Olympus SP-610UZ vs Panasonic G7
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Olympus SP-610UZ vs Panasonic G7 Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 14MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 3" Fixed Screen
- ISO 100 - 3200
- Sensor-shift Image Stabilization
- 1280 x 720 video
- 28-616mm (F3.3-5.7) lens
- 405g - 107 x 73 x 73mm
- Revealed January 2011
- Previous Model is Olympus SP-600 UZ
- Replacement is Olympus SP-620 UZ
(Full Review)
- 16MP - Four Thirds Sensor
- 3" Fully Articulated Display
- ISO 100 - 25600
- 3840 x 2160 video
- Micro Four Thirds Mount
- 410g - 125 x 86 x 77mm
- Announced May 2015
- Replaced the Panasonic G6
Olympus SP-610UZ vs Panasonic G7 Overview
Here, we are contrasting the Olympus SP-610UZ and Panasonic G7, one is a Small Sensor Superzoom and the other is a Advanced Mirrorless by manufacturers Olympus and Panasonic. The image resolution of the SP-610UZ (14MP) and the G7 (16MP) is very similar but the SP-610UZ (1/2.3") and G7 (Four Thirds) have different sensor size.
Samsung Releases Faster Versions of EVO MicroSD CardsThe SP-610UZ was brought out 5 years prior to the G7 which is quite a sizable gap as far as technology is concerned. The two cameras feature different body design with the Olympus SP-610UZ being a Compact camera and the Panasonic G7 being a SLR-style mirrorless camera.
Before diving right into a full comparison, here is a short summation of how the SP-610UZ grades vs the G7 with regard to portability, imaging, features and an overall score.
Olympus SP-610UZ vs Panasonic G7 Gallery
This is a sample of the gallery pics for Olympus SP-610UZ and Panasonic Lumix DMC-G7. The entire galleries are provided at Olympus SP-610UZ Gallery and Panasonic G7 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Olympus SP-610UZ over the Panasonic G7
SP-610UZ | G7 |
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Reasons to pick Panasonic G7 over the Olympus SP-610UZ
G7 | SP-610UZ | |||
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Announced | May 2015 | January 2011 | More modern by 53 months | |
Focus manually | More accurate focusing | |||
Display type | Fully Articulated | Fixed | Fully Articulating display | |
Display resolution | 1040k | 230k | Crisper display (+810k dot) | |
Selfie screen | Take selfies | |||
Touch friendly display | Easily navigate |
Common features in the Olympus SP-610UZ and Panasonic G7
SP-610UZ | G7 | |||
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Display size | 3" | 3" | Same display size |
Olympus SP-610UZ vs Panasonic G7 Physical Comparison
When you are intending to carry around your camera, you have to consider its weight and proportions. The Olympus SP-610UZ has physical measurements of 107mm x 73mm x 73mm (4.2" x 2.9" x 2.9") with a weight of 405 grams (0.89 lbs) and the Panasonic G7 has measurements of 125mm x 86mm x 77mm (4.9" x 3.4" x 3.0") with a weight of 410 grams (0.90 lbs).
Analyze the Olympus SP-610UZ and Panasonic G7 in the latest Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.Bear in mind, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will differ based on the lens you are utilizing at that moment. Here is a front view overall size comparison of the SP-610UZ vs the G7.
Considering dimensions and weight, the portability score of the SP-610UZ and G7 is 79 and 71 respectively.
Olympus SP-610UZ vs Panasonic G7 Sensor Comparison
Normally, it's tough to visualize the difference between sensor sizes just by reviewing specs. The picture underneath may provide you a clearer sense of the sensor measurements in the SP-610UZ and G7.
All in all, each of these cameras feature different megapixel count and different sensor sizes. The SP-610UZ featuring a tinier sensor is going to make shooting shallow DOF tougher and the Panasonic G7 will offer you greater detail having its extra 2MP. Greater resolution will also help you crop photos way more aggressively. The more aged SP-610UZ is going to be disadvantaged when it comes to sensor innovation.
