Olympus 7030 vs Panasonic G1
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Olympus 7030 vs Panasonic G1 Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 14MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 2.7" Fixed Display
- ISO 64 - 1600
- Sensor-shift Image Stabilization
- 640 x 480 video
- 28-196mm (F3.0-5.9) lens
- 140g - 93 x 56 x 26mm
- Announced January 2010
- Additionally Known as mju 7030
(Full Review)
- 12MP - Four Thirds Sensor
- 3" Fully Articulated Display
- ISO 100 - 1600 (Boost to 3200)
- No Video
- Micro Four Thirds Mount
- 360g - 124 x 84 x 45mm
- Introduced January 2009
- Replacement is Panasonic G2
Olympus 7030 vs Panasonic G1 Overview
Below, we are comparing the Olympus 7030 and Panasonic G1, one being a Small Sensor Compact and the other is a Entry-Level Mirrorless by companies Olympus and Panasonic. The image resolution of the 7030 (14MP) and the G1 (12MP) is very similar but the 7030 (1/2.3") and G1 (Four Thirds) possess totally different sensor sizing.
Samsung Releases Faster Versions of EVO MicroSD CardsThe 7030 was introduced 12 months later than the G1 so they are both of a similar generation. Each of the cameras come with different body type with the Olympus 7030 being a Compact camera and the Panasonic G1 being a SLR-style mirrorless camera.
Before delving in to a more detailed comparison, below is a short highlight of how the 7030 matches up versus the G1 with regard to portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.
Olympus 7030 vs Panasonic G1 Gallery
This is a sample of the gallery pics for Olympus Stylus 7030 and Panasonic Lumix DMC-G1. The whole galleries are viewable at Olympus 7030 Gallery and Panasonic G1 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Olympus 7030 over the Panasonic G1
7030 | G1 | |||
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Introduced | January 2010 | January 2009 | More recent by 12 months |
Reasons to pick Panasonic G1 over the Olympus 7030
G1 | 7030 | |||
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Manual focus | Very precise focus | |||
Display type | Fully Articulated | Fixed | Fully Articulating display | |
Display dimension | 3" | 2.7" | Larger display (+0.3") | |
Display resolution | 460k | 230k | Sharper display (+230k dot) | |
Selfie screen | Easy selfies |
Common features in the Olympus 7030 and Panasonic G1
7030 | G1 | |||
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Touch display | Missing Touch display |
Olympus 7030 vs Panasonic G1 Physical Comparison
If you're intending to lug around your camera frequently, you need to think about its weight and dimensions. The Olympus 7030 has exterior dimensions of 93mm x 56mm x 26mm (3.7" x 2.2" x 1.0") and a weight of 140 grams (0.31 lbs) while the Panasonic G1 has dimensions of 124mm x 84mm x 45mm (4.9" x 3.3" x 1.8") along with a weight of 360 grams (0.79 lbs).
Examine the Olympus 7030 and Panasonic G1 in the new Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.Always remember, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will change dependant on the lens you select at the time. The following is the front view over all size comparison of the 7030 compared to the G1.
Factoring in dimensions and weight, the portability rating of the 7030 and G1 is 95 and 82 respectively.
Olympus 7030 vs Panasonic G1 Sensor Comparison
Sometimes, it's hard to envision the gap between sensor measurements only by going over specifications. The graphic here will help offer you a stronger sense of the sensor sizes in the 7030 and G1.
Plainly, the two cameras have got different megapixel count and different sensor measurements. The 7030 having a tinier sensor will make getting bokeh more difficult and the Olympus 7030 will deliver extra detail using its extra 2 Megapixels. Greater resolution can also allow you to crop photos much more aggressively. The more recent 7030 will have an advantage with regard to sensor technology.
