Olympus SP-100 vs Panasonic GF8

Let's look closer at the Olympus SP-100 versus Panasonic GF8, one is a Small Sensor Superzoom and the other is a Entry-Level Mirrorless by brands Olympus and Panasonic. The image resolution of the SP-100 (16MP) and the GF8 (16MP) is fairly comparable but the SP-100 (1/2.3") and GF8 (Four Thirds) possess different sensor size.

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The SP-100 was unveiled 24 months prior to the GF8 making the cameras a generation away from one another. Both the cameras come with different body type with the Olympus SP-100 being a SLR-like (bridge) camera and the Panasonic GF8 being a Rangefinder-style mirrorless camera.

Before delving straight into a comprehensive comparison, below is a simple synopsis of how the SP-100 matches up against the GF8 with respect to portability, imaging, features and an overall score.

This is a sample of the gallery pictures for Olympus Stylus SP-100 and Panasonic Lumix DMC-GF8. The full galleries are provided at Olympus SP-100 Gallery and Panasonic GF8 Gallery.

For anybody who is planning to carry around your camera frequently, you will have to think about its weight and size. The Olympus SP-100 offers outer 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) whilst the Panasonic GF8 has specifications of 107mm x 65mm x 33mm (4.2" x 2.6" x 1.3") having a weight of 266 grams (0.59 lbs).

Examine the Olympus SP-100 versus Panasonic GF8 in the new Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Always remember, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will differ dependant on the lens you are utilising during that time. The following is the front view measurements comparison of the SP-100 versus the GF8.

Taking into account dimensions and weight, the portability rating of the SP-100 and GF8 is 63 and 90 respectively.

Typically, it can be difficult to imagine the gap in sensor sizes only by going through specs. The pic below will offer you a more clear sense of the sensor sizing in the SP-100 and GF8.

All in all, both of these cameras have got the exact same megapixel count but different sensor sizes. The SP-100 has the smaller sensor which is going to make obtaining shallower depth of field harder. The more aged SP-100 will be disadvantaged with regard to sensor tech.