Olympus 7030 vs Panasonic SZ7

On this page, we are looking at the Olympus 7030 versus Panasonic SZ7, both Small Sensor Compact cameras by rivals Olympus and Panasonic. The sensor resolution of the 7030 (14MP) and the SZ7 (14MP) is fairly comparable and both cameras have the same sensor dimensions (1/2.3").

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The 7030 was launched 24 months before the SZ7 making them a generation away from one another. Both the cameras have the same body design (Compact).

Before we go straight to a full comparison, here is a brief overview of how the 7030 grades versus the SZ7 with respect to portability, imaging, features and an overall score.

Below is a sample of the gallery pictures for Olympus Stylus 7030 & Panasonic Lumix DMC-SZ7. The complete galleries are viewable at Olympus 7030 Gallery & Panasonic SZ7 Gallery.

For anybody who is planning to carry around your camera often, you will want to factor in its weight and proportions. The Olympus 7030 has external dimensions of 93mm x 56mm x 26mm (3.7" x 2.2" x 1.0") accompanied by a weight of 140 grams (0.31 lbs) while the Panasonic SZ7 has measurements of 99mm x 59mm x 21mm (3.9" x 2.3" x 0.8") and a weight of 133 grams (0.29 lbs).

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Keep in mind, the weight of an ILC will differ depending on the lens you are utilising during that time. Below is a front view measurement comparison of the 7030 versus the SZ7.

Taking into account dimensions and weight, the portability score of the 7030 and SZ7 is 95 and 95 respectively.

Quite often, it is hard to envision the gap in sensor sizes merely by checking out technical specs. The pic below will provide you a much better sense of the sensor sizes in the 7030 and SZ7.

As you have seen, each of these cameras provide the same sensor dimensions and the identical resolution so you can expect comparable quality of photographs though you have to take the age of the cameras into account. The more aged 7030 will be disadvantaged when it comes to sensor tech.