Olympus SP-100 vs Panasonic FX75

In this write-up, we are analyzing the Olympus SP-100 versus Panasonic FX75, one being a Small Sensor Superzoom and the other is a Small Sensor Compact by companies Olympus and Panasonic. The resolution of the SP-100 (16MP) and the FX75 (14MP) is fairly well matched and they feature the same exact sensor measurements (1/2.3").

Meta to Introduce 'AI-Generated' Labels for Media starting next month

The SP-100 was brought out 3 years later than the FX75 and that is quite a sizable gap as far as technology is concerned. Each of the cameras offer different body type with the Olympus SP-100 being a SLR-like (bridge) camera and the Panasonic FX75 being a Compact camera.

Before diving through a more detailed comparison, below is a short synopsis of how the SP-100 matches up against the FX75 with regards to portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

This is a sample of the gallery pictures for Olympus Stylus SP-100 and Panasonic Lumix DMC-FX75. The entire galleries are available at Olympus SP-100 Gallery and Panasonic FX75 Gallery.

For anybody who is looking to carry your camera regularly, you should consider its weight and dimensions. The Olympus SP-100 features physical dimensions of 122mm x 91mm x 133mm (4.8" x 3.6" x 5.2") along with a weight of 594 grams (1.31 lbs) and the Panasonic FX75 has dimensions of 103mm x 55mm x 23mm (4.1" x 2.2" x 0.9") having a weight of 165 grams (0.36 lbs).

Check out the Olympus SP-100 versus Panasonic FX75 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 have attached during that time. Below is the front view proportions comparison of the SP-100 compared to the FX75.

Taking into account dimensions and weight, the portability grade of the SP-100 and FX75 is 63 and 94 respectively.

More often than not, its tough to imagine the contrast between sensor sizing purely by checking technical specs. The visual here may give you a clearer sense of the sensor sizes in the SP-100 and FX75.

As you have seen, both of those cameras enjoy the same exact sensor sizing but different megapixels. You should anticipate the Olympus SP-100 to give you greater detail having its extra 2MP. Greater resolution will help you crop pics far more aggressively. The fresher SP-100 provides a benefit with regard to sensor tech.