Olympus 7010 vs Samsung Galaxy Camera

In this article, we are reviewing the Olympus 7010 versus Samsung Galaxy Camera, one is a Small Sensor Compact and the other is a Small Sensor Superzoom by rivals Olympus and Samsung. There is a sizeable difference among the resolutions of the 7010 (12MP) and Galaxy Camera (16MP) but they use the same exact sensor measurements (1/2.3").

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The 7010 was announced 4 years before the Galaxy Camera which is a fairly large gap as far as camera tech is concerned. Both cameras offer the identical body type (Compact).

Before diving straight into a more detailed comparison, below is a brief highlight of how the 7010 scores versus the Galaxy Camera in relation to portability, imaging, features and an overall score.

Following is a sample of the gallery pics for Olympus Stylus 7010 and Samsung Galaxy Camera. The whole galleries are provided at Olympus 7010 Gallery and Samsung Galaxy Camera Gallery.

If you are intending to carry around your camera, you should consider its weight and measurements. The Olympus 7010 features exterior 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) whilst the Samsung Galaxy Camera has proportions of 129mm x 71mm x 19mm (5.1" x 2.8" x 0.7") with a weight of 300 grams (0.66 lbs).

Analyze the Olympus 7010 versus Samsung Galaxy Camera in the latest Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Bear in mind, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will change dependant on the lens you are utilising during that time. Here is the front view over all size comparison of the 7010 versus the Galaxy Camera.

Taking into consideration size and weight, the portability rating of the 7010 and Galaxy Camera is 94 and 90 respectively.

Often, it is very difficult to envision the contrast in sensor sizes merely by going through specifications. The pic below will help provide you a much better sense of the sensor sizes in the 7010 and Galaxy Camera.

Plainly, both the cameras enjoy the same exact sensor sizing but not the same resolution. You should expect to see the Samsung Galaxy Camera to show more detail with its extra 4 Megapixels. Greater resolution can also enable you to crop pics far more aggressively. The more aged 7010 will be disadvantaged with regard to sensor technology.