Olympus SZ-15 vs Panasonic FZ100

Lets take a deeper look at the Olympus SZ-15 and Panasonic FZ100, both Small Sensor Superzoom cameras by manufacturers Olympus and Panasonic. The image resolution of the SZ-15 (16MP) and the FZ100 (14MP) is fairly comparable and both cameras offer the same sensor size (1/2.3").

Photography Glossary

The SZ-15 was unveiled 2 years after the FZ100 which is a fairly big difference as far as camera technology is concerned. Both of these cameras have different body design with the Olympus SZ-15 being a Compact camera and the Panasonic FZ100 being a SLR-like (bridge) camera.

Before delving straight to a full comparison, here is a brief introduction of how the SZ-15 grades against the FZ100 in the way of portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.

The following is a sample of the gallery pictures for Olympus SZ-15 & Panasonic Lumix DMC-FZ100. The full galleries are available at Olympus SZ-15 Gallery & Panasonic FZ100 Gallery.

For those who are going to travel with your camera regularly, you need to consider its weight and size. The Olympus SZ-15 enjoys outer measurements of 108mm x 70mm x 40mm (4.3" x 2.8" x 1.6") along with a weight of 250 grams (0.55 lbs) whilst the Panasonic FZ100 has specifications of 124mm x 82mm x 92mm (4.9" x 3.2" x 3.6") along with a weight of 540 grams (1.19 lbs).

Check the Olympus SZ-15 and Panasonic FZ100 in our newest Camera & Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Take into consideration, the weight of an ILC will change based on the lens you use at the time. Underneath is a front view overall size comparison of the SZ-15 versus the FZ100.

Using dimensions and weight, the portability grade of the SZ-15 and FZ100 is 88 and 67 respectively.

Normally, it's hard to visualize the contrast in sensor dimensions purely by checking out specifications. The image underneath will offer you a clearer sense of the sensor sizing in the SZ-15 and FZ100.

Plainly, each of these cameras have the same sensor dimensions but different MP. You can anticipate the Olympus SZ-15 to produce greater detail having an extra 2 Megapixels. Greater resolution can also make it easier to crop pics a bit more aggressively. The fresher SZ-15 should have an advantage with regard to sensor technology.