Olympus SZ-10 vs Panasonic G2

The following is a thorough overview of the Olympus SZ-10 vs Panasonic G2, one is a Small Sensor Superzoom and the latter is a Entry-Level Mirrorless by competitors Olympus and Panasonic. The resolution of the SZ-10 (14MP) and the G2 (12MP) is relatively similar but the SZ-10 (1/2.3") and G2 (Four Thirds) feature totally different sensor sizes.

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The SZ-10 was brought out 8 months after the G2 and they are of a similar generation. Both of the cameras offer different body type with the Olympus SZ-10 being a Compact camera and the Panasonic G2 being a SLR-style mirrorless camera.

Before we go in to a detailed comparison, below is a concise view of how the SZ-10 matches up versus the G2 in the way of portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.

This is a preview of the gallery photos for Olympus SZ-10 and Panasonic Lumix DMC-G2. The entire galleries are viewable at Olympus SZ-10 Gallery and Panasonic G2 Gallery.

For anyone who is going to travel with your camera frequently, you should consider its weight and volume. The Olympus SZ-10 enjoys physical measurements of 106mm x 67mm x 38mm (4.2" x 2.6" x 1.5") with a weight of 215 grams (0.47 lbs) while the Panasonic G2 has sizing of 124mm x 84mm x 74mm (4.9" x 3.3" x 2.9") accompanied by a weight of 428 grams (0.94 lbs).

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Always remember, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will change depending on the lens you have attached at that moment. Below is the front view physical size comparison of the SZ-10 compared to the G2.

Considering size and weight, the portability grade of the SZ-10 and G2 is 90 and 72 respectively.

Generally, it is tough to visualise the contrast between sensor dimensions simply by reviewing technical specs. The image underneath will help offer you a far better sense of the sensor measurements in the SZ-10 and G2.

As you have seen, both cameras enjoy different megapixels and different sensor dimensions. The SZ-10 due to its tinier sensor will make achieving shallow DOF harder and the Olympus SZ-10 will deliver extra detail having its extra 2 Megapixels. Higher resolution will also allow you to crop pictures far more aggressively. The younger SZ-10 is going to have an edge in sensor tech.