Olympus E-3 vs Panasonic FS7

Lets look much closer at the Olympus E-3 vs Panasonic FS7, one being a Advanced DSLR and the latter is a Ultracompact by companies Olympus and Panasonic. The resolution of the E-3 (10MP) and the FS7 (10MP) is relatively similar but the E-3 (Four Thirds) and FS7 (1/2.5") provide different sensor size.

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The E-3 was launched 11 months before the FS7 which means that they are both of a similar generation. Both of the cameras have different body design with the Olympus E-3 being a Mid-size SLR camera and the Panasonic FS7 being a Ultracompact camera.

Before getting into a in depth comparison, here is a concise summary of how the E-3 matches up against the FS7 in regards to portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

Below is a preview of the gallery photos for Olympus E-3 and Panasonic Lumix DMC-FS7. The complete galleries are provided at Olympus E-3 Gallery and Panasonic FS7 Gallery.

When you are intending to carry your camera, you will need to consider its weight and proportions. The Olympus E-3 has got physical dimensions of 142mm x 116mm x 75mm (5.6" x 4.6" x 3.0") having a weight of 890 grams (1.96 lbs) whilst the Panasonic FS7 has measurements of 97mm x 54mm x 22mm (3.8" x 2.1" x 0.9") accompanied by a weight of 139 grams (0.31 lbs).

Look at the Olympus E-3 vs Panasonic FS7 in the latest Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Remember, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will change depending on the lens you have during that time. Following is a front view measurements comparison of the E-3 vs the FS7.

Looking at dimensions and weight, the portability score of the E-3 and FS7 is 56 and 95 respectively.

Sometimes, it can be hard to visualize the contrast between sensor sizing just by going over specs. The visual underneath may provide you a more clear sense of the sensor dimensions in the E-3 and FS7.

As you can plainly see, both the cameras provide the same megapixels albeit different sensor sizing. The E-3 offers the bigger sensor which will make obtaining bokeh simpler. The older E-3 is going to be behind with regard to sensor tech.