Olympus 7010 vs Panasonic FZ200

In this article, we are looking at the Olympus 7010 vs Panasonic FZ200, former is a Small Sensor Compact while the other is a Small Sensor Superzoom by competitors Olympus and Panasonic. The image resolution of the 7010 (12MP) and the FZ200 (12MP) is very comparable and they enjoy the same exact sensor sizing (1/2.3").

Photography Glossary

The 7010 was announced 4 years before the FZ200 which is a fairly large difference as far as camera tech is concerned. Each of the cameras offer different body type with the Olympus 7010 being a Compact camera and the Panasonic FZ200 being a SLR-like (bridge) camera.

Before getting in to a step-by-step comparison, below is a brief introduction of how the 7010 grades versus the FZ200 when considering portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.

Following is a sample of the gallery pics for Olympus Stylus 7010 & Panasonic Lumix DMC-FZ200. The whole galleries are provided at Olympus 7010 Gallery & Panasonic FZ200 Gallery.

If you're planning to travel with your camera often, you're going to have to consider its weight and proportions. The Olympus 7010 provides external measurements of 98mm x 56mm x 26mm (3.9" x 2.2" x 1.0") having a weight of 145 grams (0.32 lbs) while the Panasonic FZ200 has measurements of 125mm x 87mm x 110mm (4.9" x 3.4" x 4.3") with a weight of 588 grams (1.30 lbs).

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Remember that, the weight of an ILC will vary dependant on the lens you are utilising at that moment. Underneath is the front view proportions comparison of the 7010 vs the FZ200.

Using size and weight, the portability score of the 7010 and FZ200 is 94 and 65 respectively.

Generally, it's tough to visualise the contrast in sensor dimensions simply by checking out a spec sheet. The image underneath will help give you a greater sense of the sensor measurements in the 7010 and FZ200.

As you can see, both cameras enjoy the same exact sensor sizing and the same exact megapixels and you can expect comparable quality of files but you have to take the launch date of the cameras into account. The more aged 7010 will be disadvantaged when it comes to sensor tech.