Olympus 7010 vs Panasonic FH2

Here, we are matching up the Olympus 7010 versus Panasonic FH2, both Small Sensor Compact digital cameras by manufacturers Olympus and Panasonic. The sensor resolution of the 7010 (12MP) and the FH2 (14MP) is very similar and both cameras offer the identical sensor dimensions (1/2.3").

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The 7010 was manufactured 17 months earlier than the FH2 making them a generation away from each other. Both cameras feature the same body design (Compact).

Before delving into a detailed comparison, here is a simple view of how the 7010 grades vs the FH2 when considering portability, imaging, features and an overall score.

Below is a sample of the gallery pics for Olympus Stylus 7010 and Panasonic Lumix DMC-FH2. The entire galleries are provided at Olympus 7010 Gallery and Panasonic FH2 Gallery.

If you're going to carry around your camera regularly, you need to factor its weight and size. The Olympus 7010 has got external dimensions of 98mm x 56mm x 26mm (3.9" x 2.2" x 1.0") along with a weight of 145 grams (0.32 lbs) whilst the Panasonic FH2 has specifications of 94mm x 54mm x 19mm (3.7" x 2.1" x 0.7") along with a weight of 121 grams (0.27 lbs).

Analyze the Olympus 7010 versus Panasonic FH2 in the new Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Always remember, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will change dependant on the lens you choose at the time. Here is a front view over all size comparison of the 7010 against the FH2.

Taking into account size and weight, the portability score of the 7010 and FH2 is 94 and 96 respectively.

Often, it is very hard to visualise the contrast between sensor sizes simply by reviewing specs. The image here will provide you a greater sense of the sensor sizes in the 7010 and FH2.

As you can plainly see, each of the cameras come with the identical sensor size but not the same resolution. You should expect to see the Panasonic FH2 to offer you more detail due to its extra 2 Megapixels. Greater resolution will allow you to crop images a good deal more aggressively. The more aged 7010 is going to be behind when it comes to sensor innovation.