Olympus SZ-12 vs Panasonic S2

Below, we will be contrasting the Olympus SZ-12 versus Panasonic S2, one is a Small Sensor Superzoom and the latter is a Small Sensor Compact by rivals Olympus and Panasonic. The resolution of the SZ-12 (14MP) and the S2 (14MP) is pretty well matched and they possess the exact same sensor sizes (1/2.3").

Photography Glossary

The SZ-12 was revealed very close to the S2 and they are of a similar generation. Both cameras come with the identical body type (Compact).

Before delving straight into a in-depth comparison, below is a concise view of how the SZ-12 scores vs the S2 when considering portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.

This is a preview of the gallery images for Olympus SZ-12 and Panasonic Lumix DMC-S2. The full galleries are viewable at Olympus SZ-12 Gallery and Panasonic S2 Gallery.

When you are planning to travel with your camera, you'll have to factor its weight and volume. The Olympus SZ-12 offers physical dimensions of 106mm x 69mm x 40mm (4.2" x 2.7" x 1.6") having a weight of 226 grams (0.50 lbs) while the Panasonic S2 has sizing of 98mm x 57mm x 21mm (3.9" x 2.2" x 0.8") having a weight of 112 grams (0.25 lbs).

Contrast the Olympus SZ-12 versus Panasonic S2 in the new Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Remember that, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will change dependant on the lens you have at the time. Here is the front view over all size comparison of the SZ-12 compared to the S2.

Factoring in dimensions and weight, the portability grade of the SZ-12 and S2 is 89 and 96 respectively.

Typically, it's difficult to visualise the gap between sensor dimensions purely by reading through specifications. The image here should provide you a more clear sense of the sensor sizes in the SZ-12 and S2.

To sum up, each of the cameras have got the exact same sensor measurements and the identical MP and you should expect similar quality of images although you have to factor the production date of the products into consideration.