Olympus SZ-16 iHS vs Panasonic FZ28

Below, we will be matching up the Olympus SZ-16 iHS versus Panasonic FZ28, both Small Sensor Superzoom cameras by manufacturers Olympus and Panasonic. There exists a sizable gap among the sensor resolutions of the SZ-16 iHS (16MP) and FZ28 (10MP) but they possess the exact same sensor sizes (1/2.3").

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The SZ-16 iHS was brought out 4 years later than the FZ28 and that is a fairly significant difference as far as camera technology is concerned. Both the cameras come with the identical body type (Compact).

Before getting straight into a in depth comparison, below is a concise view of how the SZ-16 iHS matches up vs the FZ28 with respect to portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

Following is a preview of the gallery images for Olympus SZ-16 iHS & Panasonic Lumix DMC-FZ28. The entire galleries are available at Olympus SZ-16 iHS Gallery & Panasonic FZ28 Gallery.

For anyone who is planning to carry your camera, you'll have to factor its weight and dimensions. The Olympus SZ-16 iHS comes with physical dimensions of 108mm x 70mm x 40mm (4.3" x 2.8" x 1.6") accompanied by a weight of 226 grams (0.50 lbs) while the Panasonic FZ28 has dimensions of 118mm x 75mm x 89mm (4.6" x 3.0" x 3.5") having a weight of 417 grams (0.92 lbs).

Analyze the Olympus SZ-16 iHS versus Panasonic FZ28 in our newest Camera plus Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Remember that, the weight of an ILC will vary based on the lens you have chosen during that time. Underneath is the front view sizing comparison of the SZ-16 iHS vs the FZ28.

Using dimensions and weight, the portability grade of the SZ-16 iHS and FZ28 is 89 and 72 respectively.

Quite often, its tough to see the contrast in sensor sizing merely by seeing specs. The graphic underneath may provide you a greater sense of the sensor dimensions in the SZ-16 iHS and FZ28.

As you can plainly see, both the cameras have got the exact same sensor measurements albeit not the same MP. You can expect the Olympus SZ-16 iHS to show extra detail having its extra 6MP. Higher resolution will also allow you to crop shots much more aggressively. The fresher SZ-16 iHS will have a benefit in sensor technology.