Olympus SZ-16 iHS vs Panasonic FZ200

Lets examine more in depth at the Olympus SZ-16 iHS versus Panasonic FZ200, both Small Sensor Superzoom cameras by manufacturers Olympus and Panasonic. There is a considerable difference among the image resolutions of the SZ-16 iHS (16MP) and FZ200 (12MP) but they enjoy the same exact sensor dimensions (1/2.3").

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The SZ-16 iHS was launched 6 months after the FZ200 so they are of a similar age. Both of these cameras offer different body type with the Olympus SZ-16 iHS being a Compact camera and the Panasonic FZ200 being a SLR-like (bridge) camera.

Before diving straight into a more detailed comparison, below is a simple summary of how the SZ-16 iHS matches up versus the FZ200 for portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.

Here is a preview of the gallery images for Olympus SZ-16 iHS & Panasonic Lumix DMC-FZ200. The complete galleries are provided at Olympus SZ-16 iHS Gallery & Panasonic FZ200 Gallery.

For anybody who is looking to travel with your camera frequently, you'll need to think about its weight and proportions. The Olympus SZ-16 iHS provides exterior measurements of 108mm x 70mm x 40mm (4.3" x 2.8" x 1.6") with a weight of 226 grams (0.50 lbs) and the Panasonic FZ200 has measurements of 125mm x 87mm x 110mm (4.9" x 3.4" x 4.3") accompanied by a weight of 588 grams (1.30 lbs).

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Take into account, the weight of an ILC will change depending on the lens you are employing at that moment. Underneath is the front view dimensions comparison of the SZ-16 iHS compared to the FZ200.

Using size and weight, the portability grade of the SZ-16 iHS and FZ200 is 89 and 65 respectively.

Generally, it is very difficult to visualise the gap in sensor dimensions simply by researching specifications. The image below should provide you a stronger sense of the sensor sizing in the SZ-16 iHS and FZ200.

Plainly, both of these cameras offer the same exact sensor sizing albeit not the same MP. You can expect the Olympus SZ-16 iHS to result in extra detail utilizing its extra 4 Megapixels. Higher resolution will also allow you to crop pictures a little more aggressively.