Olympus 7010 vs Panasonic FX78
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Olympus 7010 vs Panasonic FX78 Key Specs
(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
(Full Review)
- 12MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 3.5" Fixed Screen
- ISO 100 - 6400
- Optical Image Stabilization
- 1920 x 1080 video
- 24-120mm (F2.5-5.9) lens
- 142g - 100 x 55 x 21mm
- Revealed January 2011
- Also referred to as Lumix DMC-FX77
Olympus 7010 vs Panasonic FX78 Overview
On this page, we will be comparing the Olympus 7010 vs Panasonic FX78, both Small Sensor Compact digital cameras by competitors Olympus and Panasonic. The resolution of the 7010 (12MP) and the FX78 (12MP) is relatively well matched and both cameras posses the same sensor dimensions (1/2.3").
Meta to Introduce 'AI-Generated' Labels for Media starting next monthThe 7010 was brought out 18 months prior to the FX78 which makes them a generation away from each other. Both of these cameras have the same body design (Compact).
Before we go into a step-by-step comparison, here is a brief summation of how the 7010 matches up vs the FX78 when it comes to portability, imaging, features and an overall score.
Olympus 7010 vs Panasonic FX78 Gallery
Below is a preview of the gallery photos for Olympus Stylus 7010 and Panasonic Lumix DMC-FX78. The entire galleries are available at Olympus 7010 Gallery and Panasonic FX78 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Olympus 7010 over the Panasonic FX78
7010 | FX78 |
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Reasons to pick Panasonic FX78 over the Olympus 7010
FX78 | 7010 | |||
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Revealed | January 2011 | July 2009 | More modern by 18 months | |
Screen dimensions | 3.5" | 2.7" | Bigger screen (+0.8") | |
Touch friendly screen | Quickly navigate |
Common features in the Olympus 7010 and Panasonic FX78
7010 | FX78 | |||
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Manual focus | Lack of manual focus | |||
Screen type | Fixed | Fixed | Fixed screen | |
Screen resolution | 230k | 230k | Same screen resolution | |
Selfie screen | Lacking selfie screen |
Olympus 7010 vs Panasonic FX78 Physical Comparison
For anybody who is looking to carry around your camera frequently, you will have to consider its weight and size. The Olympus 7010 offers exterior measurements of 98mm x 56mm x 26mm (3.9" x 2.2" x 1.0") and a weight of 145 grams (0.32 lbs) while the Panasonic FX78 has specifications of 100mm x 55mm x 21mm (3.9" x 2.2" x 0.8") and a weight of 142 grams (0.31 lbs).
Check the Olympus 7010 vs Panasonic FX78 in the latest Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.Take into consideration, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will change depending on the lens you are utilising at that moment. Below is a front view measurement comparison of the 7010 and the FX78.
Factoring in size and weight, the portability score of the 7010 and FX78 is 94 and 95 respectively.
Olympus 7010 vs Panasonic FX78 Sensor Comparison
In many cases, it can be tough to see the difference between sensor sizes just by checking a spec sheet. The image below will help give you a better sense of the sensor sizing in the 7010 and FX78.
Clearly, both the cameras provide the same sensor dimensions and the exact same resolution so you should expect similar quality of images however you really should take the production date of the products into consideration. The more aged 7010 is going to be disadvantaged when it comes to sensor tech.
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Olympus 7010 vs Panasonic FX78 Specifications
Olympus Stylus 7010 | Panasonic Lumix DMC-FX78 | |
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General Information | ||
Manufacturer | Olympus | Panasonic |
Model type | Olympus Stylus 7010 | Panasonic Lumix DMC-FX78 |
Also Known as | mju 7010 | Lumix DMC-FX77 |
Category | Small Sensor Compact | Small Sensor Compact |
Revealed | 2009-07-22 | 2011-01-25 |
Body design | Compact | Compact |
Sensor Information | ||
Processor Chip | TruePic III | Venus Engine FHD |
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 surface area | 27.7mm² | 27.7mm² |
Sensor resolution | 12 megapixel | 12 megapixel |
Anti alias filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 4:3 and 16:9 | 1:1, 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 |
Highest Possible resolution | 3968 x 2976 | 4000 x 3000 |
Maximum native ISO | 1600 | 6400 |
Lowest native ISO | 64 | 100 |
RAW files | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Focus manually | ||
Autofocus touch | ||
Continuous autofocus | ||
Single autofocus | ||
Tracking autofocus | ||
Autofocus selectice | ||
Autofocus center weighted | ||
Autofocus multi area | ||
Live view autofocus | ||
Face detection autofocus | ||
Contract detection autofocus | ||
Phase detection autofocus | ||
Total focus points | - | 11 |
Lens | ||
Lens support | fixed lens | fixed lens |
Lens zoom range | 28-196mm (7.0x) | 24-120mm (5.0x) |
Max aperture | f/3.0-5.9 | f/2.5-5.9 |
Macro focusing distance | 10cm | 5cm |
Crop factor | 5.9 | 5.9 |
Screen | ||
Screen type | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
Screen diagonal | 2.7 inches | 3.5 inches |
Resolution of screen | 230k dot | 230k dot |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch friendly | ||
Screen technology | - | TFT LCD |
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder type | None | None |
Features | ||
Minimum shutter speed | 4 secs | 60 secs |
Fastest shutter speed | 1/2000 secs | 1/1400 secs |
Continuous shutter speed | - | 4.0 frames per second |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Expose Manually | ||
Change white balance | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Integrated flash | ||
Flash distance | 5.80 m | 5.60 m |
Flash settings | Auto, On, Off, Red-eye | Auto, On, Off, Red-eye, Slow Syncro |
Hot shoe | ||
AEB | ||
WB bracketing | ||
Exposure | ||
Multisegment | ||
Average | ||
Spot | ||
Partial | ||
AF area | ||
Center weighted | ||
Video features | ||
Video resolutions | 640 x 480 (30, 15 fps), 320 x 240 (30 fps) | 1920 x 1080 (60 fps), 1280 x 720 (60, 30 fps), 640 x 480 (30 fps), 320 x 240 (30 fps) |
Maximum video resolution | 640x480 | 1920x1080 |
Video file format | Motion JPEG | MPEG-4, AVCHD |
Mic jack | ||
Headphone jack | ||
Connectivity | ||
Wireless | None | None |
Bluetooth | ||
NFC | ||
HDMI | ||
USB | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) |
GPS | None | None |
Physical | ||
Environment seal | ||
Water proofing | ||
Dust proofing | ||
Shock proofing | ||
Crush proofing | ||
Freeze proofing | ||
Weight | 145 gr (0.32 pounds) | 142 gr (0.31 pounds) |
Physical dimensions | 98 x 56 x 26mm (3.9" x 2.2" x 1.0") | 100 x 55 x 21mm (3.9" x 2.2" x 0.8") |
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 life | - | 200 photographs |
Type of battery | - | Battery Pack |
Battery ID | LI-42B | - |
Self timer | Yes (12 seconds) | Yes (2 or 10 sec) |
Time lapse shooting | ||
Type of storage | xD Picture Card, microSD Card, Internal | SD/SDHC/SDXC, Internal |
Storage slots | One | One |
Cost at release | $200 | $210 |