Olympus SP-100 vs Panasonic FZ200

The following is a extensive assessment of the Olympus SP-100 vs Panasonic FZ200, both Small Sensor Superzoom digital cameras by competitors Olympus and Panasonic. There is a sizeable difference between the resolutions of the SP-100 (16MP) and FZ200 (12MP) but they possess the same exact sensor sizing (1/2.3").

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The SP-100 was released 19 months after the FZ200 which makes the cameras a generation away from each other. Both of these cameras offer the identical body type (SLR-like (bridge)).

Before going in to a complete comparison, below is a quick introduction of how the SP-100 grades against the FZ200 for portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.

Following is a preview of the gallery photos for Olympus Stylus SP-100 and Panasonic Lumix DMC-FZ200. The complete galleries are viewable at Olympus SP-100 Gallery and Panasonic FZ200 Gallery.

If you're aiming to travel with your camera often, you need to take into account its weight and measurements. The Olympus SP-100 has outside measurements of 122mm x 91mm x 133mm (4.8" x 3.6" x 5.2") and a weight of 594 grams (1.31 lbs) whilst the Panasonic FZ200 has proportions of 125mm x 87mm x 110mm (4.9" x 3.4" x 4.3") along with a weight of 588 grams (1.30 lbs).

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Bear in mind, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will differ depending on the lens you choose at that moment. Following is the front view measurements comparison of the SP-100 vs the FZ200.

Taking into account size and weight, the portability rating of the SP-100 and FZ200 is 63 and 65 respectively.

In many cases, it can be tough to picture the gap between sensor dimensions only by reading technical specs. The image underneath should offer you a clearer sense of the sensor measurements in the SP-100 and FZ200.

As you have seen, both cameras offer the same exact sensor sizing albeit different megapixels. You should count on the Olympus SP-100 to deliver greater detail as a result of its extra 4 Megapixels. Higher resolution will also make it easier to crop shots a little more aggressively. The newer SP-100 should have an edge in sensor tech.