Olympus SP-100 vs Panasonic FH25

The following is a detailed comparison of the Olympus SP-100 versus Panasonic FH25, one is a Small Sensor Superzoom and the other is a Small Sensor Compact by rivals Olympus and Panasonic. The resolution of the SP-100 (16MP) and the FH25 (16MP) is fairly well matched and they come with the same exact sensor measurements (1/2.3").

Photography Glossary

The SP-100 was launched 3 years after the FH25 which is quite a sizable gap as far as tech is concerned. Each of these cameras offer different body type with the Olympus SP-100 being a SLR-like (bridge) camera and the Panasonic FH25 being a Compact camera.

Before getting in to a in-depth comparison, below is a concise overview of how the SP-100 matches up against the FH25 with regards to portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.

Following is a sample of the gallery pictures for Olympus Stylus SP-100 and Panasonic Lumix DMC-FH25. The complete galleries are provided at Olympus SP-100 Gallery and Panasonic FH25 Gallery.

If you're intending to travel with your camera frequently, you should take into account its weight and proportions. The Olympus SP-100 has got external measurements of 122mm x 91mm x 133mm (4.8" x 3.6" x 5.2") with a weight of 594 grams (1.31 lbs) whilst the Panasonic FH25 has measurements of 99mm x 57mm x 28mm (3.9" x 2.2" x 1.1") having a weight of 159 grams (0.35 lbs).

Analyze the Olympus SP-100 versus Panasonic FH25 in the new Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Don't forget, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will differ based on the lens you are employing at that time. Following is the front view size comparison of the SP-100 vs the FH25.

Factoring in size and weight, the portability grade of the SP-100 and FH25 is 63 and 94 respectively.

Generally, it can be difficult to imagine the difference between sensor dimensions merely by checking specs. The picture below might give you a clearer sense of the sensor sizing in the SP-100 and FH25.

As you can plainly see, both of these cameras offer the same exact sensor sizing and the same exact megapixels and you should expect similar quality of photos though you would want to consider the production date of the products into consideration. The fresher SP-100 provides an edge with regard to sensor technology.