Olympus 7000 vs Panasonic S1
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Olympus 7000 vs Panasonic S1 Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 12MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 3" Fixed Display
- ISO 50 - 1600
- Sensor-shift Image Stabilization
- 640 x 480 video
- 37-260mm (F3.5-5.3) lens
- 172g - 96 x 56 x 25mm
- Announced January 2009
- Alternative Name is mju 7000
(Full Review)
- 12MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 2.7" Fixed Screen
- ISO 100 - 6400
- Optical Image Stabilization
- 1280 x 720 video
- 28-112mm (F3.1-5.6) lens
- 117g - 99 x 59 x 21mm
- Announced January 2011
Olympus 7000 vs Panasonic S1 Overview
Lets take a closer look at the Olympus 7000 versus Panasonic S1, both Small Sensor Compact digital cameras by manufacturers Olympus and Panasonic. The image resolution of the 7000 (12MP) and the S1 (12MP) is pretty similar and they enjoy the same exact sensor sizing (1/2.3").
Snapchat Adds Watermarks to AI-Created ImagesThe 7000 was unveiled 24 months before the S1 which makes the cameras a generation apart from each other. Both cameras offer the identical body type (Compact).
Before getting through a complete comparison, below is a short synopsis of how the 7000 grades against the S1 when considering portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.
Olympus 7000 vs Panasonic S1 Gallery
The following is a preview of the gallery images for Olympus Stylus 7000 & Panasonic Lumix DMC-S1. The full galleries are available at Olympus 7000 Gallery & Panasonic S1 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Olympus 7000 over the Panasonic S1
7000 | S1 | |||
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Screen sizing | 3" | 2.7" | Bigger screen (+0.3") |
Reasons to pick Panasonic S1 over the Olympus 7000
S1 | 7000 | |||
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Announced | January 2011 | January 2009 | More recent by 24 months |
Common features in the Olympus 7000 and Panasonic S1
7000 | S1 | |||
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Manual focus | No manual focusing | |||
Screen type | Fixed | Fixed | Fixed screen | |
Screen resolution | 230k | 230k | Equal screen resolution | |
Selfie screen | No selfie screen | |||
Touch screen | Neither features Touch screen |
Olympus 7000 vs Panasonic S1 Physical Comparison
In case you're intending to lug around your camera frequently, you need to factor its weight and size. The Olympus 7000 enjoys exterior dimensions of 96mm x 56mm x 25mm (3.8" x 2.2" x 1.0") having a weight of 172 grams (0.38 lbs) and the Panasonic S1 has specifications of 99mm x 59mm x 21mm (3.9" x 2.3" x 0.8") accompanied by a weight of 117 grams (0.26 lbs).
Look at the Olympus 7000 versus Panasonic S1 in our newest Camera & Lens Size Comparison Tool.Keep in mind, the weight of an ILC will differ based on the lens you select at the time. The following is the front view dimension comparison of the 7000 vs the S1.
Factoring in size and weight, the portability grade of the 7000 and S1 is 94 and 96 respectively.
Olympus 7000 vs Panasonic S1 Sensor Comparison
Oftentimes, it is very difficult to picture the gap between sensor measurements simply by going over specifications. The visual below might give you a clearer sense of the sensor dimensions in the 7000 and S1.
Plainly, both cameras enjoy the same exact sensor sizing and the same exact resolution so you can expect similar quality of files although you should really factor the launch date of the products into consideration. The older 7000 is going to be disadvantaged in sensor technology.
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Olympus 7000 vs Panasonic S1 Specifications
Olympus Stylus 7000 | Panasonic Lumix DMC-S1 | |
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General Information | ||
Brand Name | Olympus | Panasonic |
Model | Olympus Stylus 7000 | Panasonic Lumix DMC-S1 |
Also called | mju 7000 | - |
Class | Small Sensor Compact | Small Sensor Compact |
Announced | 2009-01-07 | 2011-01-05 |
Body design | Compact | Compact |
Sensor Information | ||
Powered by | - | Venus Engine IV |
Sensor type | CCD | CCD |
Sensor size | 1/2.3" | 1/2.3" |
Sensor dimensions | 6.08 x 4.56mm | 6.08 x 4.56mm |
Sensor area | 27.7mm² | 27.7mm² |
Sensor resolution | 12 megapixel | 12 megapixel |
Anti aliasing filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 16:9, 4:3 and 3:2 | 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 |
Peak resolution | 3968 x 2976 | 4000 x 3000 |
Highest native ISO | 1600 | 6400 |
Minimum native ISO | 50 | 100 |
RAW files | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Manual focus | ||
Autofocus touch | ||
Autofocus continuous | ||
Autofocus single | ||
Autofocus tracking | ||
Selective autofocus | ||
Autofocus center weighted | ||
Multi area autofocus | ||
Autofocus live view | ||
Face detect autofocus | ||
Contract detect autofocus | ||
Phase detect autofocus | ||
Number of focus points | - | 11 |
Lens | ||
Lens mount | fixed lens | fixed lens |
Lens focal range | 37-260mm (7.0x) | 28-112mm (4.0x) |
Max aperture | f/3.5-5.3 | f/3.1-5.6 |
Macro focus distance | 2cm | 5cm |
Focal length multiplier | 5.9 | 5.9 |
Screen | ||
Display type | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
Display size | 3 inches | 2.7 inches |
Resolution of display | 230 thousand dot | 230 thousand dot |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch capability | ||
Display technology | - | TFT LCD |
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder | None | None |
Features | ||
Minimum shutter speed | 4 secs | 8 secs |
Fastest shutter speed | 1/2000 secs | 1/1600 secs |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Manually set exposure | ||
Set white balance | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Integrated flash | ||
Flash range | 4.80 m | 3.30 m |
Flash options | Auto, Fill-in, Red-Eye reduction, Off, On | Auto, On, Off, Red-Eye reduction |
External flash | ||
AEB | ||
White balance bracketing | ||
Exposure | ||
Multisegment exposure | ||
Average exposure | ||
Spot exposure | ||
Partial exposure | ||
AF area exposure | ||
Center weighted exposure | ||
Video features | ||
Video resolutions | 640 x 480 (30, 15 fps), 320 x 240 (30, 15 fps) | 1280 x 720 (30fps), 640 x 480 (30 fps), 320 x 240 (30 fps) |
Highest video resolution | 640x480 | 1280x720 |
Video data format | Motion JPEG | Motion JPEG |
Mic jack | ||
Headphone jack | ||
Connectivity | ||
Wireless | None | None |
Bluetooth | ||
NFC | ||
HDMI | ||
USB | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) |
GPS | None | None |
Physical | ||
Environmental seal | ||
Water proof | ||
Dust proof | ||
Shock proof | ||
Crush proof | ||
Freeze proof | ||
Weight | 172 gr (0.38 lbs) | 117 gr (0.26 lbs) |
Dimensions | 96 x 56 x 25mm (3.8" x 2.2" x 1.0") | 99 x 59 x 21mm (3.9" x 2.3" x 0.8") |
DXO scores | ||
DXO Overall score | not tested | not tested |
DXO Color Depth score | not tested | not tested |
DXO Dynamic range score | not tested | not tested |
DXO Low light score | not tested | not tested |
Other | ||
Battery life | - | 240 images |
Type of battery | - | Battery Pack |
Self timer | Yes (12 seconds) | Yes (2 or 10 sec) |
Time lapse shooting | ||
Type of storage | xD Picture Card, microSD Card, Internal | SD/SDHC/SDXC, Internal |
Storage slots | Single | Single |
Retail pricing | $280 | $269 |