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Olympus 7010 vs Panasonic FS15

Portability
94
Imaging
35
Features
18
Overall
28
Olympus Stylus 7010 front
 
Panasonic Lumix DMC-FS15 front
Portability
95
Imaging
34
Features
17
Overall
27

Olympus 7010 vs Panasonic FS15 Key Specs

Olympus 7010
(Full Review)
  • 12MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
  • 2.7" Fixed Screen
  • ISO 64 - 1600
  • Sensor-shift Image Stabilization
  • 640 x 480 video
  • 28-196mm (F3.0-5.9) lens
  • 145g - 98 x 56 x 26mm
  • Revealed July 2009
  • Also Known as mju 7010
Panasonic FS15
(Full Review)
  • 12MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
  • 2.7" Fixed Screen
  • ISO 80 - 1600 (Boost to 6400)
  • Optical Image Stabilization
  • 640 x 480 video
  • 29-145mm (F3.3-5.9) lens
  • 136g - 97 x 54 x 22mm
  • Introduced January 2009
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Olympus 7010 vs Panasonic FS15 Overview

Here is a extensive analysis of the Olympus 7010 vs Panasonic FS15, former being a Small Sensor Compact while the latter is a Ultracompact by competitors Olympus and Panasonic. The image resolution of the 7010 (12MP) and the FS15 (12MP) is relatively well matched and both cameras provide the identical sensor size (1/2.3").

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The 7010 was released 7 months later than the FS15 which means that they are both of a similar age. Each of the cameras feature different body design with the Olympus 7010 being a Compact camera and the Panasonic FS15 being a Ultracompact camera.

Before going right into a thorough comparison, here is a quick summary of how the 7010 matches up against the FS15 with regard to portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

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Reasons to pick Olympus 7010 over the Panasonic FS15

 7010 FS15 
IntroducedJuly 2009January 2009Fresher by 7 months

Reasons to pick Panasonic FS15 over the Olympus 7010

 FS15 7010 

Common features in the Olympus 7010 and Panasonic FS15

 7010 FS15 
Manual focus Lack of manual focusing
Screen typeFixed Fixed Fixed screen
Screen size2.7"2.7"Same screen size
Screen resolution230k230kEqual screen resolution
Selfie screen Neither provides selfie screen
Touch friendly screen Neither provides Touch friendly screen

Olympus 7010 vs Panasonic FS15 Physical Comparison

For those who are going to carry your camera, you should take into account its weight and dimensions. The Olympus 7010 provides physical 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) and the Panasonic FS15 has dimensions of 97mm x 54mm x 22mm (3.8" x 2.1" x 0.9") along with a weight of 136 grams (0.30 lbs).

Examine the Olympus 7010 vs Panasonic FS15 in our newest Camera & Lens Size Comparison Tool. Camera Size Comparison with Lenses

Don't forget, the weight of an ILC will differ based on the lens you choose at that moment. Here is a front view physical size comparison of the 7010 against the FS15.

Olympus 7010 vs Panasonic FS15 size comparison

Taking into consideration size and weight, the portability grade of the 7010 and FS15 is 94 and 95 respectively.

Olympus 7010 vs Panasonic FS15 top view buttons comparison

Olympus 7010 vs Panasonic FS15 Sensor Comparison

Often, it's tough to visualize the gap between sensor sizing simply by reading through a spec sheet. The photograph here might provide you a clearer sense of the sensor dimensions in the 7010 and FS15.

Clearly, both of the cameras come with the identical sensor size and the same exact MP therefore you can expect similar quality of images though you really should consider the launch date of the products into consideration. The more recent 7010 should have a benefit in sensor tech.

Olympus 7010 vs Panasonic FS15 sensor size comparison

Olympus 7010 vs Panasonic FS15 Screen and ViewFinder

Olympus 7010 vs Panasonic FS15 Screen and Viewfinder comparison
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Photography Type Scores

Portrait Comparison

Portrait photography with Olympus 7010
Portrait photography with Panasonic FS15
21
lack of manual focus
no manual control
cannot use external flash
MP count low (12MP)
very small sensor (1/2.3")
no RAW files
20
no manual focus
no manual control
cannot use external flash
low resolution sensor (12MP)
very small sensor size (1/2.3")
lack of RAW files
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Street Comparison

Olympus 7010 Street photography details
Panasonic FS15 Street photography details
56
built in image stabilization (Sensor-shift)
no moving screen
very small sensor (1/2.3")
no RAW files
56
image stabilization (Optical)
no moving screen
very small sensor size (1/2.3")
lack of RAW files
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Sports Comparison

Olympus 7010 Sports photography details
Panasonic FS15 Sports photography details
27
built in image stabilization (Sensor-shift)
no shutter priority mode
MP count low (12 megapixels)
very small sensor (1/2.3")
no phase detect autofocus
25
image stabilization (Optical)
slow continuous shooting (2.0 fps)
no shutter priority
low resolution sensor (12 megapixels)
very small sensor size (1/2.3")
lack of phase detect autofocus
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Travel Comparison

