Olympus SP-100 vs Panasonic FH5

Lets take a more detailed look at the Olympus SP-100 versus Panasonic FH5, former is a Small Sensor Superzoom while the latter is a Small Sensor Compact by brands Olympus and Panasonic. The image resolution of the SP-100 (16MP) and the FH5 (16MP) is relatively similar and they use the exact same sensor sizes (1/2.3").

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The SP-100 was launched 3 years after the FH5 which is quite a significant difference as far as tech is concerned. Each of the cameras come with different body type with the Olympus SP-100 being a SLR-like (bridge) camera and the Panasonic FH5 being a Compact camera.

Before we go straight into a full comparison, below is a quick highlight of how the SP-100 matches up versus the FH5 in relation to portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.

Here is a preview of the gallery photos for Olympus Stylus SP-100 & Panasonic Lumix DMC-FH5. The complete galleries are viewable at Olympus SP-100 Gallery & Panasonic FH5 Gallery.

For those who are going to travel with your camera, you have to think about its weight and volume. The Olympus SP-100 has got physical measurements of 122mm x 91mm x 133mm (4.8" x 3.6" x 5.2") accompanied by a weight of 594 grams (1.31 lbs) and the Panasonic FH5 has sizing of 94mm x 54mm x 19mm (3.7" x 2.1" x 0.7") having a weight of 121 grams (0.27 lbs).

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Don't forget, the weight of an ILC will change based on the lens you have during that time. Below is the front view scale comparison of the SP-100 against the FH5.

Considering size and weight, the portability grade of the SP-100 and FH5 is 63 and 96 respectively.

Usually, it can be difficult to visualise the contrast between sensor dimensions simply by going over technical specs. The image here will help offer you a better sense of the sensor measurements in the SP-100 and FH5.

As you can tell, both of those cameras posses the exact same sensor measurements and the exact same resolution and you can expect similar quality of files though you should factor the launch date of the products into consideration. The fresher SP-100 will have an edge when it comes to sensor technology.