Olympus 550WP vs Panasonic FX75

Here is a extensive analysis of the Olympus 550WP versus Panasonic FX75, both Small Sensor Compact cameras by companies Olympus and Panasonic. There is a crucial difference among the sensor resolutions of the 550WP (10MP) and FX75 (14MP) but both cameras posses the same sensor measurements (1/2.3").

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The 550WP was brought out 17 months before the FX75 which makes them a generation apart from each other. Each of the cameras have the same body design (Compact).

Before delving right into a detailed comparison, here is a quick summation of how the 550WP grades against the FX75 in terms of portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

This is a preview of the gallery images for Olympus Stylus 550WP and Panasonic Lumix DMC-FX75. The entire galleries are provided at Olympus 550WP Gallery and Panasonic FX75 Gallery.

In case you're looking to carry your camera frequently, you will want to factor its weight and volume. The Olympus 550WP enjoys outer dimensions of 94mm x 62mm x 22mm (3.7" x 2.4" x 0.9") along with a weight of 167 grams (0.37 lbs) whilst the Panasonic FX75 has sizing of 103mm x 55mm x 23mm (4.1" x 2.2" x 0.9") and a weight of 165 grams (0.36 lbs).

Compare the Olympus 550WP versus Panasonic FX75 in the all new Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Always remember, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will change dependant on the lens you use during that time. Below is a front view sizing comparison of the 550WP against the FX75.

Using size and weight, the portability score of the 550WP and FX75 is 94 and 94 respectively.

Usually, it is difficult to visualize the difference in sensor sizing simply by looking through specs. The photograph underneath may provide you a stronger sense of the sensor sizes in the 550WP and FX75.

All in all, the 2 cameras have the same sensor dimensions albeit different MP. You should expect the Panasonic FX75 to render extra detail having its extra 4MP. Higher resolution will help you crop photographs a bit more aggressively. The older 550WP will be behind with regard to sensor tech.