Olympus 7000 vs Panasonic G1

In this write-up, we will be comparing the Olympus 7000 and Panasonic G1, former being a Small Sensor Compact while the latter is a Entry-Level Mirrorless by manufacturers Olympus and Panasonic. The resolution of the 7000 (12MP) and the G1 (12MP) is relatively similar but the 7000 (1/2.3") and G1 (Four Thirds) possess different sensor sizes.

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The 7000 was manufactured at a similar time to the G1 which means that they are both of a similar age. Both the cameras offer different body type with the Olympus 7000 being a Compact camera and the Panasonic G1 being a SLR-style mirrorless camera.

Before getting through a detailed comparison, below is a concise overview of how the 7000 grades vs the G1 in terms of portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.

This is a preview of the gallery photos for Olympus Stylus 7000 & Panasonic Lumix DMC-G1. The entire galleries are available at Olympus 7000 Gallery & Panasonic G1 Gallery.

For those who are aiming to lug around your camera regularly, you'll have to think about its weight and volume. The Olympus 7000 provides exterior 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 G1 has sizing of 124mm x 84mm x 45mm (4.9" x 3.3" x 1.8") accompanied by a weight of 360 grams (0.79 lbs).

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Bear in mind, the weight of an ILC will change based on the lens you are using at that time. Below is the front view measurements comparison of the 7000 against the G1.

Considering dimensions and weight, the portability rating of the 7000 and G1 is 94 and 82 respectively.

Quite often, it's tough to picture the contrast between sensor measurements merely by reviewing technical specs. The photograph here might give you a greater sense of the sensor measurements in the 7000 and G1.

As you can tell, both cameras offer the same exact megapixels albeit different sensor measurements. The 7000 offers the tinier sensor which will make obtaining shallower depth of field harder.