Olympus VH-410 vs Panasonic FX48

On this page, we will be evaluating the Olympus VH-410 and Panasonic FX48, both Small Sensor Compact digital cameras by rivals Olympus and Panasonic. There exists a significant gap between the resolutions of the VH-410 (16MP) and FX48 (12MP) but both cameras offer the same sensor sizes (1/2.3").

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The VH-410 was launched 3 years later than the FX48 and that is quite a sizable gap as far as technology is concerned. Both cameras have the same body design (Compact).

Before getting into a full comparison, here is a simple summary of how the VH-410 grades versus the FX48 for portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

This is a preview of the gallery photos for Olympus VH-410 and Panasonic Lumix DMC-FX48. The complete galleries are provided at Olympus VH-410 Gallery and Panasonic FX48 Gallery.

If you are intending to carry your camera often, you will have to take into account its weight and measurements. The Olympus VH-410 features outside dimensions of 102mm x 60mm x 21mm (4.0" x 2.4" x 0.8") with a weight of 152 grams (0.34 lbs) while the Panasonic FX48 has proportions of 95mm x 53mm x 22mm (3.7" x 2.1" x 0.9") with a weight of 150 grams (0.33 lbs).

Take a look at the Olympus VH-410 and Panasonic FX48 in the all new Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Do not forget, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will differ based on the lens you select at the time. The following is a front view physical size comparison of the VH-410 compared to the FX48.

Looking at dimensions and weight, the portability rating of the VH-410 and FX48 is 95 and 95 respectively.

Sometimes, it is hard to see the gap between sensor sizing merely by reading a spec sheet. The graphic underneath should offer you a clearer sense of the sensor sizes in the VH-410 and FX48.

Clearly, both cameras have the same sensor dimensions albeit not the same megapixels. You should count on the Olympus VH-410 to offer more detail utilizing its extra 4MP. Higher resolution will also enable you to crop shots a bit more aggressively. The newer VH-410 will have a benefit in sensor technology.