Olympus SZ-15 vs Panasonic FP2

Here, we are evaluating the Olympus SZ-15 vs Panasonic FP2, one is a Small Sensor Superzoom and the other is a Ultracompact by companies Olympus and Panasonic. The sensor resolution of the SZ-15 (16MP) and the FP2 (14MP) is very similar and both cameras boast the identical sensor sizes (1/2.3").

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The SZ-15 was brought out 3 years after the FP2 which is quite a big gap as far as technology is concerned. Both the cameras feature different body design with the Olympus SZ-15 being a Compact camera and the Panasonic FP2 being a Ultracompact camera.

Before diving into a in depth comparison, here is a quick summation of how the SZ-15 scores vs the FP2 in regards to portability, imaging, features and an overall score.

Below is a sample of the gallery pics for Olympus SZ-15 and Panasonic Lumix DMC-FP2. The entire galleries are provided at Olympus SZ-15 Gallery and Panasonic FP2 Gallery.

For anybody who is looking to carry around your camera regularly, you will want to consider its weight and proportions. The Olympus SZ-15 offers outer dimensions 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 FP2 has measurements of 99mm x 59mm x 19mm (3.9" x 2.3" x 0.7") having a weight of 151 grams (0.33 lbs).

Contrast the Olympus SZ-15 vs Panasonic FP2 in the all new Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Bear in mind, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will differ dependant on the lens you are working with at that time. Underneath is a front view measurements comparison of the SZ-15 against the FP2.

Looking at dimensions and weight, the portability grade of the SZ-15 and FP2 is 88 and 95 respectively.

Typically, its hard to see the difference between sensor sizes purely by reviewing specifications. The image here might provide you a clearer sense of the sensor sizes in the SZ-15 and FP2.

Plainly, both of those cameras come with the identical sensor size but not the same resolution. You should expect to see the Olympus SZ-15 to deliver greater detail having its extra 2 Megapixels. Greater resolution can also help you crop photos a good deal more aggressively. The more modern SZ-15 will have an edge with regard to sensor technology.