Olympus SZ-30MR vs Panasonic FP1

The following is a extensive assessment of the Olympus SZ-30MR vs Panasonic FP1, former is a Small Sensor Superzoom while the other is a Ultracompact by brands Olympus and Panasonic. There exists a large gap among the resolutions of the SZ-30MR (16MP) and FP1 (12MP) but they possess the exact same sensor sizing (1/2.3").

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The SZ-30MR was launched 14 months after the FP1 making the cameras a generation away from one another. Both of the cameras come with different body type with the Olympus SZ-30MR being a Compact camera and the Panasonic FP1 being a Ultracompact camera.

Before delving through a thorough comparison, below is a quick view of how the SZ-30MR grades vs the FP1 with regards to portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.

Following is a sample of the gallery pics for Olympus SZ-30MR & Panasonic Lumix DMC-FP1. The complete galleries are available at Olympus SZ-30MR Gallery & Panasonic FP1 Gallery.

For anyone who is looking to travel with your camera frequently, you need to think about its weight and size. The Olympus SZ-30MR has got outside measurements of 106mm x 69mm x 40mm (4.2" x 2.7" x 1.6") having a weight of 226 grams (0.50 lbs) and the Panasonic FP1 has specifications of 99mm x 59mm x 19mm (3.9" x 2.3" x 0.7") with a weight of 151 grams (0.33 lbs).

Analyze the Olympus SZ-30MR vs Panasonic FP1 in our newest Camera & Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Take into account, the weight of an ILC will vary dependant on the lens you select during that time. Underneath is the front view scale comparison of the SZ-30MR versus the FP1.

Looking at dimensions and weight, the portability rating of the SZ-30MR and FP1 is 89 and 95 respectively.

Normally, its tough to visualize the gap in sensor dimensions merely by checking out a spec sheet. The picture here will give you a better sense of the sensor measurements in the SZ-30MR and FP1.

As you can see, both of the cameras have got the exact same sensor measurements but different resolution. You can expect to see the Olympus SZ-30MR to show extra detail utilizing its extra 4 Megapixels. Greater resolution will also help you crop pics much more aggressively. The more recent SZ-30MR should have an advantage in sensor technology.