Olympus SZ-15 vs Panasonic FH5

Let's take a closer look at the Olympus SZ-15 versus Panasonic FH5, former is a Small Sensor Superzoom while the other is a Small Sensor Compact by competitors Olympus and Panasonic. The sensor resolution of the SZ-15 (16MP) and the FH5 (16MP) is fairly similar and both cameras offer the same sensor measurements (1/2.3").

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The SZ-15 was launched 2 years after the FH5 which is quite a big difference as far as tech is concerned. Both of these cameras have the same body design (Compact).

Before we go right into a in depth comparison, here is a simple summary of how the SZ-15 matches up vs the FH5 in regards to portability, imaging, features and an overall score.

Following is a sample of the gallery pictures for Olympus SZ-15 & Panasonic Lumix DMC-FH5. The complete galleries are provided at Olympus SZ-15 Gallery & Panasonic FH5 Gallery.

If you're planning to carry around your camera often, you're going to have to consider its weight and measurements. The Olympus SZ-15 features outside measurements of 108mm x 70mm x 40mm (4.3" x 2.8" x 1.6") having a weight of 250 grams (0.55 lbs) whilst the Panasonic FH5 has proportions of 94mm x 54mm x 19mm (3.7" x 2.1" x 0.7") accompanied by a weight of 121 grams (0.27 lbs).

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Always remember, the weight of an ILC will vary depending on the lens you select at that time. Following is a front view scale comparison of the SZ-15 and the FH5.

Taking into account size and weight, the portability score of the SZ-15 and FH5 is 88 and 96 respectively.

Generally, it is very difficult to envision the difference between sensor sizes just by reading specifications. The image here may give you a much better sense of the sensor measurements in the SZ-15 and FH5.

To sum up, both cameras provide the same sensor dimensions and the exact same megapixels so you can expect similar quality of photographs though you may want to consider the age of the products into consideration. The fresher SZ-15 is going to have an advantage when it comes to sensor tech.