Olympus SP-100 vs Panasonic SZ10

Following is a in depth assessment of the Olympus SP-100 versus Panasonic SZ10, both Small Sensor Superzoom digital cameras by brands Olympus and Panasonic. The image resolution of the SP-100 (16MP) and the SZ10 (16MP) is very similar and they possess the same exact sensor sizing (1/2.3").

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The SP-100 was introduced 11 months prior to the SZ10 and they are of a similar generation. Both cameras offer different body type with the Olympus SP-100 being a SLR-like (bridge) camera and the Panasonic SZ10 being a Compact camera.

Before going in to a thorough comparison, below is a simple summation of how the SP-100 scores vs the SZ10 when considering portability, imaging, features and an overall score.

Here is a sample of the gallery pics for Olympus Stylus SP-100 and Panasonic Lumix DMC-SZ10. The whole galleries are provided at Olympus SP-100 Gallery and Panasonic SZ10 Gallery.

If you are aiming to carry around your camera, you'll have to factor its weight and volume. The Olympus SP-100 offers 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) and the Panasonic SZ10 has sizing of 99mm x 60mm x 30mm (3.9" x 2.4" x 1.2") along with a weight of 177 grams (0.39 lbs).

Check out the Olympus SP-100 versus Panasonic SZ10 in the new Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Do not forget, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will vary depending on the lens you are utilising at the time. Following is the front view measurements comparison of the SP-100 compared to the SZ10.

Looking at dimensions and weight, the portability rating of the SP-100 and SZ10 is 63 and 93 respectively.

Quite often, it is difficult to envision the difference between sensor sizes simply by going over specifications. The image underneath will offer you a clearer sense of the sensor measurements in the SP-100 and SZ10.

Plainly, both of the cameras enjoy the same exact sensor sizing and the same megapixels and you should expect similar quality of photos but you really should factor the production date of the products into consideration. The more aged SP-100 is going to be behind in sensor technology.