Olympus 7030 vs Panasonic FX580

Following is a comprehensive analysis of the Olympus 7030 versus Panasonic FX580, both Small Sensor Compact cameras by brands Olympus and Panasonic. The resolution of the 7030 (14MP) and the FX580 (12MP) is relatively comparable and both cameras provide the identical sensor measurements (1/2.3").

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The 7030 was launched 12 months after the FX580 and they are of a similar generation. Both of these cameras feature the same body design (Compact).

Before going into a full comparison, here is a brief summation of how the 7030 grades against the FX580 in the way of portability, imaging, features and an overall score.

This is a preview of the gallery photos for Olympus Stylus 7030 and Panasonic Lumix DMC-FX580. The complete galleries are viewable at Olympus 7030 Gallery and Panasonic FX580 Gallery.

If you're going to carry around your camera frequently, you have to consider its weight and proportions. The Olympus 7030 features physical dimensions of 93mm x 56mm x 26mm (3.7" x 2.2" x 1.0") having a weight of 140 grams (0.31 lbs) and the Panasonic FX580 has measurements of 95mm x 57mm x 22mm (3.7" x 2.2" x 0.9") having a weight of 167 grams (0.37 lbs).

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Take into account, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will differ based on the lens you have chosen at that moment. Following is a front view sizing comparison of the 7030 against the FX580.

Taking into consideration dimensions and weight, the portability score of the 7030 and FX580 is 95 and 95 respectively.

More often than not, it's tough to imagine the difference in sensor sizes only by seeing specs. The image here will help offer you a much better sense of the sensor sizes in the 7030 and FX580.

All in all, both of those cameras feature the identical sensor size albeit different MP. You should count on the Olympus 7030 to provide greater detail utilizing its extra 2MP. Higher resolution can also make it easier to crop photographs way more aggressively. The more recent 7030 provides a benefit when it comes to sensor innovation.