Olympus SP-610UZ vs Panasonic ZS7

Here, we are analyzing the Olympus SP-610UZ versus Panasonic ZS7, both Small Sensor Superzoom cameras by manufacturers Olympus and Panasonic. The image resolution of the SP-610UZ (14MP) and the ZS7 (12MP) is fairly comparable and both cameras have the identical sensor size (1/2.3").

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The SP-610UZ was launched 6 months earlier than the ZS7 so they are of a similar age. Both the cameras feature the same body design (Compact).

Before getting right into a detailed comparison, here is a simple summary of how the SP-610UZ scores versus the ZS7 in regards to portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.

The following is a sample of the gallery pictures for Olympus SP-610UZ & Panasonic Lumix DMC-ZS7. The complete galleries are viewable at Olympus SP-610UZ Gallery & Panasonic ZS7 Gallery.

In case you're planning to travel with your camera often, you need to factor its weight and proportions. The Olympus SP-610UZ has got outside dimensions of 107mm x 73mm x 73mm (4.2" x 2.9" x 2.9") and a weight of 405 grams (0.89 lbs) while the Panasonic ZS7 has measurements of 103mm x 60mm x 33mm (4.1" x 2.4" x 1.3") accompanied by a weight of 218 grams (0.48 lbs).

Compare the Olympus SP-610UZ versus Panasonic ZS7 in our completely new Camera & Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Always remember, the weight of an ILC will differ depending on the lens you select during that time. The following is a front view over all size comparison of the SP-610UZ and the ZS7.

Factoring in dimensions and weight, the portability score of the SP-610UZ and ZS7 is 79 and 91 respectively.

Normally, it can be difficult to imagine the gap in sensor dimensions purely by seeing technical specs. The picture underneath might offer you a stronger sense of the sensor sizes in the SP-610UZ and ZS7.

As you have seen, both of those cameras come with the identical sensor size but different megapixels. You can anticipate the Olympus SP-610UZ to provide more detail utilizing its extra 2 Megapixels. Greater resolution will also let you crop pics a good deal more aggressively.