Olympus 7010 vs Panasonic S3

Let's take a more detailed look at the Olympus 7010 and Panasonic S3, both Small Sensor Compact digital cameras by brands Olympus and Panasonic. The resolution of the 7010 (12MP) and the S3 (14MP) is very similar and they feature the same exact sensor measurements (1/2.3").

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The 7010 was released 17 months earlier than the S3 making the cameras a generation apart from one another. Each of the cameras offer the identical body type (Compact).

Before we go through a complete comparison, below is a quick introduction of how the 7010 grades vs the S3 with regards to portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

Here is a sample of the gallery pics for Olympus Stylus 7010 & Panasonic Lumix DMC-S3. The complete galleries are provided at Olympus 7010 Gallery & Panasonic S3 Gallery.

For those who are intending to carry your camera frequently, you should think about its weight and dimensions. The Olympus 7010 offers physical 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 S3 has dimensions of 99mm x 59mm x 21mm (3.9" x 2.3" x 0.8") and a weight of 117 grams (0.26 lbs).

Take a look at the Olympus 7010 and Panasonic S3 in our newest Camera plus Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Remember that, the weight of an ILC will differ dependant on the lens you are utilizing during that time. Below is the front view overall size comparison of the 7010 vs the S3.

Using dimensions and weight, the portability rating of the 7010 and S3 is 94 and 96 respectively.

More often than not, it's hard to visualize the difference between sensor sizing purely by reviewing technical specs. The photograph below will help offer you a stronger sense of the sensor sizing in the 7010 and S3.

As you have seen, the two cameras offer the same exact sensor sizing but different megapixels. You can expect to see the Panasonic S3 to deliver more detail as a result of its extra 2MP. Greater resolution will also let you crop photos a little more aggressively. The older 7010 is going to be behind with regard to sensor tech.