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Olympus SP-610UZ vs Panasonic G7 Specifications
Olympus SP-610UZ | Panasonic Lumix DMC-G7 | |
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General Information | ||
Manufacturer | Olympus | Panasonic |
Model | Olympus SP-610UZ | Panasonic Lumix DMC-G7 |
Type | Small Sensor Superzoom | Advanced Mirrorless |
Revealed | 2011-01-06 | 2015-05-19 |
Body design | Compact | SLR-style mirrorless |
Sensor Information | ||
Powered by | TruePic III | - |
Sensor type | CCD | CMOS |
Sensor size | 1/2.3" | Four Thirds |
Sensor measurements | 6.17 x 4.55mm | 17.3 x 13mm |
Sensor surface area | 28.1mm² | 224.9mm² |
Sensor resolution | 14MP | 16MP |
Anti aliasing filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 4:3 and 16:9 | 1:1, 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 |
Highest Possible resolution | 4288 x 3216 | 4592 x 3448 |
Maximum native ISO | 3200 | 25600 |
Min native ISO | 100 | 100 |
RAW format | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Focus manually | ||
AF touch | ||
Continuous AF | ||
AF single | ||
AF tracking | ||
AF selectice | ||
Center weighted AF | ||
AF multi area | ||
Live view AF | ||
Face detection AF | ||
Contract detection AF | ||
Phase detection AF | ||
Number of focus points | 11 | 49 |
Lens | ||
Lens mount | fixed lens | Micro Four Thirds |
Lens focal range | 28-616mm (22.0x) | - |
Max aperture | f/3.3-5.7 | - |
Macro focus range | 1cm | - |
Number of lenses | - | 107 |
Focal length multiplier | 5.8 | 2.1 |
Screen | ||
Range of screen | Fixed Type | Fully Articulated |
Screen size | 3 inch | 3 inch |
Screen resolution | 230k dot | 1,040k dot |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch capability | ||
Screen tech | TFT Color LCD | - |
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder | None | Electronic |
Viewfinder resolution | - | 2,360k dot |
Viewfinder coverage | - | 100 percent |
Viewfinder magnification | - | 0.7x |
Features | ||
Minimum shutter speed | 4s | 60s |
Fastest shutter speed | 1/2000s | 1/4000s |
Fastest silent shutter speed | - | 1/16000s |
Continuous shutter speed | 1.0 frames/s | 7.0 frames/s |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Expose Manually | ||
Exposure compensation | - | Yes |
Set WB | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Integrated flash | ||
Flash range | 6.30 m | 9.30 m |
Flash options | Auto, On, Off, Red-Eye, Fill-in | Auto, On, Off, Red-Eye, Slow Sync |
Hot shoe | ||
AEB | ||
White balance bracketing | ||
Exposure | ||
Multisegment exposure | ||
Average exposure | ||
Spot exposure | ||
Partial exposure | ||
AF area exposure | ||
Center weighted exposure | ||
Video features | ||
Supported video resolutions | 1280 x 720 (30 fps), 640 x 480 (30 fps), 320 x 180 (30fps) | 3840 x 2160 (30, 25, 24, 20fps) 1920 x 1080 (60, 50, 30, 25fps) 1280 x 720 (60, 50, 30, 25fps), 640 x 480 (30, 25fps |
Maximum video resolution | 1280x720 | 3840x2160 |
Video format | Motion JPEG | MPEG-4, AVCHD |
Microphone jack | ||
Headphone jack | ||
Connectivity | ||
Wireless | Eye-Fi Connected | Built-In |
Bluetooth | ||
NFC | ||
HDMI | ||
USB | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) |
GPS | None | None |
Physical | ||
Environmental seal | ||
Water proof | ||
Dust proof | ||
Shock proof | ||
Crush proof | ||
Freeze proof | ||
Weight | 405g (0.89 lb) | 410g (0.90 lb) |
Physical dimensions | 107 x 73 x 73mm (4.2" x 2.9" x 2.9") | 125 x 86 x 77mm (4.9" x 3.4" x 3.0") |
DXO scores | ||
DXO Overall score | not tested | not tested |
DXO Color Depth score | not tested | not tested |
DXO Dynamic range score | not tested | not tested |
DXO Low light score | not tested | not tested |
Other | ||
Battery life | 340 photos | 350 photos |
Form of battery | AA | Battery Pack |
Battery model | 4 x AA | - |
Self timer | Yes (2 or 12 sec) | Yes (2 or 10 sec, 10 sec (3 images)) |
Time lapse shooting | ||
Storage media | SD/SDHC/SDXC | SD/SDHC/SDXC |
Storage slots | One | One |
Launch cost | $299 | $800 |