Olympus PEN-F vs Panasonic FZ100

Here, we will be comparing the Olympus PEN-F vs Panasonic FZ100, former is a Advanced Mirrorless while the latter is a Small Sensor Superzoom by competitors Olympus and Panasonic. There is a substantial difference between the image resolutions of the PEN-F (20MP) and FZ100 (14MP) and the PEN-F (Four Thirds) and FZ100 (1/2.3") offer totally different sensor sizing.

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The PEN-F was revealed 5 years after the FZ100 which is quite a big difference as far as tech is concerned. Both of these cameras feature different body design with the Olympus PEN-F being a Rangefinder-style mirrorless camera and the Panasonic FZ100 being a SLR-like (bridge) camera.

Before getting into a in depth comparison, here is a simple overview of how the PEN-F grades versus the FZ100 in relation to portability, imaging, features and an overall score.

Following is a preview of the gallery images for Olympus PEN-F & Panasonic Lumix DMC-FZ100. The full galleries are available at Olympus PEN-F Gallery & Panasonic FZ100 Gallery.

If you're aiming to carry around your camera frequently, you'll have to consider its weight and volume. The Olympus PEN-F has got external measurements of 125mm x 72mm x 37mm (4.9" x 2.8" x 1.5") and a weight of 427 grams (0.94 lbs) while the Panasonic FZ100 has sizing of 124mm x 82mm x 92mm (4.9" x 3.2" x 3.6") with a weight of 540 grams (1.19 lbs).

Check out the Olympus PEN-F vs Panasonic FZ100 in our newest Camera & Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Remember that, the weight of an ILC will vary dependant on the lens you are using at that time. Here is a front view scale comparison of the PEN-F vs the FZ100.

Considering size and weight, the portability grade of the PEN-F and FZ100 is 84 and 67 respectively.

Usually, it is very tough to see the gap between sensor sizes merely by going over specifications. The pic underneath might give you a more clear sense of the sensor sizing in the PEN-F and FZ100.

To sum up, both of the cameras feature different resolutions and different sensor sizes. The PEN-F using its bigger sensor will make achieving shallow DOF less difficult and the Olympus PEN-F will deliver extra detail because of its extra 6MP. Higher resolution can also help you crop pictures way more aggressively. The more recent PEN-F is going to have a benefit with regard to sensor technology.