Olympus 7030 vs Panasonic FS25

Let's take a deeper look at the Olympus 7030 versus Panasonic FS25, both Small Sensor Compact cameras by manufacturers Olympus and Panasonic. The resolution of the 7030 (14MP) and the FS25 (12MP) is pretty close and they come with the same exact sensor dimensions (1/2.3").

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The 7030 was released 12 months later than the FS25 and they are both of a similar generation. Both of the cameras offer the identical body type (Compact).

Before we go straight into a more detailed comparison, below is a concise summary of how the 7030 scores against the FS25 in terms of portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

Following is a preview of the gallery images for Olympus Stylus 7030 and Panasonic Lumix DMC-FS25. The complete galleries are viewable at Olympus 7030 Gallery and Panasonic FS25 Gallery.

For anyone who is looking to carry your camera often, you will want to think about its weight and dimensions. The Olympus 7030 comes with outer measurements 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 FS25 has dimensions of 97mm x 58mm x 22mm (3.8" x 2.3" x 0.9") with a weight of 148 grams (0.33 lbs).

See the Olympus 7030 versus Panasonic FS25 in the latest Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Remember that, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will differ dependant on the lens you have attached during that time. Here is the front view scale comparison of the 7030 vs the FS25.

Looking at dimensions and weight, the portability score of the 7030 and FS25 is 95 and 95 respectively.

More often than not, it's hard to envision the difference in sensor sizing just by researching technical specs. The graphic underneath will provide you a greater sense of the sensor sizing in the 7030 and FS25.

As you have seen, both of these cameras enjoy the same exact sensor sizing albeit not the same MP. You should expect the Olympus 7030 to result in more detail as a result of its extra 2 Megapixels. Higher resolution will also enable you to crop shots far more aggressively. The more recent 7030 is going to have an advantage when it comes to sensor technology.