Olympus SP-100 vs Panasonic FZ2500

Let's examine more in depth at the Olympus SP-100 vs Panasonic FZ2500, one is a Small Sensor Superzoom and the other is a Large Sensor Superzoom by brands Olympus and Panasonic. The image resolution of the SP-100 (16MP) and the FZ2500 (20MP) is fairly comparable but the SP-100 (1/2.3") and FZ2500 (1") feature totally different sensor measurements.

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The SP-100 was brought out 3 years prior to the FZ2500 which is a fairly significant gap as far as camera tech is concerned. Both of these cameras come with the identical body type (SLR-like (bridge)).

Before delving through a more detailed comparison, below is a brief overview of how the SP-100 matches up vs the FZ2500 for portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.

Below is a sample of the gallery pictures for Olympus Stylus SP-100 and Panasonic Lumix DMC-FZ2500. The entire galleries are viewable at Olympus SP-100 Gallery and Panasonic FZ2500 Gallery.

If you are aiming to travel with your camera frequently, you have to factor in its weight and volume. 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 FZ2500 has sizing of 138mm x 102mm x 135mm (5.4" x 4.0" x 5.3") accompanied by a weight of 915 grams (2.02 lbs).

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Remember, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will change dependant on the lens you are utilizing at that moment. Here is the front view measurements comparison of the SP-100 against the FZ2500.

Looking at size and weight, the portability rating of the SP-100 and FZ2500 is 63 and 53 respectively.

Usually, it is very tough to visualise the gap in sensor dimensions merely by seeing specifications. The pic underneath might provide you a better sense of the sensor measurements in the SP-100 and FZ2500.

Plainly, both cameras have got different megapixels and different sensor dimensions. The SP-100 because of its smaller sensor will make getting bokeh more challenging and the Panasonic FZ2500 will show extra detail having its extra 4MP. Greater resolution can also make it easier to crop images much more aggressively. The more aged SP-100 will be behind when it comes to sensor tech.