Olympus SZ-10 vs Olympus 7000

On this page, we will be comparing the Olympus SZ-10 versus Olympus 7000, former is a Small Sensor Superzoom while the latter is a Small Sensor Compact and they are both produced by Olympus. The sensor resolution of the SZ-10 (14MP) and the 7000 (12MP) is pretty similar and both cameras offer the same sensor measurements (1/2.3").

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The SZ-10 was unveiled 2 years after the 7000 which is quite a sizable difference as far as technology is concerned. Both the cameras have the same body design (Compact).

Before we go right into a more detailed comparison, here is a concise synopsis of how the SZ-10 grades against the 7000 when considering portability, imaging, features and an overall score.

This is a preview of the gallery images for Olympus SZ-10 & Olympus Stylus 7000. The full galleries are provided at Olympus SZ-10 Gallery & Olympus 7000 Gallery.

If you're planning to carry around your camera, you're going to have to consider its weight and dimensions. The Olympus SZ-10 has exterior measurements of 106mm x 67mm x 38mm (4.2" x 2.6" x 1.5") having a weight of 215 grams (0.47 lbs) and the Olympus 7000 has dimensions of 96mm x 56mm x 25mm (3.8" x 2.2" x 1.0") having a weight of 172 grams (0.38 lbs).

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Take into account, the weight of an ILC will differ dependant on the lens you have chosen at the time. The following is a front view over all size comparison of the SZ-10 and the 7000.

Taking into consideration dimensions and weight, the portability score of the SZ-10 and 7000 is 90 and 94 respectively.

Quite often, it can be tough to envision the difference between sensor sizes just by reading specs. The image here might provide you a stronger sense of the sensor sizing in the SZ-10 and 7000.

All in all, both of these cameras have the same sensor dimensions albeit not the same MP. You can expect the Olympus SZ-10 to offer extra detail having an extra 2MP. Higher resolution will let you crop photographs a bit more aggressively. The fresher SZ-10 will have an edge with regard to sensor innovation.