Olympus E-600 vs Panasonic FP7

Let's examine more in depth at the Olympus E-600 versus Panasonic FP7, one is a Entry-Level DSLR and the latter is a Ultracompact by rivals Olympus and Panasonic. There is a big difference among the image resolutions of the E-600 (12MP) and FP7 (16MP) and the E-600 (Four Thirds) and FP7 (1/2.3") enjoy different sensor dimensions.

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The E-600 was revealed 16 months earlier than the FP7 which makes the cameras a generation away from each other. Both of the cameras offer different body type with the Olympus E-600 being a Compact SLR camera and the Panasonic FP7 being a Ultracompact camera.

Before we go in to a more detailed comparison, below is a short summary of how the E-600 scores against the FP7 in the way of portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.

This is a preview of the gallery photos for Olympus E-600 and Panasonic Lumix DMC-FP7. The full galleries are available at Olympus E-600 Gallery and Panasonic FP7 Gallery.

In case you're planning to travel with your camera frequently, you have to factor in its weight and volume. The Olympus E-600 enjoys physical measurements of 130mm x 94mm x 60mm (5.1" x 3.7" x 2.4") having a weight of 515 grams (1.14 lbs) and the Panasonic FP7 has sizing of 101mm x 59mm x 18mm (4.0" x 2.3" x 0.7") and a weight of 147 grams (0.32 lbs).

Look at the Olympus E-600 versus Panasonic FP7 in the latest Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Keep in mind, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will change based on the lens you are utilizing at that moment. Underneath is the front view sizing comparison of the E-600 compared to the FP7.

Using size and weight, the portability grade of the E-600 and FP7 is 71 and 95 respectively.

Oftentimes, its tough to visualize the difference in sensor dimensions only by looking through a spec sheet. The pic below will offer you a far better sense of the sensor sizing in the E-600 and FP7.

Clearly, each of the cameras offer different megapixel count and different sensor dimensions. The E-600 with its bigger sensor is going to make shooting bokeh simpler and the Panasonic FP7 will provide you with greater detail because of its extra 4MP. Higher resolution can also help you crop photographs a little more aggressively. The more aged E-600 will be disadvantaged with regard to sensor tech.