Olympus 7030 vs Panasonic FH20

Lets look closer at the Olympus 7030 versus Panasonic FH20, both Small Sensor Compact cameras by manufacturers Olympus and Panasonic. The image resolution of the 7030 (14MP) and the FH20 (14MP) is relatively comparable and both cameras offer the same sensor dimensions (1/2.3").

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The 7030 was announced very close to the FH20 so they are both of a similar generation. Both of the cameras have the same body design (Compact).

Before delving straight to a detailed comparison, here is a simple overview of how the 7030 grades vs the FH20 with respect to portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.

Following is a preview of the gallery photos for Olympus Stylus 7030 and Panasonic Lumix DMC-FH20. The whole galleries are provided at Olympus 7030 Gallery and Panasonic FH20 Gallery.

In case you're intending to lug around your camera regularly, you'll have to factor its weight and volume. The Olympus 7030 has external 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) while the Panasonic FH20 has sizing of 100mm x 56mm x 28mm (3.9" x 2.2" x 1.1") along with a weight of 178 grams (0.39 lbs).

Examine the Olympus 7030 versus Panasonic FH20 in the latest Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Take into account, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will vary dependant on the lens you choose at that time. The following is a front view size comparison of the 7030 against the FH20.

Taking into account dimensions and weight, the portability grade of the 7030 and FH20 is 95 and 93 respectively.

Typically, it is tough to visualise the difference in sensor measurements merely by checking out specifications. The visual here should provide you a clearer sense of the sensor dimensions in the 7030 and FH20.

To sum up, both the cameras provide the same sensor dimensions and the identical MP so you should expect comparable quality of pictures but you need to take the production date of the cameras into account.