Olympus SZ-12 vs Panasonic FH2

On this page, we are looking at the Olympus SZ-12 vs Panasonic FH2, former being a Small Sensor Superzoom while the other is a Small Sensor Compact by companies Olympus and Panasonic. The image resolution of the SZ-12 (14MP) and the FH2 (14MP) is fairly similar and both cameras provide the same sensor dimensions (1/2.3").

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The SZ-12 was announced 13 months later than the FH2 making them a generation apart from one another. Each of the cameras have the same body design (Compact).

Before we go into a step-by-step comparison, here is a concise synopsis of how the SZ-12 scores vs the FH2 in relation to portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.

This is a sample of the gallery pictures for Olympus SZ-12 & Panasonic Lumix DMC-FH2. The whole galleries are provided at Olympus SZ-12 Gallery & Panasonic FH2 Gallery.

If you are planning to lug around your camera frequently, you will have to factor its weight and dimensions. The Olympus SZ-12 has got exterior dimensions of 106mm x 69mm x 40mm (4.2" x 2.7" x 1.6") along with a weight of 226 grams (0.50 lbs) and the Panasonic FH2 has dimensions of 94mm x 54mm x 19mm (3.7" x 2.1" x 0.7") with a weight of 121 grams (0.27 lbs).

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Always remember, the weight of an ILC will change dependant on the lens you are utilising during that time. Following is a front view physical size comparison of the SZ-12 compared to the FH2.

Taking into consideration dimensions and weight, the portability score of the SZ-12 and FH2 is 89 and 96 respectively.

Normally, it is difficult to picture the difference between sensor measurements purely by going over technical specs. The graphic underneath will help offer you a more clear sense of the sensor sizes in the SZ-12 and FH2.

As you have seen, both of those cameras have the same sensor dimensions and the same megapixels therefore you can expect similar quality of images but you will need to take the age of the products into consideration. The newer SZ-12 should have an advantage in sensor tech.