Olympus FE-45 vs Panasonic ZS70

Here is a in depth overview of the Olympus FE-45 vs Panasonic ZS70, one being a Small Sensor Compact and the latter is a Small Sensor Superzoom by brands Olympus and Panasonic. There is a big difference between the image resolutions of the FE-45 (10MP) and ZS70 (20MP) but they feature the same exact sensor size (1/2.3").

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The FE-45 was manufactured 9 years before the ZS70 and that is quite a big gap as far as tech is concerned. Both of these cameras offer the identical body type (Compact).

Before diving straight into a thorough comparison, below is a quick introduction of how the FE-45 grades vs the ZS70 in regards to portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

The following is a preview of the gallery images for Olympus FE-45 and Panasonic Lumix DMC-ZS70. The entire galleries are available at Olympus FE-45 Gallery and Panasonic ZS70 Gallery.

For anyone who is looking to carry your camera often, you will want to think about its weight and proportions. The Olympus FE-45 comes with outside measurements of 94mm x 62mm x 23mm (3.7" x 2.4" x 0.9") accompanied by a weight of 142 grams (0.31 lbs) whilst the Panasonic ZS70 has measurements of 112mm x 67mm x 41mm (4.4" x 2.6" x 1.6") having a weight of 322 grams (0.71 lbs).

Check the Olympus FE-45 vs Panasonic ZS70 in the all new Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Do not forget, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will vary depending on the lens you have attached during that time. Below is the front view over all size comparison of the FE-45 against the ZS70.

Using size and weight, the portability score of the FE-45 and ZS70 is 95 and 87 respectively.

Generally, it is tough to see the contrast between sensor sizing simply by going over technical specs. The photograph underneath might offer you a much better sense of the sensor measurements in the FE-45 and ZS70.

As you have seen, both of these cameras enjoy the same exact sensor sizing albeit not the same MP. You should expect the Panasonic ZS70 to deliver greater detail due to its extra 10 Megapixels. Higher resolution will help you crop pictures far more aggressively. The older FE-45 is going to be behind in sensor technology.