Olympus 7010 vs Panasonic G2

Following is a complete comparison of the Olympus 7010 vs Panasonic G2, one is a Small Sensor Compact and the other is a Entry-Level Mirrorless by rivals Olympus and Panasonic. The image resolution of the 7010 (12MP) and the G2 (12MP) is fairly similar but the 7010 (1/2.3") and G2 (Four Thirds) posses different sensor measurements.

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The 7010 was manufactured 11 months before the G2 so they are of a similar generation. Both the cameras feature different body design with the Olympus 7010 being a Compact camera and the Panasonic G2 being a SLR-style mirrorless camera.

Before we go straight to a comprehensive comparison, here is a brief summation of how the 7010 matches up against the G2 when it comes to portability, imaging, features and an overall score.

Here is a sample of the gallery pictures for Olympus Stylus 7010 and Panasonic Lumix DMC-G2. The entire galleries are available at Olympus 7010 Gallery and Panasonic G2 Gallery.

If you're planning to carry around your camera regularly, you will want to factor in its weight and size. The Olympus 7010 offers physical dimensions of 98mm x 56mm x 26mm (3.9" x 2.2" x 1.0") accompanied by a weight of 145 grams (0.32 lbs) and the Panasonic G2 has specifications of 124mm x 84mm x 74mm (4.9" x 3.3" x 2.9") with a weight of 428 grams (0.94 lbs).

Look at the Olympus 7010 vs Panasonic G2 in the new Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Take into account, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will vary based on the lens you are working with at the time. Below is a front view proportions comparison of the 7010 compared to the G2.

Taking into consideration dimensions and weight, the portability grade of the 7010 and G2 is 94 and 72 respectively.

Quite often, it can be difficult to imagine the contrast between sensor sizes only by reading a spec sheet. The image below may provide you a stronger sense of the sensor sizes in the 7010 and G2.

Clearly, both of these cameras come with the identical megapixel count but different sensor sizes. The 7010 offers the tinier sensor which should make getting shallower DOF more challenging. The more aged 7010 is going to be disadvantaged in sensor technology.