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Olympus 7030 vs Panasonic G1 Specifications
Olympus Stylus 7030 | Panasonic Lumix DMC-G1 | |
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General Information | ||
Brand Name | Olympus | Panasonic |
Model type | Olympus Stylus 7030 | Panasonic Lumix DMC-G1 |
Also referred to as | mju 7030 | - |
Category | Small Sensor Compact | Entry-Level Mirrorless |
Announced | 2010-01-07 | 2009-01-19 |
Physical type | Compact | SLR-style mirrorless |
Sensor Information | ||
Powered by | TruePic III | - |
Sensor type | CCD | CMOS |
Sensor size | 1/2.3" | Four Thirds |
Sensor measurements | 6.08 x 4.56mm | 17.3 x 13mm |
Sensor area | 27.7mm² | 224.9mm² |
Sensor resolution | 14 megapixel | 12 megapixel |
Anti alias filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 16:9 and 4:3 | 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 |
Max resolution | 4288 x 3216 | 4000 x 3000 |
Max native ISO | 1600 | 1600 |
Max enhanced ISO | - | 3200 |
Min native ISO | 64 | 100 |
RAW images | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Focus manually | ||
Touch focus | ||
AF continuous | ||
AF single | ||
Tracking AF | ||
Selective AF | ||
Center weighted AF | ||
Multi area AF | ||
AF live view | ||
Face detect AF | ||
Contract detect AF | ||
Phase detect AF | ||
Lens | ||
Lens support | fixed lens | Micro Four Thirds |
Lens zoom range | 28-196mm (7.0x) | - |
Maximum aperture | f/3.0-5.9 | - |
Macro focusing range | 2cm | - |
Number of lenses | - | 107 |
Crop factor | 5.9 | 2.1 |
Screen | ||
Display type | Fixed Type | Fully Articulated |
Display size | 2.7" | 3" |
Display resolution | 230 thousand dots | 460 thousand dots |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch friendly | ||
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder | None | Electronic |
Viewfinder coverage | - | 100% |
Features | ||
Min shutter speed | 4 seconds | 60 seconds |
Max shutter speed | 1/2000 seconds | 1/4000 seconds |
Continuous shutter rate | 1.0fps | 3.0fps |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Expose Manually | ||
Exposure compensation | - | Yes |
Change WB | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Integrated flash | ||
Flash distance | 5.70 m | 10.50 m |
Flash modes | Auto, On, Off, Red-eye, Fill-in | Auto, On, Off, Red-Eye, Slow Sync |
Hot shoe | ||
AEB | ||
WB bracketing | ||
Max flash synchronize | - | 1/160 seconds |
Exposure | ||
Multisegment metering | ||
Average metering | ||
Spot metering | ||
Partial metering | ||
AF area metering | ||
Center weighted metering | ||
Video features | ||
Video resolutions | 640 x 480 (30, 15 fps), 320 x 240 (30, 15 fps) | - |
Max video resolution | 640x480 | None |
Video format | Motion JPEG | - |
Microphone support | ||
Headphone support | ||
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 sealing | ||
Water proofing | ||
Dust proofing | ||
Shock proofing | ||
Crush proofing | ||
Freeze proofing | ||
Weight | 140 gr (0.31 pounds) | 360 gr (0.79 pounds) |
Dimensions | 93 x 56 x 26mm (3.7" x 2.2" x 1.0") | 124 x 84 x 45mm (4.9" x 3.3" x 1.8") |
DXO scores | ||
DXO Overall rating | not tested | 53 |
DXO Color Depth rating | not tested | 21.1 |
DXO Dynamic range rating | not tested | 10.3 |
DXO Low light rating | not tested | 463 |
Other | ||
Battery life | - | 330 shots |
Battery style | - | Battery Pack |
Self timer | Yes (2 or 12 seconds) | Yes (2 or 10 sec) |
Time lapse recording | ||
Type of storage | SC/SDHC, Internal | SD/MMC/SDHC card |
Card slots | One | One |
Cost at release | $179 | $0 |