Olympus SZ-16 iHS vs Panasonic SZ8

Here is a thorough analysis of the Olympus SZ-16 iHS versus Panasonic SZ8, both Small Sensor Superzoom digital cameras by companies Olympus and Panasonic. The sensor resolution of the SZ-16 iHS (16MP) and the SZ8 (16MP) is relatively well matched and they come with the exact same sensor sizing (1/2.3").

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The SZ-16 iHS was manufactured 12 months before the SZ8 so they are both of a similar age. Both cameras come with the identical body type (Compact).

Before we go in to a complete comparison, below is a simple summation of how the SZ-16 iHS grades versus the SZ8 with respect to portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

Following is a preview of the gallery photos for Olympus SZ-16 iHS & Panasonic Lumix DMC-SZ8. The entire galleries are available at Olympus SZ-16 iHS Gallery & Panasonic SZ8 Gallery.

For those who are looking to carry your camera often, you need to take into account its weight and proportions. The Olympus SZ-16 iHS has outer dimensions of 108mm x 70mm x 40mm (4.3" x 2.8" x 1.6") along with a weight of 226 grams (0.50 lbs) whilst the Panasonic SZ8 has measurements of 100mm x 60mm x 27mm (3.9" x 2.4" x 1.1") and a weight of 159 grams (0.35 lbs).

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Always remember, the weight of an ILC will differ depending on the lens you use during that time. Underneath is the front view physical size comparison of the SZ-16 iHS vs the SZ8.

Looking at size and weight, the portability grade of the SZ-16 iHS and SZ8 is 89 and 94 respectively.

Often, it is very difficult to visualise the difference between sensor sizing simply by reading through specifications. The photograph underneath might offer you a much better sense of the sensor dimensions in the SZ-16 iHS and SZ8.

Plainly, each of the cameras have got the exact same sensor measurements and the exact same resolution so you can expect similar quality of images however you would want to consider the age of the products into consideration. The older SZ-16 iHS is going to be disadvantaged when it comes to sensor innovation.