Olympus 7000 vs Panasonic SZ7

Here is a thorough comparison of the Olympus 7000 and Panasonic SZ7, both Small Sensor Compact digital cameras by brands Olympus and Panasonic. The resolution of the 7000 (12MP) and the SZ7 (14MP) is fairly similar and both cameras offer the same sensor size (1/2.3").

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The 7000 was introduced 4 years before the SZ7 and that is quite a significant difference as far as tech is concerned. Both cameras have the same body design (Compact).

Before going right into a full comparison, here is a short overview of how the 7000 grades vs the SZ7 in the way of portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

The following is a sample of the gallery pictures for Olympus Stylus 7000 & Panasonic Lumix DMC-SZ7. The whole galleries are available at Olympus 7000 Gallery & Panasonic SZ7 Gallery.

If you're aiming to carry your camera often, you need to take into account its weight and dimensions. The Olympus 7000 offers 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) whilst the Panasonic SZ7 has dimensions of 99mm x 59mm x 21mm (3.9" x 2.3" x 0.8") having a weight of 133 grams (0.29 lbs).

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Bear in mind, the weight of an ILC will vary dependant on the lens you use at that moment. Following is a front view physical size comparison of the 7000 compared to the SZ7.

Factoring in size and weight, the portability score of the 7000 and SZ7 is 94 and 95 respectively.

Often, it is very difficult to visualise the gap between sensor sizing only by going over specs. The graphic below will help give you a better sense of the sensor sizes in the 7000 and SZ7.

All in all, the 2 cameras provide the same sensor dimensions but not the same megapixels. You can anticipate the Panasonic SZ7 to offer extra detail using its extra 2 Megapixels. Greater resolution can also let you crop pics more aggressively. The older 7000 is going to be disadvantaged with regard to sensor innovation.