Olympus XZ-10 vs Panasonic FH5

Let's look more closely at the Olympus XZ-10 versus Panasonic FH5, both Small Sensor Compact digital cameras by brands Olympus and Panasonic. There is a substantial difference between the resolutions of the XZ-10 (12MP) and FH5 (16MP) but they use the same exact sensor sizes (1/2.3").

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The XZ-10 was manufactured 2 years later than the FH5 and that is quite a big difference as far as tech is concerned. Both cameras offer the identical body type (Compact).

Before delving straight into a comprehensive comparison, below is a quick highlight of how the XZ-10 matches up against the FH5 in the way of portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

Here is a preview of the gallery images for Olympus Stylus XZ-10 & Panasonic Lumix DMC-FH5. The entire galleries are viewable at Olympus XZ-10 Gallery & Panasonic FH5 Gallery.

If you're looking to carry your camera, you will want to factor its weight and measurements. The Olympus XZ-10 enjoys outside dimensions of 102mm x 61mm x 34mm (4.0" x 2.4" x 1.3") with a weight of 221 grams (0.49 lbs) whilst the Panasonic FH5 has proportions of 94mm x 54mm x 19mm (3.7" x 2.1" x 0.7") having a weight of 121 grams (0.27 lbs).

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Do not forget, the weight of an ILC will vary based on the lens you have chosen at that moment. Following is the front view physical size comparison of the XZ-10 and the FH5.

Considering size and weight, the portability rating of the XZ-10 and FH5 is 91 and 96 respectively.

Usually, it's hard to visualise the contrast between sensor sizing only by reading a spec sheet. The visual here may offer you a better sense of the sensor dimensions in the XZ-10 and FH5.

As you can see, each of the cameras offer the same exact sensor sizing albeit not the same MP. You can expect the Panasonic FH5 to offer extra detail due to its extra 4MP. Higher resolution will allow you to crop shots a little more aggressively. The fresher XZ-10 will have an advantage when it comes to sensor tech.