Olympus 7000 vs Panasonic FH1

Following is a in depth analysis of the Olympus 7000 and Panasonic FH1, both Small Sensor Compact cameras by competitors Olympus and Panasonic. The sensor resolution of the 7000 (12MP) and the FH1 (12MP) is very close and they feature the exact same sensor sizing (1/2.3").

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The 7000 was released 12 months prior to the FH1 which means that they are of a similar generation. Both of the cameras come with the identical body type (Compact).

Before going straight into a in depth comparison, below is a quick summary of how the 7000 grades against the FH1 when considering portability, imaging, features and an overall score.

Following is a sample of the gallery pics for Olympus Stylus 7000 and Panasonic Lumix DMC-FH1. The complete galleries are provided at Olympus 7000 Gallery and Panasonic FH1 Gallery.

If you're aiming to carry around your camera frequently, you are going to need to take into account its weight and size. The Olympus 7000 provides external measurements of 96mm x 56mm x 25mm (3.8" x 2.2" x 1.0") with a weight of 172 grams (0.38 lbs) while the Panasonic FH1 has specifications of 98mm x 55mm x 23mm (3.9" x 2.2" x 0.9") and a weight of 163 grams (0.36 lbs).

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Always remember, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will differ based on the lens you use at that moment. Underneath is the front view measurement comparison of the 7000 against the FH1.

Considering size and weight, the portability rating of the 7000 and FH1 is 94 and 95 respectively.

Oftentimes, it is very hard to envision the difference in sensor sizes only by viewing a spec sheet. The pic underneath might give you a greater sense of the sensor measurements in the 7000 and FH1.

Clearly, both cameras posses the exact same sensor measurements and the exact same MP therefore you should expect comparable quality of photos though you should really factor the release date of the cameras into account. The more aged 7000 will be disadvantaged with regard to sensor technology.