Olympus SZ-12 vs Panasonic G95

Here is a in depth analysis of the Olympus SZ-12 versus Panasonic G95, former being a Small Sensor Superzoom while the latter is a Advanced Mirrorless by brands Olympus and Panasonic. There exists a considerable gap between the sensor resolutions of the SZ-12 (14MP) and G95 (20.3MP) and the SZ-12 (1/2.3") and G95 (Four Thirds) feature totally different sensor sizing.

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The SZ-12 was manufactured 8 years earlier than the G95 and that is quite a large difference as far as technology is concerned. The two cameras offer different body type with the Olympus SZ-12 being a Compact camera and the Panasonic G95 being a SLR-style mirrorless camera.

Before getting in to a step-by-step comparison, below is a concise synopsis of how the SZ-12 scores against the G95 for portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

Here is a preview of the gallery photos for Olympus SZ-12 & Panasonic Lumix DMC-G95. The entire galleries are provided at Olympus SZ-12 Gallery & Panasonic G95 Gallery.

For anybody who is intending to carry your camera, you are going to need to factor in its weight and size. The Olympus SZ-12 has external dimensions of 106mm x 69mm x 40mm (4.2" x 2.7" x 1.6") having a weight of 226 grams (0.50 lbs) whilst the Panasonic G95 has specifications of 130mm x 94mm x 77mm (5.1" x 3.7" x 3.0") accompanied by a weight of 536 grams (1.18 lbs).

Contrast the Olympus SZ-12 versus Panasonic G95 in our newest Camera plus Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Bear in mind, the weight of an ILC will differ dependant on the lens you select at the time. Following is the front view size comparison of the SZ-12 vs the G95.

Taking into account dimensions and weight, the portability grade of the SZ-12 and G95 is 89 and 67 respectively.

More often than not, it is difficult to visualise the gap between sensor sizing merely by reading a spec sheet. The photograph here may give you a clearer sense of the sensor dimensions in the SZ-12 and G95.

As you can see, the 2 cameras offer different megapixel count and different sensor sizing. The SZ-12 because of its tinier sensor will make getting shallower depth of field more challenging and the Panasonic G95 will deliver more detail due to its extra 6.3 Megapixels. Higher resolution will also enable you to crop photographs a little more aggressively. The older SZ-12 is going to be disadvantaged in sensor tech.