Olympus SZ-15 vs Panasonic FH10

Following is a in-depth overview of the Olympus SZ-15 and Panasonic FH10, former is a Small Sensor Superzoom while the latter is a Small Sensor Compact by manufacturers Olympus and Panasonic. The sensor resolution of the SZ-15 (16MP) and the FH10 (16MP) is pretty comparable and both cameras boast the identical sensor size (1/2.3").

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The SZ-15 was released 6 months after the FH10 which means that they are of a similar age. Both the cameras feature the same body design (Compact).

Before we go straight to a comprehensive comparison, here is a brief synopsis of how the SZ-15 grades against the FH10 in the way of portability, imaging, features and an overall score.

Following is a preview of the gallery images for Olympus SZ-15 & Panasonic Lumix DMC-FH10. The complete galleries are provided at Olympus SZ-15 Gallery & Panasonic FH10 Gallery.

For anyone who is intending to carry around your camera regularly, you're going to have to consider its weight and size. The Olympus SZ-15 offers outside measurements of 108mm x 70mm x 40mm (4.3" x 2.8" x 1.6") accompanied by a weight of 250 grams (0.55 lbs) whilst the Panasonic FH10 has specifications of 94mm x 54mm x 18mm (3.7" x 2.1" x 0.7") and a weight of 103 grams (0.23 lbs).

Contrast the Olympus SZ-15 and Panasonic FH10 in our completely new Camera plus Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Do not forget, the weight of an ILC will vary dependant on the lens you are employing at that moment. Following is a front view physical size comparison of the SZ-15 against the FH10.

Taking into account dimensions and weight, the portability rating of the SZ-15 and FH10 is 88 and 97 respectively.

More often than not, it can be difficult to envision the difference in sensor sizes just by seeing technical specs. The pic here should provide you a far better sense of the sensor sizing in the SZ-15 and FH10.

As you have seen, both the cameras come with the identical sensor size and the identical megapixels therefore you can expect comparable quality of images though you would want to take the age of the cameras into account.