Olympus SZ-16 iHS vs Panasonic FH10

Below, we will be matching up the Olympus SZ-16 iHS versus Panasonic FH10, one being a Small Sensor Superzoom and the latter is a Small Sensor Compact by companies Olympus and Panasonic. The image resolution of the SZ-16 iHS (16MP) and the FH10 (16MP) is pretty close and they use the exact same sensor sizing (1/2.3").

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The SZ-16 iHS was revealed around the same time to the FH10 and they are both of a similar generation. Both the cameras come with the identical body type (Compact).

Before delving straight into a in depth comparison, below is a short synopsis of how the SZ-16 iHS grades vs the FH10 when considering portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.

Here is a preview of the gallery images for Olympus SZ-16 iHS and Panasonic Lumix DMC-FH10. The full galleries are provided at Olympus SZ-16 iHS Gallery and Panasonic FH10 Gallery.

For anyone who is looking to lug around your camera frequently, you are going to need to consider its weight and volume. The Olympus SZ-16 iHS provides exterior measurements of 108mm x 70mm x 40mm (4.3" x 2.8" x 1.6") along with a weight of 226 grams (0.50 lbs) while the Panasonic FH10 has sizing of 94mm x 54mm x 18mm (3.7" x 2.1" x 0.7") having a weight of 103 grams (0.23 lbs).

Take a look at the Olympus SZ-16 iHS versus Panasonic FH10 in the latest Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Take into consideration, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will vary dependant on the lens you choose at the time. Underneath is the front view measurement comparison of the SZ-16 iHS versus the FH10.

Factoring in size and weight, the portability score of the SZ-16 iHS and FH10 is 89 and 97 respectively.

Usually, it can be tough to visualise the difference in sensor measurements only by viewing specifications. The visual here might provide you a far better sense of the sensor sizing in the SZ-16 iHS and FH10.

Plainly, both cameras have got the exact same sensor measurements and the exact same resolution and you should expect comparable quality of photographs although you have to factor the release date of the cameras into account.