Olympus 7030 vs Panasonic G6

Following is a complete analysis of the Olympus 7030 versus Panasonic G6, one is a Small Sensor Compact and the latter is a Entry-Level Mirrorless by manufacturers Olympus and Panasonic. The image resolution of the 7030 (14MP) and the G6 (16MP) is relatively similar but the 7030 (1/2.3") and G6 (Four Thirds) use different sensor sizes.

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The 7030 was released 4 years before the G6 which is quite a large gap as far as tech is concerned. Both of the cameras offer different body type with the Olympus 7030 being a Compact camera and the Panasonic G6 being a SLR-style mirrorless camera.

Before getting straight into a comprehensive comparison, below is a concise introduction of how the 7030 matches up versus the G6 with regard to portability, imaging, features and an overall score.

The following is a preview of the gallery photos for Olympus Stylus 7030 and Panasonic Lumix DMC-G6. The complete galleries are provided at Olympus 7030 Gallery and Panasonic G6 Gallery.

For anyone who is planning to carry around your camera regularly, you'll need to think about its weight and measurements. The Olympus 7030 features exterior measurements of 93mm x 56mm x 26mm (3.7" x 2.2" x 1.0") and a weight of 140 grams (0.31 lbs) whilst the Panasonic G6 has proportions of 122mm x 85mm x 71mm (4.8" x 3.3" x 2.8") with a weight of 390 grams (0.86 lbs).

Take a look at the Olympus 7030 versus Panasonic G6 in the new Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Take into consideration, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will change based on the lens you are utilizing at that moment. Following is the front view measurements comparison of the 7030 vs the G6.

Looking at size and weight, the portability grade of the 7030 and G6 is 95 and 74 respectively.

Oftentimes, it can be tough to imagine the gap between sensor sizes only by reading a spec sheet. The pic here will help offer you a stronger sense of the sensor sizing in the 7030 and G6.

As you can see, both of the cameras enjoy different megapixel count and different sensor sizes. The 7030 because of its tinier sensor is going to make getting shallower DOF trickier and the Panasonic G6 will offer you more detail as a result of its extra 2 Megapixels. Higher resolution can also enable you to crop photographs far more aggressively. The more aged 7030 is going to be behind with regard to sensor technology.