Olympus 7010 Travel photography information
Panasonic FS15 Travel photography information
57
built-in flash
decently wide (28mm)
lack of Time Lapse mode
MP count low (12MP)
doesn't offer selfie friendly display
slow maximum aperture (f3.0)
51
has built in flash
lack of Time Lapse function
low resolution sensor (12MP)
does not have selfie friendly screen
wide angle not fantastic (29mm)
somewhat slow maximum aperture (f3.3)
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Landscape Comparison

Olympus 7010 Landscape photography factors
Panasonic FS15 Landscape photography factors
32
decently wide (28mm)
built in image stabilization (Sensor-shift)
lack of manual focus
fixed lens (fixed lens mount)
slow maximum aperture (f3.0)
tiny screen (2.7 inches)
no manual control
MP count low (12MP)
very small sensor (1/2.3")
no RAW files
lack of Time Lapse mode
27
image stabilization (Optical)
no manual focus
lens is fixed (fixed lens mount)
wide angle not fantastic (29mm)
somewhat slow maximum aperture (f3.3)
screen is small (2.7")
no manual control
low resolution sensor (12MP)
very small sensor size (1/2.3")
lack of RAW files
lack of Time Lapse function
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Vlogging Comparison

Olympus 7010 Vlogging factors
Panasonic FS15 Vlogging factors
28
decently wide (28mm)
built in image stabilization (Sensor-shift)
slow maximum aperture (f3.0)
doesn't offer selfie friendly display
low quality video (640 x 480 pxls)
lack of external mic socket
25
image stabilization (Optical)
wide angle not fantastic (29mm)
somewhat slow maximum aperture (f3.3)
does not have selfie friendly screen
video res low (640 x 480 resolution)
lack of external mic jack
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Olympus 7010 vs Panasonic FS15 Specifications

Detailed spec comparison table for Olympus 7010 and Panasonic FS15
 Olympus Stylus 7010Panasonic Lumix DMC-FS15
General Information
Brand Olympus Panasonic
Model type Olympus Stylus 7010 Panasonic Lumix DMC-FS15
Also called as mju 7010 -
Type Small Sensor Compact Ultracompact
Revealed 2009-07-22 2009-01-16
Body design Compact Ultracompact
Sensor Information
Chip TruePic III -
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 alias filter
Aspect ratio 4:3 and 16:9 16:9, 4:3 and 3:2
Max resolution 3968 x 2976 4000 x 3000
Max native ISO 1600 1600
Max enhanced ISO - 6400
Lowest native ISO 64 80
RAW format
Autofocusing
Manual focusing
AF touch
AF continuous
AF single
AF tracking
Selective AF
AF center weighted
Multi area AF
AF live view
Face detection AF
Contract detection AF
Phase detection AF
Total focus points - 11
Lens
Lens mount type fixed lens fixed lens
Lens zoom range 28-196mm (7.0x) 29-145mm (5.0x)
Maximum aperture f/3.0-5.9 f/3.3-5.9
Macro focusing range 10cm 5cm
Focal length multiplier 5.9 5.9
Screen
Range of screen Fixed Type Fixed Type
Screen sizing 2.7 inch 2.7 inch
Resolution of screen 230k dot 230k dot
Selfie friendly
Liveview
Touch friendly
Viewfinder Information
Viewfinder type None None
Features
Min shutter speed 4s 60s
Max shutter speed 1/2000s 1/2000s
Continuous shutter speed - 2.0fps
Shutter priority
Aperture priority
Expose Manually
Change WB
Image stabilization
Integrated flash
Flash distance 5.80 m -
Flash options Auto, On, Off, Red-eye Auto, Auto Red-eye Reduction, Forced On, Forced Off
Hot shoe
AEB
WB bracketing
Exposure
Multisegment exposure
Average exposure
Spot exposure
Partial exposure
AF area exposure
Center weighted exposure
Video features
Supported video resolutions 640 x 480 (30, 15 fps), 320 x 240 (30 fps) 848 x 480 (30 fps), 640 x 480 (30 fps), 320 x 240 (30 fps)
Max video resolution 640x480 640x480
Video file format Motion JPEG Motion JPEG
Mic input
Headphone input
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 proofing
Dust proofing
Shock proofing
Crush proofing
Freeze proofing
Weight 145 grams (0.32 lb) 136 grams (0.30 lb)
Physical dimensions 98 x 56 x 26mm (3.9" x 2.2" x 1.0") 97 x 54 x 22mm (3.8" x 2.1" x 0.9")
DXO scores
DXO Overall rating not tested not tested
DXO Color Depth rating not tested not tested
DXO Dynamic range rating not tested not tested
DXO Low light rating not tested not tested
Other
Battery ID LI-42B -
Self timer Yes (12 seconds) Yes (2 or 10 sec)
Time lapse feature
Storage media xD Picture Card, microSD Card, Internal SD/MMC/SDHC card, Internal
Storage slots Single Single
Pricing at release $200 $180