Olympus 7030 vs Panasonic FH2
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Olympus 7030 vs Panasonic FH2 Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 14MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 2.7" Fixed Screen
- ISO 64 - 1600
- Sensor-shift Image Stabilization
- 640 x 480 video
- 28-196mm (F3.0-5.9) lens
- 140g - 93 x 56 x 26mm
- Launched January 2010
- Also referred to as mju 7030
(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
- 121g - 94 x 54 x 19mm
- Revealed January 2011
- Alternate Name is Lumix DMC-FS16
Olympus 7030 vs Panasonic FH2 Overview
The following is a comprehensive comparison of the Olympus 7030 versus Panasonic FH2, both Small Sensor Compact digital cameras by rivals Olympus and Panasonic. The sensor resolution of the 7030 (14MP) and the FH2 (14MP) is very well matched and both cameras provide the identical sensor dimensions (1/2.3").
Snapchat Adds Watermarks to AI-Created ImagesThe 7030 was released 12 months before the FH2 which means that they are of a similar generation. Both of these cameras feature the same body design (Compact).
Before going straight to a full comparison, here is a concise summary of how the 7030 matches up versus the FH2 in terms of portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.
Olympus 7030 vs Panasonic FH2 Gallery
Following is a sample of the gallery pics for Olympus Stylus 7030 and Panasonic Lumix DMC-FH2. The complete galleries are viewable at Olympus 7030 Gallery and Panasonic FH2 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Olympus 7030 over the Panasonic FH2
7030 | FH2 |
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Reasons to pick Panasonic FH2 over the Olympus 7030
FH2 | 7030 | |||
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Revealed | January 2011 | January 2010 | Newer by 12 months |
Common features in the Olympus 7030 and Panasonic FH2
7030 | FH2 | |||
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Focus manually | Lack of manual focus | |||
Display type | Fixed | Fixed | Fixed display | |
Display size | 2.7" | 2.7" | Same display sizing | |
Display resolution | 230k | 230k | Exact same display resolution | |
Selfie screen | Neither offers selfie screen | |||
Touch display | Neither offers Touch display |
Olympus 7030 vs Panasonic FH2 Physical Comparison
In case you're looking to travel with your camera, you have to think about its weight and measurements. The Olympus 7030 offers outside dimensions of 93mm x 56mm x 26mm (3.7" x 2.2" x 1.0") along with a weight of 140 grams (0.31 lbs) and the Panasonic FH2 has proportions of 94mm x 54mm x 19mm (3.7" x 2.1" x 0.7") along with a weight of 121 grams (0.27 lbs).
Examine the Olympus 7030 versus Panasonic FH2 in the latest Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.Bear in mind, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will change based on the lens you have at that time. Here is a front view sizing comparison of the 7030 compared to the FH2.
Using size and weight, the portability grade of the 7030 and FH2 is 95 and 96 respectively.
Olympus 7030 vs Panasonic FH2 Sensor Comparison
Often, it can be hard to visualize the gap between sensor dimensions merely by checking specifications. The picture underneath will help provide you a much better sense of the sensor sizes in the 7030 and FH2.
Plainly, the 2 cameras come with the identical sensor size and the exact same MP therefore you should expect similar quality of pictures though you may want to factor the production date of the products into consideration. The more aged 7030 is going to be disadvantaged with regard to sensor technology.
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Olympus 7030 vs Panasonic FH2 Specifications
Olympus Stylus 7030 | Panasonic Lumix DMC-FH2 | |
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General Information | ||
Brand | Olympus | Panasonic |
Model | Olympus Stylus 7030 | Panasonic Lumix DMC-FH2 |
Also Known as | mju 7030 | Lumix DMC-FS16 |
Type | Small Sensor Compact | Small Sensor Compact |
Launched | 2010-01-07 | 2011-01-05 |
Body design | Compact | Compact |
Sensor Information | ||
Chip | TruePic III | Venus Engine IV |
Sensor type | CCD | CCD |
Sensor size | 1/2.3" | 1/2.3" |
Sensor measurements | 6.08 x 4.56mm | 6.08 x 4.56mm |
Sensor surface area | 27.7mm² | 27.7mm² |
Sensor resolution | 14 megapixels | 14 megapixels |
Anti aliasing filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 16:9 and 4:3 | 1:1, 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 |
Highest Possible resolution | 4288 x 3216 | 4320 x 3240 |
Maximum native ISO | 1600 | 6400 |
Minimum native ISO | 64 | 100 |
RAW support | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Focus manually | ||
Touch focus | ||
AF continuous | ||
AF single | ||
Tracking AF | ||
AF selectice | ||
Center weighted AF | ||
Multi area AF | ||
Live view AF | ||
Face detection focusing | ||
Contract detection focusing | ||
Phase detection focusing | ||
Number of focus points | - | 11 |
Lens | ||
Lens mounting type | fixed lens | fixed lens |
Lens focal range | 28-196mm (7.0x) | 28-112mm (4.0x) |
Max aperture | f/3.0-5.9 | f/3.1-6.5 |
Macro focus distance | 2cm | 5cm |
Crop factor | 5.9 | 5.9 |
Screen | ||
Range of screen | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
Screen sizing | 2.7 inches | 2.7 inches |
Resolution of screen | 230k dot | 230k dot |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch capability | ||
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder | None | None |
Features | ||
Minimum shutter speed | 4 secs | 60 secs |
Fastest shutter speed | 1/2000 secs | 1/1600 secs |
Continuous shutter speed | 1.0 frames per second | 4.0 frames per second |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Manual exposure | ||
Change WB | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Inbuilt flash | ||
Flash range | 5.70 m | 3.30 m |
Flash settings | Auto, On, Off, Red-eye, Fill-in | Auto, On, Off, Red-Eye reduction |
External flash | ||
AEB | ||
WB bracketing | ||
Exposure | ||
Multisegment metering | ||
Average metering | ||
Spot metering | ||
Partial metering | ||
AF area metering | ||
Center weighted metering | ||
Video features | ||
Supported video resolutions | 640 x 480 (30, 15 fps), 320 x 240 (30, 15 fps) | 1280 x 720 (30 fps), 640 x 480 (30 fps), 320 x 240 (30 fps) |
Maximum video resolution | 640x480 | 1280x720 |
Video data format | Motion JPEG | Motion JPEG |
Microphone input | ||
Headphone input | ||
Connectivity | ||
Wireless | None | None |
Bluetooth | ||
NFC | ||
HDMI | ||
USB | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) |
GPS | None | None |
Physical | ||
Environment seal | ||
Water proof | ||
Dust proof | ||
Shock proof | ||
Crush proof | ||
Freeze proof | ||
Weight | 140 gr (0.31 lb) | 121 gr (0.27 lb) |
Physical dimensions | 93 x 56 x 26mm (3.7" x 2.2" x 1.0") | 94 x 54 x 19mm (3.7" x 2.1" x 0.7") |
DXO scores | ||
DXO Overall score | not tested | not tested |
DXO Color Depth score | not tested | not tested |
DXO Dynamic range score | not tested | not tested |
DXO Low light score | not tested | not tested |
Other | ||
Battery life | - | 270 pictures |
Form of battery | - | Battery Pack |
Self timer | Yes (2 or 12 seconds) | Yes (2 or 10 sec) |
Time lapse shooting | ||
Storage media | SC/SDHC, Internal | SD/SDHC/SDXC, Internal |
Storage slots | 1 | 1 |
Price at release | $179 | $149 |