Olympus 7010 vs Panasonic GF2

Let's take a closer look at the Olympus 7010 vs Panasonic GF2, one being a Small Sensor Compact and the other is a Entry-Level Mirrorless by rivals Olympus and Panasonic. The resolution of the 7010 (12MP) and the GF2 (12MP) is very similar but the 7010 (1/2.3") and GF2 (Four Thirds) boast different sensor sizing.

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The 7010 was manufactured 19 months prior to the GF2 making them a generation apart from one another. Each of the cameras have different body design with the Olympus 7010 being a Compact camera and the Panasonic GF2 being a Rangefinder-style mirrorless camera.

Before delving straight to a complete comparison, here is a short highlight of how the 7010 matches up vs the GF2 in relation to portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.

Here is a sample of the gallery pics for Olympus Stylus 7010 and Panasonic Lumix DMC-GF2. The entire galleries are viewable at Olympus 7010 Gallery and Panasonic GF2 Gallery.

For those who are looking to lug around your camera regularly, you will have to consider its weight and dimensions. The Olympus 7010 offers outer measurements 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 GF2 has dimensions of 113mm x 68mm x 33mm (4.4" x 2.7" x 1.3") having a weight of 310 grams (0.68 lbs).

Compare the Olympus 7010 vs Panasonic GF2 in the new Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Don't forget, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will vary based on the lens you are working with during that time. Below is a front view measurements comparison of the 7010 and the GF2.

Considering dimensions and weight, the portability rating of the 7010 and GF2 is 94 and 88 respectively.

Sometimes, it is very tough to picture the gap between sensor measurements only by reviewing specifications. The visual here will provide you a greater sense of the sensor measurements in the 7010 and GF2.

To sum up, both of those cameras have the same megapixel count but different sensor measurements. The 7010 has the tinier sensor which is going to make obtaining shallower DOF more challenging. The older 7010 is going to be behind with regard to sensor tech.