Olympus 7000 vs Panasonic SZ1

Lets look more closely at the Olympus 7000 versus Panasonic SZ1, both Small Sensor Compact digital cameras by brands Olympus and Panasonic. There is a sizeable difference between the sensor resolutions of the 7000 (12MP) and SZ1 (16MP) but they possess the same exact sensor dimensions (1/2.3").

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The 7000 was unveiled 4 years before the SZ1 and that is quite a large gap as far as tech is concerned. The two cameras offer the identical body type (Compact).

Before diving straight into a complete comparison, below is a concise synopsis of how the 7000 grades versus the SZ1 in the way of portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.

Below is a preview of the gallery images for Olympus Stylus 7000 and Panasonic Lumix DMC-SZ1. The full galleries are provided at Olympus 7000 Gallery and Panasonic SZ1 Gallery.

For those who are looking to lug around your camera, you will want to factor its weight and proportions. The Olympus 7000 provides external 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) and the Panasonic SZ1 has measurements of 99mm x 59mm x 21mm (3.9" x 2.3" x 0.8") with a weight of 131 grams (0.29 lbs).

Check out the Olympus 7000 versus Panasonic SZ1 in the latest Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Do not forget, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will change depending on the lens you choose at that moment. The following is the front view over all size comparison of the 7000 and the SZ1.

Looking at size and weight, the portability grade of the 7000 and SZ1 is 94 and 95 respectively.

Oftentimes, it is very hard to imagine the contrast between sensor measurements simply by reviewing specs. The graphic here will offer you a much better sense of the sensor sizing in the 7000 and SZ1.

All in all, both of those cameras enjoy the same exact sensor sizing albeit different resolution. You should expect the Panasonic SZ1 to offer extra detail having an extra 4 Megapixels. Higher resolution will help you crop photographs far more aggressively. The older 7000 is going to be disadvantaged with regard to sensor tech.