Olympus E-M10 III vs Panasonic FZ70

Here, we will be looking at the Olympus E-M10 III and Panasonic FZ70, one being a Entry-Level Mirrorless and the latter is a Small Sensor Superzoom by rivals Olympus and Panasonic. The sensor resolution of the E-M10 III (16MP) and the FZ70 (16MP) is pretty close but the E-M10 III (Four Thirds) and FZ70 (1/2.3") have totally different sensor sizes.

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The E-M10 III was released 4 years later than the FZ70 and that is a fairly significant gap as far as camera technology is concerned. Both the cameras feature different body design with the Olympus E-M10 III being a SLR-style mirrorless camera and the Panasonic FZ70 being a SLR-like (bridge) camera.

Before delving right into a comprehensive comparison, here is a simple introduction of how the E-M10 III scores vs the FZ70 in relation to portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.

The following is a preview of the gallery images for Olympus OM-D E-M10 Mark III and Panasonic Lumix DMC-FZ70. The complete galleries are available at Olympus E-M10 III Gallery and Panasonic FZ70 Gallery.

For anybody who is planning to lug around your camera regularly, you should factor its weight and proportions. The Olympus E-M10 III features outer dimensions of 122mm x 84mm x 50mm (4.8" x 3.3" x 2.0") along with a weight of 410 grams (0.90 lbs) while the Panasonic FZ70 has measurements of 130mm x 97mm x 118mm (5.1" x 3.8" x 4.6") having a weight of 606 grams (1.34 lbs).

Look at the Olympus E-M10 III and Panasonic FZ70 in the all new Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Do not forget, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will differ based on the lens you are working with during that time. Here is a front view dimensions comparison of the E-M10 III against the FZ70.

Considering dimensions and weight, the portability score of the E-M10 III and FZ70 is 80 and 63 respectively.

Normally, it is tough to envision the gap in sensor measurements simply by viewing specifications. The photograph underneath may give you a clearer sense of the sensor dimensions in the E-M10 III and FZ70.

Plainly, each of the cameras feature the identical megapixels albeit not the same sensor measurements. The E-M10 III features the bigger sensor which will make obtaining shallower DOF less difficult. The more modern E-M10 III will have an edge in sensor technology.