Olympus 7010 vs Panasonic S2
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Olympus 7010 vs Panasonic S2 Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 12MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 2.7" Fixed Display
- ISO 64 - 1600
- Sensor-shift Image Stabilization
- 640 x 480 video
- 28-196mm (F3.0-5.9) lens
- 145g - 98 x 56 x 26mm
- Released July 2009
- Alternate Name is mju 7010
(Full Review)
- 14MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 2.7" Fixed Display
- ISO 100 - 6400
- Optical Image Stabilization
- 1280 x 720 video
- 28-112mm (F3.1-6.5) lens
- 112g - 98 x 57 x 21mm
- Introduced January 2012

Olympus 7010 vs Panasonic S2 Overview
Following is a comprehensive comparison of the Olympus 7010 vs Panasonic S2, both Small Sensor Compact digital cameras by rivals Olympus and Panasonic. The resolution of the 7010 (12MP) and the S2 (14MP) is very similar and both cameras have the identical sensor sizes (1/2.3").

The 7010 was unveiled 3 years prior to the S2 which is quite a serious gap as far as tech is concerned. Both of the cameras feature the same body design (Compact).
Before delving right into a in depth comparison, here is a simple synopsis of how the 7010 matches up vs the S2 with regards to portability, imaging, features and an overall score.

Olympus 7010 vs Panasonic S2 Gallery
Following is a sample of the gallery pics for Olympus Stylus 7010 and Panasonic Lumix DMC-S2. The full galleries are provided at Olympus 7010 Gallery and Panasonic S2 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Olympus 7010 over the Panasonic S2
7010 | S2 |
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Reasons to pick Panasonic S2 over the Olympus 7010
S2 | 7010 | |||
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Introduced | January 2012 | ![]() | July 2009 | More modern by 30 months |
Common features in the Olympus 7010 and Panasonic S2
7010 | S2 | |||
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Manual focus | ![]() | No manual focus | ||
Display type | Fixed | ![]() | Fixed | Fixed display |
Display size | 2.7" | ![]() | 2.7" | Same display dimensions |
Display resolution | 230k | ![]() | 230k | Same display resolution |
Selfie screen | ![]() | Lacking selfie screen | ||
Touch friendly display | ![]() | Lacking Touch friendly display |
Olympus 7010 vs Panasonic S2 Physical Comparison
If you're going to carry around your camera frequently, you will have to consider its weight and measurements. The Olympus 7010 has got external 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 S2 has proportions of 98mm x 57mm x 21mm (3.9" x 2.2" x 0.8") with a weight of 112 grams (0.25 lbs).
Look at the Olympus 7010 vs Panasonic S2 in the all new Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.
Take into account, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will differ dependant on the lens you are utilising at that time. Here is a front view scale comparison of the 7010 vs the S2.

Taking into account size and weight, the portability rating of the 7010 and S2 is 94 and 96 respectively.

Olympus 7010 vs Panasonic S2 Sensor Comparison
Generally, it is tough to imagine the gap between sensor sizes merely by reviewing specs. The pic here will help provide you a better sense of the sensor sizing in the 7010 and S2.
As you can plainly see, both of those cameras feature the identical sensor size but different resolution. You should expect to see the Panasonic S2 to offer you greater detail having an extra 2MP. Greater resolution can also let you crop photos way more aggressively. The more aged 7010 is going to be disadvantaged when it comes to sensor technology.

Olympus 7010 vs Panasonic S2 Screen and ViewFinder


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Olympus 7010 vs Panasonic S2 Specifications
Olympus Stylus 7010 | Panasonic Lumix DMC-S2 | |
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General Information | ||
Brand Name | Olympus | Panasonic |
Model type | Olympus Stylus 7010 | Panasonic Lumix DMC-S2 |
Also referred to as | mju 7010 | - |
Class | Small Sensor Compact | Small Sensor Compact |
Released | 2009-07-22 | 2012-01-09 |
Physical type | Compact | Compact |
Sensor Information | ||
Chip | TruePic III | - |
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 megapixels | 14 megapixels |
Anti alias filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 4:3 and 16:9 | 4:3 and 16:9 |
Highest resolution | 3968 x 2976 | 4320 x 3240 |
Highest native ISO | 1600 | 6400 |
Minimum native ISO | 64 | 100 |
RAW format | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Focus manually | ||
Autofocus touch | ||
Continuous autofocus | ||
Single autofocus | ||
Tracking autofocus | ||
Autofocus selectice | ||
Autofocus center weighted | ||
Autofocus multi area | ||
Live view autofocus | ||
Face detect autofocus | ||
Contract detect autofocus | ||
Phase detect autofocus | ||
Total focus points | - | 23 |
Lens | ||
Lens mount type | fixed lens | fixed lens |
Lens zoom range | 28-196mm (7.0x) | 28-112mm (4.0x) |
Max aperture | f/3.0-5.9 | f/3.1-6.5 |
Macro focusing range | 10cm | 5cm |
Focal length multiplier | 5.9 | 5.9 |
Screen | ||
Display type | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
Display diagonal | 2.7" | 2.7" |
Display resolution | 230 thousand dots | 230 thousand dots |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch display | ||
Display technology | - | TFT Color LCD |
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder type | None | None |
Features | ||
Slowest shutter speed | 4 seconds | 8 seconds |
Maximum shutter speed | 1/2000 seconds | 1/1600 seconds |
Continuous shooting rate | - | 2.0fps |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Manual mode | ||
Set white balance | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Built-in flash | ||
Flash distance | 5.80 m | 3.30 m |
Flash settings | Auto, On, Off, Red-eye | Auto, On, Off, Red-Eye reduction |
Hot shoe | ||
AE bracketing | ||
WB bracketing | ||
Exposure | ||
Multisegment metering | ||
Average metering | ||
Spot metering | ||
Partial metering | ||
AF area metering | ||
Center weighted metering | ||
Video features | ||
Video resolutions | 640 x 480 (30, 15 fps), 320 x 240 (30 fps) | 1280 x 720 (30 fps), 640 x 480 (30 fps), 320 x 240 (30 fps) |
Highest video resolution | 640x480 | 1280x720 |
Video data format | Motion JPEG | Motion JPEG |
Mic port | ||
Headphone port | ||
Connectivity | ||
Wireless | None | None |
Bluetooth | ||
NFC | ||
HDMI | ||
USB | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) |
GPS | None | None |
Physical | ||
Environmental sealing | ||
Water proofing | ||
Dust proofing | ||
Shock proofing | ||
Crush proofing | ||
Freeze proofing | ||
Weight | 145g (0.32 lbs) | 112g (0.25 lbs) |
Physical dimensions | 98 x 56 x 26mm (3.9" x 2.2" x 1.0") | 98 x 57 x 21mm (3.9" x 2.2" x 0.8") |
DXO scores | ||
DXO All around 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 | - | 280 photographs |
Battery type | - | Battery Pack |
Battery ID | LI-42B | - |
Self timer | Yes (12 seconds) | Yes (2 or 10 sec) |
Time lapse recording | ||
Type of storage | xD Picture Card, microSD Card, Internal | SD/SDHC/SDXC, Internal |
Card slots | One | One |
Cost at launch | $200 | $109 |