Olympus SZ-16 iHS vs Panasonic FX48

Following is a in-depth comparison of the Olympus SZ-16 iHS vs Panasonic FX48, one is a Small Sensor Superzoom and the latter is a Small Sensor Compact by companies Olympus and Panasonic. There is a significant difference between the sensor resolutions of the SZ-16 iHS (16MP) and FX48 (12MP) but they come with the same exact sensor sizes (1/2.3").

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The SZ-16 iHS was introduced 4 years after the FX48 which is quite a sizable gap as far as tech is concerned. Each of the cameras offer the identical body type (Compact).

Before delving through a complete comparison, below is a concise synopsis of how the SZ-16 iHS matches up versus the FX48 in relation to portability, imaging, features and an overall score.

Below is a preview of the gallery photos for Olympus SZ-16 iHS and Panasonic Lumix DMC-FX48. The whole galleries are available at Olympus SZ-16 iHS Gallery and Panasonic FX48 Gallery.

If you're going to carry around your camera frequently, you'll need to take into account its weight and volume. The Olympus SZ-16 iHS features outer measurements of 108mm x 70mm x 40mm (4.3" x 2.8" x 1.6") having a weight of 226 grams (0.50 lbs) while the Panasonic FX48 has sizing of 95mm x 53mm x 22mm (3.7" x 2.1" x 0.9") and a weight of 150 grams (0.33 lbs).

Check out the Olympus SZ-16 iHS vs Panasonic FX48 in the latest Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Do not forget, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will vary dependant on the lens you have attached during that time. Following is the front view size comparison of the SZ-16 iHS and the FX48.

Looking at size and weight, the portability score of the SZ-16 iHS and FX48 is 89 and 95 respectively.

Generally, it can be hard to envision the gap between sensor sizes simply by looking at specs. The pic here might offer you a far better sense of the sensor measurements in the SZ-16 iHS and FX48.

All in all, the 2 cameras enjoy the same exact sensor sizing albeit not the same MP. You should count on the Olympus SZ-16 iHS to give more detail using its extra 4 Megapixels. Higher resolution can also help you crop pictures far more aggressively. The younger SZ-16 iHS is going to have an advantage when it comes to sensor technology.