Olympus SZ-12 vs Panasonic G9

Here, we will be looking at the Olympus SZ-12 versus Panasonic G9, one being a Small Sensor Superzoom and the latter is a Pro Mirrorless by manufacturers Olympus and Panasonic. There exists a significant gap among the sensor resolutions of the SZ-12 (14MP) and G9 (20MP) and the SZ-12 (1/2.3") and G9 (Four Thirds) posses different sensor sizing.

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The SZ-12 was launched 6 years prior to the G9 and that is a fairly sizable gap as far as camera technology is concerned. Both of these cameras feature different body design with the Olympus SZ-12 being a Compact camera and the Panasonic G9 being a SLR-style mirrorless camera.

Before getting straight to a thorough comparison, here is a simple synopsis of how the SZ-12 scores versus the G9 with regard to portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.

Here is a preview of the gallery images for Olympus SZ-12 and Panasonic Lumix DC-G9. The complete galleries are available at Olympus SZ-12 Gallery and Panasonic G9 Gallery.

If you are aiming to lug around your camera often, you are going to need to factor in its weight and size. The Olympus SZ-12 features physical measurements of 106mm x 69mm x 40mm (4.2" x 2.7" x 1.6") with a weight of 226 grams (0.50 lbs) and the Panasonic G9 has specifications of 137mm x 97mm x 92mm (5.4" x 3.8" x 3.6") and a weight of 658 grams (1.45 lbs).

Compare the Olympus SZ-12 versus Panasonic G9 in the new Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Remember that, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will differ dependant on the lens you choose at the time. Below is a front view measurement comparison of the SZ-12 and the G9.

Looking at dimensions and weight, the portability grade of the SZ-12 and G9 is 89 and 62 respectively.

Typically, it is difficult to imagine the gap in sensor measurements only by researching a spec sheet. The photograph here should offer you a more clear sense of the sensor measurements in the SZ-12 and G9.

Clearly, both of those cameras feature different megapixel count and different sensor measurements. The SZ-12 because of its smaller sensor is going to make shooting shallow DOF tougher and the Panasonic G9 will render more detail utilizing its extra 6 Megapixels. Higher resolution can also help you crop pictures way more aggressively. The older SZ-12 will be behind with regard to sensor technology.