Olympus SZ-10 vs Panasonic SZ7

Here, we are matching up the Olympus SZ-10 vs Panasonic SZ7, one being a Small Sensor Superzoom and the other is a Small Sensor Compact by manufacturers Olympus and Panasonic. The resolution of the SZ-10 (14MP) and the SZ7 (14MP) is fairly close and both cameras offer the identical sensor sizing (1/2.3").

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The SZ-10 was unveiled 11 months prior to the SZ7 which means that they are both of a similar generation. Each of these cameras feature the same body design (Compact).

Before diving into a comprehensive comparison, here is a brief highlight of how the SZ-10 matches up vs the SZ7 in relation to portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

Following is a sample of the gallery pictures for Olympus SZ-10 and Panasonic Lumix DMC-SZ7. The full galleries are provided at Olympus SZ-10 Gallery and Panasonic SZ7 Gallery.

For those who are going to carry your camera, you will have to think about its weight and dimensions. The Olympus SZ-10 comes with external measurements of 106mm x 67mm x 38mm (4.2" x 2.6" x 1.5") along with a weight of 215 grams (0.47 lbs) and the Panasonic SZ7 has dimensions of 99mm x 59mm x 21mm (3.9" x 2.3" x 0.8") having a weight of 133 grams (0.29 lbs).

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Take into consideration, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will change dependant on the lens you are working with during that time. Following is a front view proportions comparison of the SZ-10 and the SZ7.

Using dimensions and weight, the portability rating of the SZ-10 and SZ7 is 90 and 95 respectively.

Normally, its tough to visualise the difference in sensor sizing only by researching a spec sheet. The graphic here will give you a greater sense of the sensor measurements in the SZ-10 and SZ7.

Clearly, both of these cameras come with the identical sensor size and the identical resolution therefore you should expect comparable quality of photos although you need to take the release date of the cameras into account. The older SZ-10 will be disadvantaged in sensor tech.