Olympus 7010 vs Panasonic FX75

Here, we are reviewing the Olympus 7010 and Panasonic FX75, both Small Sensor Compact cameras by manufacturers Olympus and Panasonic. The image resolution of the 7010 (12MP) and the FX75 (14MP) is fairly close and both cameras posses the identical sensor size (1/2.3").

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The 7010 was announced 10 months prior to the FX75 and they are both of a similar age. Each of these cameras feature the same body design (Compact).

Before diving straight to a in depth comparison, here is a quick introduction of how the 7010 grades versus the FX75 in terms of portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

Below is a sample of the gallery pictures for Olympus Stylus 7010 & Panasonic Lumix DMC-FX75. The whole galleries are provided at Olympus 7010 Gallery & Panasonic FX75 Gallery.

When you are planning to carry your camera, you should consider its weight and volume. The Olympus 7010 offers outer 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 FX75 has sizing of 103mm x 55mm x 23mm (4.1" x 2.2" x 0.9") with a weight of 165 grams (0.36 lbs).

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Keep in mind, the weight of an ILC will differ depending on the lens you use at that time. Underneath is a front view measurements comparison of the 7010 against the FX75.

Factoring in size and weight, the portability rating of the 7010 and FX75 is 94 and 94 respectively.

Generally, it can be tough to envision the difference in sensor sizing just by researching specs. The visual below should offer you a better sense of the sensor sizes in the 7010 and FX75.

As you can plainly see, both of the cameras come with the identical sensor size but not the same resolution. You can anticipate the Panasonic FX75 to provide you with more detail with its extra 2 Megapixels. Greater resolution can also enable you to crop images a good deal more aggressively. The older 7010 will be disadvantaged in sensor innovation.