Olympus 7000 vs Panasonic GH1

Below, we will be contrasting the Olympus 7000 versus Panasonic GH1, former is a Small Sensor Compact while the latter is a Advanced Mirrorless by competitors Olympus and Panasonic. The image resolution of the 7000 (12MP) and the GH1 (12MP) is relatively comparable but the 7000 (1/2.3") and GH1 (Four Thirds) come with totally different sensor measurements.

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The 7000 was announced 6 months prior to the GH1 which means that they are of a similar age. Both of these cameras come with different body type with the Olympus 7000 being a Compact camera and the Panasonic GH1 being a SLR-style mirrorless camera.

Before delving through a step-by-step comparison, below is a simple overview of how the 7000 scores versus the GH1 in regards to portability, imaging, features and an overall score.

Below is a preview of the gallery photos for Olympus Stylus 7000 & Panasonic Lumix DMC-GH1. The whole galleries are provided at Olympus 7000 Gallery & Panasonic GH1 Gallery.

If you are intending to carry around your camera regularly, you'll need to factor in its weight and volume. The Olympus 7000 enjoys outside dimensions 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 GH1 has sizing of 124mm x 90mm x 45mm (4.9" x 3.5" x 1.8") having a weight of 385 grams (0.85 lbs).

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Bear in mind, the weight of an ILC will vary depending on the lens you are utilising during that time. The following is the front view size comparison of the 7000 versus the GH1.

Taking into account size and weight, the portability rating of the 7000 and GH1 is 94 and 81 respectively.

Usually, its difficult to envision the contrast in sensor sizes only by seeing technical specs. The image underneath might provide you a more clear sense of the sensor dimensions in the 7000 and GH1.

As you have seen, each of these cameras have got the exact same resolution albeit not the same sensor sizes. The 7000 includes the smaller sensor which is going to make obtaining bokeh more difficult.