Olympus SZ-12 vs Panasonic FP2

Following is a thorough assessment of the Olympus SZ-12 and Panasonic FP2, one is a Small Sensor Superzoom and the latter is a Ultracompact by manufacturers Olympus and Panasonic. The image resolution of the SZ-12 (14MP) and the FP2 (14MP) is relatively similar and both cameras offer the same sensor sizing (1/2.3").

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The SZ-12 was brought out 2 years after the FP2 which is quite a sizable gap as far as technology is concerned. Each of these cameras have different body design with the Olympus SZ-12 being a Compact camera and the Panasonic FP2 being a Ultracompact camera.

Before delving right into a step-by-step comparison, here is a concise view of how the SZ-12 grades versus the FP2 in relation to portability, imaging, features and an overall score.

Here is a preview of the gallery photos for Olympus SZ-12 and Panasonic Lumix DMC-FP2. The entire galleries are available at Olympus SZ-12 Gallery and Panasonic FP2 Gallery.

When you are planning to carry around your camera often, you will want to think about its weight and proportions. The Olympus SZ-12 offers exterior dimensions of 106mm x 69mm x 40mm (4.2" x 2.7" x 1.6") with a weight of 226 grams (0.50 lbs) whilst the Panasonic FP2 has measurements of 99mm x 59mm x 19mm (3.9" x 2.3" x 0.7") with a weight of 151 grams (0.33 lbs).

Examine the Olympus SZ-12 and Panasonic FP2 in the latest Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Remember that, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will differ dependant on the lens you use at that time. The following is a front view dimension comparison of the SZ-12 vs the FP2.

Using dimensions and weight, the portability rating of the SZ-12 and FP2 is 89 and 95 respectively.

Quite often, it can be tough to envision the difference between sensor sizes only by reading specs. The pic below should provide you a greater sense of the sensor dimensions in the SZ-12 and FP2.

All in all, both of the cameras have the same sensor dimensions and the identical megapixels and you should expect similar quality of pictures however you really should factor the production date of the products into consideration. The more recent SZ-12 is going to have an advantage in sensor tech.