Olympus 7000 vs Panasonic 3D1

Its time to examine more closely at the Olympus 7000 and Panasonic 3D1, both Small Sensor Compact digital cameras by manufacturers Olympus and Panasonic. The sensor resolution of the 7000 (12MP) and the 3D1 (12MP) is pretty similar and they come with the exact same sensor measurements (1/2.3").

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The 7000 was launched 3 years earlier than the 3D1 which is quite a big gap as far as technology is concerned. Both the cameras come with the identical body type (Compact).

Before we go through a comprehensive comparison, below is a short view of how the 7000 scores against the 3D1 in the way of portability, imaging, features and an overall score.

Here is a preview of the gallery images for Olympus Stylus 7000 and Panasonic Lumix DMC-3D1. The complete galleries are available at Olympus 7000 Gallery and Panasonic 3D1 Gallery.

For those who are aiming to carry around your camera often, you should consider its weight and dimensions. The Olympus 7000 provides outer dimensions of 96mm x 56mm x 25mm (3.8" x 2.2" x 1.0") and a weight of 172 grams (0.38 lbs) and the Panasonic 3D1 has dimensions of 108mm x 58mm x 24mm (4.3" x 2.3" x 0.9") accompanied by a weight of 193 grams (0.43 lbs).

Check the Olympus 7000 and Panasonic 3D1 in the new Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Take into account, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will differ based on the lens you are working with at the time. Here is the front view dimension comparison of the 7000 vs the 3D1.

Taking into account dimensions and weight, the portability rating of the 7000 and 3D1 is 94 and 93 respectively.

More often than not, it is very hard to visualise the difference between sensor sizes simply by reviewing specifications. The image here might offer you a greater sense of the sensor dimensions in the 7000 and 3D1.

Plainly, both of those cameras posses the exact same sensor measurements and the same MP therefore you should expect similar quality of images though you should really take the production date of the products into consideration. The more aged 7000 is going to be behind with regard to sensor tech.