Olympus SH-50 vs Panasonic FX48

On this page, we are reviewing the Olympus SH-50 and Panasonic FX48, one being a Small Sensor Superzoom and the other is a Small Sensor Compact by companies Olympus and Panasonic. There is a huge difference among the resolutions of the SH-50 (16MP) and FX48 (12MP) but both cameras provide the same sensor dimensions (1/2.3").

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The SH-50 was brought out 4 years later than the FX48 and that is a fairly significant gap as far as camera tech is concerned. Each of these cameras have the same body design (Compact).

Before delving right into a in depth comparison, here is a concise summary of how the SH-50 scores against the FX48 with regards to portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.

Below is a sample of the gallery pics for Olympus SH-50 and Panasonic Lumix DMC-FX48. The entire galleries are available at Olympus SH-50 Gallery and Panasonic FX48 Gallery.

When you are aiming to lug around your camera regularly, you need to consider its weight and proportions. The Olympus SH-50 features outside measurements of 112mm x 63mm x 42mm (4.4" x 2.5" x 1.7") accompanied by a weight of 269 grams (0.59 lbs) and the Panasonic FX48 has measurements of 95mm x 53mm x 22mm (3.7" x 2.1" x 0.9") along with a weight of 150 grams (0.33 lbs).

Compare the Olympus SH-50 and Panasonic FX48 in the all new Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Bear in mind, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will vary depending on the lens you are utilizing during that time. The following is a front view scale comparison of the SH-50 vs the FX48.

Taking into account size and weight, the portability grade of the SH-50 and FX48 is 88 and 95 respectively.

Generally, it can be difficult to visualize the contrast in sensor measurements simply by checking out technical specs. The photograph underneath might offer you a better sense of the sensor sizing in the SH-50 and FX48.

As you have seen, both of those cameras have the same sensor dimensions but different resolution. You should expect to see the Olympus SH-50 to produce extra detail having its extra 4 Megapixels. Greater resolution can also let you crop photos a bit more aggressively. The younger SH-50 should have an advantage when it comes to sensor innovation.