Olympus 7030 vs Panasonic TS2

On this page, we will be comparing the Olympus 7030 and Panasonic TS2, one being a Small Sensor Compact and the latter is a Waterproof by companies Olympus and Panasonic. The image resolution of the 7030 (14MP) and the TS2 (14MP) is relatively comparable and both cameras boast the same sensor dimensions (1/2.3").

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The 7030 was brought out very close to the TS2 so they are both of a similar generation. Each of the cameras have the same body design (Compact).

Before getting straight to a in depth comparison, here is a brief overview of how the 7030 scores versus the TS2 with regards to portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.

This is a preview of the gallery photos for Olympus Stylus 7030 and Panasonic Lumix DMC-TS2. The entire galleries are viewable at Olympus 7030 Gallery and Panasonic TS2 Gallery.

If you are going to lug around your camera, you are going to need to factor in its weight and measurements. The Olympus 7030 offers external dimensions of 93mm x 56mm x 26mm (3.7" x 2.2" x 1.0") with a weight of 140 grams (0.31 lbs) and the Panasonic TS2 has proportions of 99mm x 63mm x 24mm (3.9" x 2.5" x 0.9") having a weight of 188 grams (0.41 lbs).

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Remember that, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will change depending on the lens you are employing at that time. Below is a front view measurements comparison of the 7030 compared to the TS2.

Looking at size and weight, the portability rating of the 7030 and TS2 is 95 and 93 respectively.

Oftentimes, it can be hard to see the contrast in sensor measurements purely by checking out specifications. The graphic below may offer you a greater sense of the sensor dimensions in the 7030 and TS2.

Plainly, both of those cameras have the same sensor dimensions and the same exact MP so you should expect comparable quality of photographs however you would want to consider the release date of the cameras into account.