Olympus SZ-10 vs Panasonic GF8

Here, we are evaluating the Olympus SZ-10 versus Panasonic GF8, one is a Small Sensor Superzoom and the other is a Entry-Level Mirrorless by rivals Olympus and Panasonic. The image resolution of the SZ-10 (14MP) and the GF8 (16MP) is fairly comparable but the SZ-10 (1/2.3") and GF8 (Four Thirds) posses different sensor sizes.

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The SZ-10 was introduced 6 years prior to the GF8 which is a fairly large gap as far as camera tech is concerned. Both of these cameras feature different body design with the Olympus SZ-10 being a Compact camera and the Panasonic GF8 being a Rangefinder-style mirrorless camera.

Before we go into a comprehensive comparison, here is a brief highlight of how the SZ-10 matches up vs the GF8 in terms of portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.

This is a sample of the gallery pictures for Olympus SZ-10 and Panasonic Lumix DMC-GF8. The whole galleries are viewable at Olympus SZ-10 Gallery and Panasonic GF8 Gallery.

For anyone who is intending to travel with your camera frequently, you'll have to factor in its weight and proportions. The Olympus SZ-10 comes with outside dimensions of 106mm x 67mm x 38mm (4.2" x 2.6" x 1.5") and a weight of 215 grams (0.47 lbs) and the Panasonic GF8 has measurements of 107mm x 65mm x 33mm (4.2" x 2.6" x 1.3") along with a weight of 266 grams (0.59 lbs).

See the Olympus SZ-10 versus Panasonic GF8 in the all new Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Always remember, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will differ dependant on the lens you use during that time. Underneath is a front view overall size comparison of the SZ-10 and the GF8.

Taking into account size and weight, the portability score of the SZ-10 and GF8 is 90 and 90 respectively.

Usually, it can be tough to picture the gap in sensor dimensions simply by seeing specs. The pic here may offer you a clearer sense of the sensor sizes in the SZ-10 and GF8.

All in all, each of these cameras feature different resolutions and different sensor dimensions. The SZ-10 having a smaller sensor is going to make getting bokeh more difficult and the Panasonic GF8 will produce more detail using its extra 2 Megapixels. Greater resolution will also help you crop photos way more aggressively. The more aged SZ-10 will be behind in sensor tech.