Olympus E-M1 vs Panasonic FS7

In this article, we are looking at the Olympus E-M1 versus Panasonic FS7, one being a Pro Mirrorless and the other is a Ultracompact by manufacturers Olympus and Panasonic. There exists a significant gap among the image resolutions of the E-M1 (16MP) and FS7 (10MP) and the E-M1 (Four Thirds) and FS7 (1/2.5") use different sensor size.

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The E-M1 was introduced 4 years later than the FS7 and that is a fairly sizable gap as far as camera technology is concerned. Both cameras offer different body type with the Olympus E-M1 being a SLR-style mirrorless camera and the Panasonic FS7 being a Ultracompact camera.

Before we go through a complete comparison, below is a concise synopsis of how the E-M1 scores versus the FS7 with respect to portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

Here is a sample of the gallery pictures for Olympus OM-D E-M1 and Panasonic Lumix DMC-FS7. The whole galleries are viewable at Olympus E-M1 Gallery and Panasonic FS7 Gallery.

If you are looking to carry your camera often, you need to factor its weight and measurements. The Olympus E-M1 provides exterior measurements of 130mm x 94mm x 63mm (5.1" x 3.7" x 2.5") having a weight of 497 grams (1.10 lbs) while the Panasonic FS7 has proportions of 97mm x 54mm x 22mm (3.8" x 2.1" x 0.9") with a weight of 139 grams (0.31 lbs).

Compare the Olympus E-M1 versus Panasonic FS7 in the new Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Do not forget, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will differ based on the lens you are utilizing at that time. The following is the front view measurement comparison of the E-M1 vs the FS7.

Taking into account dimensions and weight, the portability score of the E-M1 and FS7 is 71 and 95 respectively.

Sometimes, it's hard to imagine the difference in sensor sizing only by looking through specs. The visual here may offer you a greater sense of the sensor measurements in the E-M1 and FS7.

All in all, both of these cameras enjoy different megapixel count and different sensor sizing. The E-M1 using its larger sensor is going to make achieving shallower depth of field simpler and the Olympus E-M1 will result in more detail using its extra 6MP. Greater resolution will enable you to crop pics far more aggressively. The fresher E-M1 should have a benefit with regard to sensor tech.