Olympus SZ-16 iHS vs Panasonic FX75

Here is a detailed assessment of the Olympus SZ-16 iHS and Panasonic FX75, one being a Small Sensor Superzoom and the other is a Small Sensor Compact by competitors Olympus and Panasonic. The sensor resolution of the SZ-16 iHS (16MP) and the FX75 (14MP) is fairly similar and both cameras posses the identical sensor size (1/2.3").

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The SZ-16 iHS was revealed 2 years later than the FX75 and that is quite a sizable gap as far as tech is concerned. Both of the cameras feature the same body design (Compact).

Before getting right into a full comparison, here is a quick introduction of how the SZ-16 iHS grades versus the FX75 in terms of portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

Following is a sample of the gallery pictures for Olympus SZ-16 iHS and Panasonic Lumix DMC-FX75. The full galleries are viewable at Olympus SZ-16 iHS Gallery and Panasonic FX75 Gallery.

For anybody who is looking to carry your camera, you should think about its weight and dimensions. The Olympus SZ-16 iHS has external dimensions of 108mm x 70mm x 40mm (4.3" x 2.8" x 1.6") with a weight of 226 grams (0.50 lbs) while the Panasonic FX75 has dimensions of 103mm x 55mm x 23mm (4.1" x 2.2" x 0.9") having a weight of 165 grams (0.36 lbs).

See the Olympus SZ-16 iHS and Panasonic FX75 in the latest Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Don't forget, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will vary depending on the lens you are using at that time. Underneath is a front view proportions comparison of the SZ-16 iHS versus the FX75.

Considering size and weight, the portability score of the SZ-16 iHS and FX75 is 89 and 94 respectively.

Often, it can be tough to picture the difference between sensor sizing merely by going over specifications. The graphic below may provide you a better sense of the sensor sizes in the SZ-16 iHS and FX75.

Plainly, both cameras come with the identical sensor size but different MP. You should anticipate the Olympus SZ-16 iHS to deliver more detail because of its extra 2 Megapixels. Greater resolution can also enable you to crop pics a good deal more aggressively. The younger SZ-16 iHS provides an advantage in sensor innovation.