Olympus 7030 vs Panasonic GH4

Below, we are evaluating the Olympus 7030 versus Panasonic GH4, one is a Small Sensor Compact and the other is a Pro Mirrorless by manufacturers Olympus and Panasonic. The resolution of the 7030 (14MP) and the GH4 (16MP) is very similar but the 7030 (1/2.3") and GH4 (Four Thirds) feature totally different sensor sizing.

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The 7030 was revealed 5 years prior to the GH4 which is quite a sizable gap as far as tech is concerned. Both the cameras come with different body type with the Olympus 7030 being a Compact camera and the Panasonic GH4 being a SLR-style mirrorless camera.

Before going through a comprehensive comparison, below is a concise introduction of how the 7030 matches up versus the GH4 in the way of portability, imaging, features and an overall score.

Following is a sample of the gallery pics for Olympus Stylus 7030 and Panasonic Lumix DMC-GH4. The full galleries are available at Olympus 7030 Gallery and Panasonic GH4 Gallery.

When you are looking to carry around your camera, you have to consider its weight and proportions. The Olympus 7030 offers physical 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) whilst the Panasonic GH4 has measurements of 133mm x 93mm x 84mm (5.2" x 3.7" x 3.3") with a weight of 560 grams (1.23 lbs).

Compare the Olympus 7030 versus Panasonic GH4 in the all new Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Bear in mind, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will vary dependant on the lens you select at the time. Underneath is the front view size comparison of the 7030 and the GH4.

Using size and weight, the portability score of the 7030 and GH4 is 95 and 66 respectively.

Usually, it is hard to see the contrast between sensor sizes merely by going over specs. The image below may offer you a better sense of the sensor sizes in the 7030 and GH4.

All in all, both of the cameras posses different resolutions and different sensor sizes. The 7030 using its tinier sensor will make achieving bokeh more difficult and the Panasonic GH4 will offer greater detail because of its extra 2MP. Greater resolution will also make it easier to crop pics somewhat more aggressively. The more aged 7030 is going to be disadvantaged when it comes to sensor tech.