Olympus 550WP vs Panasonic FZ28
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Olympus 550WP vs Panasonic FZ28 Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 10MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 2.5" Fixed Display
- ISO 64 - 1600
- Digital Image Stabilization
- 640 x 480 video
- 38-114mm (F3.5-5.0) lens
- 167g - 94 x 62 x 22mm
- Released January 2009
- Alternative Name is mju 550WP
(Full Review)
- 10MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 2.7" Fixed Display
- ISO 100 - 6400
- Optical Image Stabilization
- 1280 x 720 video
- 27-486mm (F2.8-4.4) lens
- 417g - 118 x 75 x 89mm
- Introduced January 2009

Olympus 550WP vs Panasonic FZ28 Overview
Its time to examine more closely at the Olympus 550WP versus Panasonic FZ28, former being a Small Sensor Compact while the other is a Small Sensor Superzoom by rivals Olympus and Panasonic. The resolution of the 550WP (10MP) and the FZ28 (10MP) is fairly well matched and they possess the same exact sensor sizes (1/2.3").

The 550WP was revealed at a similar time to the FZ28 so they are both of a similar age. Both of these cameras offer the identical body type (Compact).
Before going through a thorough comparison, below is a concise overview of how the 550WP scores vs the FZ28 in terms of portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

Olympus 550WP vs Panasonic FZ28 Gallery
The following is a sample of the gallery pictures for Olympus Stylus 550WP & Panasonic Lumix DMC-FZ28. The full galleries are available at Olympus 550WP Gallery & Panasonic FZ28 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Olympus 550WP over the Panasonic FZ28
550WP | FZ28 |
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Reasons to pick Panasonic FZ28 over the Olympus 550WP
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Focus manually | ![]() | More accurate focus | ||
Display sizing | 2.7" | ![]() | 2.5" | Larger display (+0.2") |
Common features in the Olympus 550WP and Panasonic FZ28
550WP | FZ28 | |||
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Introduced | January 2009 | ![]() | January 2009 | Similar age |
Display type | Fixed | ![]() | Fixed | Fixed display |
Display resolution | 230k | ![]() | 230k | Exact same display resolution |
Selfie screen | ![]() | Absent selfie screen | ||
Touch display | ![]() | Absent Touch display |
Olympus 550WP vs Panasonic FZ28 Physical Comparison
For anybody who is intending to carry your camera frequently, you should factor in its weight and proportions. The Olympus 550WP features outside dimensions of 94mm x 62mm x 22mm (3.7" x 2.4" x 0.9") and a weight of 167 grams (0.37 lbs) while the Panasonic FZ28 has measurements of 118mm x 75mm x 89mm (4.6" x 3.0" x 3.5") along with a weight of 417 grams (0.92 lbs).
Take a look at the Olympus 550WP versus Panasonic FZ28 in our brand new Camera plus Lens Size Comparison Tool.
Take into consideration, the weight of an ILC will vary based on the lens you select at that time. Following is the front view overall size comparison of the 550WP against the FZ28.

Considering dimensions and weight, the portability score of the 550WP and FZ28 is 94 and 72 respectively.

Olympus 550WP vs Panasonic FZ28 Sensor Comparison
Normally, its tough to visualise the gap between sensor sizing only by looking at specifications. The photograph underneath will offer you a more clear sense of the sensor dimensions in the 550WP and FZ28.
To sum up, each of the cameras offer the same exact sensor sizing and the identical MP so you can expect similar quality of pictures although you will need to factor the age of the products into consideration.

Olympus 550WP vs Panasonic FZ28 Screen and ViewFinder


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Olympus 550WP vs Panasonic FZ28 Specifications
Olympus Stylus 550WP | Panasonic Lumix DMC-FZ28 | |
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General Information | ||
Brand Name | Olympus | Panasonic |
Model type | Olympus Stylus 550WP | Panasonic Lumix DMC-FZ28 |
Also called as | mju 550WP | - |
Class | Small Sensor Compact | Small Sensor Superzoom |
Released | 2009-01-07 | 2009-01-15 |
Physical type | Compact | Compact |
Sensor Information | ||
Sensor type | CCD | CCD |
Sensor size | 1/2.3" | 1/2.3" |
Sensor dimensions | 6.08 x 4.56mm | 6.08 x 4.56mm |
Sensor area | 27.7mm² | 27.7mm² |
Sensor resolution | 10 megapixel | 10 megapixel |
Anti alias filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 16:9, 4:3 and 3:2 | 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 |
Full resolution | 3648 x 2736 | 3648 x 2736 |
Max native ISO | 1600 | 6400 |
Min native ISO | 64 | 100 |
RAW pictures | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Focus manually | ||
Touch to focus | ||
AF continuous | ||
Single AF | ||
Tracking AF | ||
Selective AF | ||
AF center weighted | ||
Multi area AF | ||
AF live view | ||
Face detect focusing | ||
Contract detect focusing | ||
Phase detect focusing | ||
Lens | ||
Lens support | fixed lens | fixed lens |
Lens zoom range | 38-114mm (3.0x) | 27-486mm (18.0x) |
Maximum aperture | f/3.5-5.0 | f/2.8-4.4 |
Macro focusing distance | 7cm | 1cm |
Crop factor | 5.9 | 5.9 |
Screen | ||
Display type | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
Display size | 2.5 inches | 2.7 inches |
Resolution of display | 230k dots | 230k dots |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch functionality | ||
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder type | None | Electronic |
Features | ||
Lowest shutter speed | 4s | 60s |
Highest shutter speed | 1/1000s | 1/2000s |
Continuous shooting rate | - | 3.0fps |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Manual mode | ||
Exposure compensation | - | Yes |
Change WB | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Integrated flash | ||
Flash distance | - | 8.50 m (Auto ISO) |
Flash options | Auto, Fill-in, Red-Eye reduction, Off, On | Auto, Red-Eye Auto, On, Red-Eye On, Red-Eye Slow Sync, Off, Slow Sync (1&2) |
External flash | ||
Auto exposure bracketing | ||
WB bracketing | ||
Exposure | ||
Multisegment | ||
Average | ||
Spot | ||
Partial | ||
AF area | ||
Center weighted | ||
Video features | ||
Video resolutions | 640 x 480 (30, 15 fps), 320 x 240 (30, 15 fps) | 1280 x 720 @ 30 fps, 848 x 480, 640 x 480, 320 x 240 @ 30fps, 320 x 240 @ 10fps |
Max video resolution | 640x480 | 1280x720 |
Video file format | Motion JPEG | - |
Mic support | ||
Headphone support | ||
Connectivity | ||
Wireless | None | None |
Bluetooth | ||
NFC | ||
HDMI | ||
USB | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) |
GPS | None | None |
Physical | ||
Environment sealing | ||
Water proofing | ||
Dust proofing | ||
Shock proofing | ||
Crush proofing | ||
Freeze proofing | ||
Weight | 167 grams (0.37 pounds) | 417 grams (0.92 pounds) |
Dimensions | 94 x 62 x 22mm (3.7" x 2.4" x 0.9") | 118 x 75 x 89mm (4.6" x 3.0" x 3.5") |
DXO scores | ||
DXO All around rating | not tested | 27 |
DXO Color Depth rating | not tested | 17.9 |
DXO Dynamic range rating | not tested | 10.1 |
DXO Low light rating | not tested | 79 |
Other | ||
Self timer | Yes (12 seconds) | Yes (2 or 10 sec) |
Time lapse feature | ||
Type of storage | xD-Picture Card, microSD, internal | SD/MMC/SDHC card, Internal |
Card slots | One | One |
Retail pricing | $399 | $599 |