Olympus 7010 vs Panasonic FH5

Below is a extensive comparison of the Olympus 7010 and Panasonic FH5, both Small Sensor Compact digital cameras by rivals Olympus and Panasonic. There exists a significant gap between the image resolutions of the 7010 (12MP) and FH5 (16MP) but both cameras posses the same sensor sizes (1/2.3").

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The 7010 was revealed 17 months prior to the FH5 which makes them a generation apart from one another. Each of the cameras have the same body design (Compact).

Before going straight to a complete comparison, here is a concise view of how the 7010 grades vs the FH5 with regard to portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.

The following is a preview of the gallery photos for Olympus Stylus 7010 and Panasonic Lumix DMC-FH5. The full galleries are viewable at Olympus 7010 Gallery and Panasonic FH5 Gallery.

For those who are going to lug around your camera frequently, you will need to consider its weight and size. The Olympus 7010 enjoys outside measurements of 98mm x 56mm x 26mm (3.9" x 2.2" x 1.0") with a weight of 145 grams (0.32 lbs) and the Panasonic FH5 has specifications of 94mm x 54mm x 19mm (3.7" x 2.1" x 0.7") accompanied by a weight of 121 grams (0.27 lbs).

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Remember, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will vary depending on the lens you are employing at that moment. Following is a front view size comparison of the 7010 vs the FH5.

Considering dimensions and weight, the portability grade of the 7010 and FH5 is 94 and 96 respectively.

Normally, it can be tough to imagine the gap between sensor measurements purely by reviewing technical specs. The photograph underneath may give you a more clear sense of the sensor sizing in the 7010 and FH5.

As you have seen, each of the cameras provide the same sensor dimensions albeit different megapixels. You should count on the Panasonic FH5 to deliver greater detail because of its extra 4 Megapixels. Higher resolution can also enable you to crop pictures more aggressively. The older 7010 is going to be disadvantaged when it comes to sensor technology.