Olympus 7000 vs Panasonic FX580

Here, we are matching up the Olympus 7000 and Panasonic FX580, both Small Sensor Compact cameras by manufacturers Olympus and Panasonic. The resolution of the 7000 (12MP) and the FX580 (12MP) is fairly comparable and both cameras posses the identical sensor size (1/2.3").

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The 7000 was revealed around the same time to the FX580 which means that they are both of a similar age. The two cameras feature the same body design (Compact).

Before diving into a comprehensive comparison, here is a simple introduction of how the 7000 matches up versus the FX580 with regard to portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

Following is a sample of the gallery pictures for Olympus Stylus 7000 & Panasonic Lumix DMC-FX580. The full galleries are available at Olympus 7000 Gallery & Panasonic FX580 Gallery.

If you're aiming to carry your camera often, you need to take into account its weight and measurements. The Olympus 7000 provides outside measurements of 96mm x 56mm x 25mm (3.8" x 2.2" x 1.0") along with a weight of 172 grams (0.38 lbs) while the Panasonic FX580 has proportions of 95mm x 57mm x 22mm (3.7" x 2.2" x 0.9") and a weight of 167 grams (0.37 lbs).

Check the Olympus 7000 and Panasonic FX580 in our newest Camera plus Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Take into account, the weight of an ILC will differ dependant on the lens you select at the time. Following is a front view dimensions comparison of the 7000 versus the FX580.

Using dimensions and weight, the portability score of the 7000 and FX580 is 94 and 95 respectively.

Sometimes, its hard to visualise the gap in sensor sizing simply by checking out specifications. The graphic underneath may provide you a better sense of the sensor sizing in the 7000 and FX580.

Plainly, both of these cameras come with the identical sensor size and the same resolution therefore you can expect comparable quality of files although you need to consider the age of the cameras into account.