Olympus 7010 vs Panasonic GH1

Below is a complete comparison of the Olympus 7010 versus Panasonic GH1, former being a Small Sensor Compact while the latter is a Advanced Mirrorless by rivals Olympus and Panasonic. The image resolution of the 7010 (12MP) and the GH1 (12MP) is relatively well matched but the 7010 (1/2.3") and GH1 (Four Thirds) feature different sensor measurements.

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The 7010 was manufactured around the same time to the GH1 which means that they are both of a similar age. The two cameras come with different body type with the Olympus 7010 being a Compact camera and the Panasonic GH1 being a SLR-style mirrorless camera.

Before going in to a detailed comparison, below is a concise introduction of how the 7010 grades versus the GH1 in terms of portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.

This is a preview of the gallery photos for Olympus Stylus 7010 & Panasonic Lumix DMC-GH1. The entire galleries are viewable at Olympus 7010 Gallery & Panasonic GH1 Gallery.

If you're planning to lug around your camera, you'll need to consider its weight and measurements. The Olympus 7010 features outside 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) while the Panasonic GH1 has proportions of 124mm x 90mm x 45mm (4.9" x 3.5" x 1.8") and a weight of 385 grams (0.85 lbs).

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Do not forget, the weight of an ILC will differ based on the lens you are employing during that time. The following is the front view measurements comparison of the 7010 and the GH1.

Factoring in dimensions and weight, the portability score of the 7010 and GH1 is 94 and 81 respectively.

Typically, it can be difficult to imagine the gap between sensor measurements purely by looking at specifications. The photograph underneath might provide you a clearer sense of the sensor dimensions in the 7010 and GH1.

To sum up, the two cameras have got the exact same megapixel count albeit different sensor measurements. The 7010 features the tinier sensor which is going to make achieving shallower depth of field harder.