Olympus SP-100 vs Panasonic GX8

In this article, we will be reviewing the Olympus SP-100 vs Panasonic GX8, one is a Small Sensor Superzoom and the latter is a Advanced Mirrorless by companies Olympus and Panasonic. The image resolution of the SP-100 (16MP) and the GX8 (20MP) is relatively close but the SP-100 (1/2.3") and GX8 (Four Thirds) feature totally different sensor measurements.

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The SP-100 was announced 17 months earlier than the GX8 which makes the cameras a generation away from one another. Each of the cameras offer different body type with the Olympus SP-100 being a SLR-like (bridge) camera and the Panasonic GX8 being a Rangefinder-style mirrorless camera.

Before diving straight into a more detailed comparison, below is a concise view of how the SP-100 scores versus the GX8 with regard to portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.

Here is a preview of the gallery photos for Olympus Stylus SP-100 and Panasonic Lumix DMC-GX8. The whole galleries are provided at Olympus SP-100 Gallery and Panasonic GX8 Gallery.

For those who are aiming to travel with your camera often, you are going to need to consider its weight and size. The Olympus SP-100 offers physical measurements of 122mm x 91mm x 133mm (4.8" x 3.6" x 5.2") and a weight of 594 grams (1.31 lbs) and the Panasonic GX8 has specifications of 133mm x 78mm x 63mm (5.2" x 3.1" x 2.5") accompanied by a weight of 487 grams (1.07 lbs).

Compare the Olympus SP-100 vs Panasonic GX8 in the latest Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Remember, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will change dependant on the lens you are utilizing at that moment. The following is the front view measurement comparison of the SP-100 vs the GX8.

Taking into account dimensions and weight, the portability grade of the SP-100 and GX8 is 63 and 74 respectively.

Normally, its difficult to envision the difference in sensor dimensions simply by viewing specifications. The picture below might provide you a much better sense of the sensor measurements in the SP-100 and GX8.

To sum up, the two cameras enjoy different megapixels and different sensor dimensions. The SP-100 using its smaller sensor will make getting shallow DOF more difficult and the Panasonic GX8 will render extra detail with its extra 4MP. Higher resolution will also allow you to crop shots far more aggressively. The more aged SP-100 will be behind in sensor technology.