ200 (12MP) and the E-M10 (Four Thirds) and FZ200 (1/2.3") have totally different sensor sizes.

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The E-M10 was released 21 months later than the FZ200 making them a generation apart from each other. Both of these cameras feature different body design with the Olympus E-M10 being a SLR-style mirrorless camera and the Panasonic FZ200 being a SLR-like (bridge) camera.

Before going right into a comprehensive comparison, here is a simple synopsis of how the E-M10 matches up versus the FZ200 when it comes to portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

Following is a sample of the gallery pictures for Olympus OM-D E-M10 & Panasonic Lumix DMC-FZ200. The complete galleries are viewable at Olympus E-M10 Gallery & Panasonic FZ200 Gallery.

If you're looking to carry your camera, you will need to factor its weight and measurements. The Olympus E-M10 enjoys external measurements of 119mm x 82mm x 46mm (4.7" x 3.2" x 1.8") and a weight of 396 grams (0.87 lbs) and the Panasonic FZ200 has proportions of 125mm x 87mm x 110mm (4.9" x 3.4" x 4.3") having a weight of 588 grams (1.30 lbs).

Examine the Olympus E-M10 versus Panasonic FZ200 in our completely new Camera plus Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Remember, the weight of an ILC will differ based on the lens you have at the time. Here is a front view physical size comparison of the E-M10 against the FZ200.

Taking into account size and weight, the portability grade of the E-M10 and FZ200 is 82 and 65 respectively.

Oftentimes, it can be hard to visualise the difference between sensor sizing purely by reviewing specs. The visual here should give you a greater sense of the sensor sizing in the E-M10 and FZ200.

All in all, each of the cameras come with different megapixels and different sensor sizing. The E-M10 featuring a larger sensor will make getting shallower DOF easier and the Olympus E-M10 will deliver more detail as a result of its extra 4MP. Greater resolution will let you crop pics a good deal more aggressively. The newer E-M10 is going to have a benefit in sensor technology.