Olympus 7030 vs Olympus VH-410

Lets take a more detailed look at the Olympus 7030 and Olympus VH-410, both Small Sensor Compact cameras and both of them are created by Olympus. The image resolution of the 7030 (14MP) and the VH-410 (16MP) is relatively close and both cameras posses the same sensor dimensions (1/2.3").

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The 7030 was released 3 years earlier than the VH-410 which is a fairly significant gap as far as camera tech is concerned. Both of these cameras have the same body design (Compact).

Before delving into a comprehensive comparison, here is a short summary of how the 7030 grades against the VH-410 in relation to portability, imaging, features and an overall score.

The following is a preview of the gallery photos for Olympus Stylus 7030 and Olympus VH-410. The complete galleries are available at Olympus 7030 Gallery and Olympus VH-410 Gallery.

When you are going to carry around your camera, you will want to factor its weight and measurements. The Olympus 7030 enjoys external dimensions of 93mm x 56mm x 26mm (3.7" x 2.2" x 1.0") having a weight of 140 grams (0.31 lbs) whilst the Olympus VH-410 has proportions of 102mm x 60mm x 21mm (4.0" x 2.4" x 0.8") and a weight of 152 grams (0.34 lbs).

Take a look at the Olympus 7030 and Olympus VH-410 in the all new Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Keep in mind, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will change dependant on the lens you are employing during that time. Below is a front view size comparison of the 7030 vs the VH-410.

Factoring in size and weight, the portability score of the 7030 and VH-410 is 95 and 95 respectively.

Generally, it is hard to imagine the contrast in sensor sizes merely by researching specs. The image here should provide you a more clear sense of the sensor sizes in the 7030 and VH-410.

As you can plainly see, the two cameras provide the same sensor dimensions albeit different MP. You should count on the Olympus VH-410 to render more detail as a result of its extra 2 Megapixels. Higher resolution will also enable you to crop pictures more aggressively. The more aged 7030 will be behind when it comes to sensor tech.