Olympus 7030 vs Panasonic ZS45

Following is a in depth analysis of the Olympus 7030 and Panasonic ZS45, former is a Small Sensor Compact while the other is a Small Sensor Superzoom by competitors Olympus and Panasonic. The image resolution of the 7030 (14MP) and the ZS45 (16MP) is very well matched and both cameras have the identical sensor dimensions (1/2.3").

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The 7030 was revealed 6 years earlier than the ZS45 which is quite a serious difference as far as tech is concerned. Both of the cameras feature the same body design (Compact).

Before we go right into a in depth comparison, here is a short summary of how the 7030 scores vs the ZS45 with regard to portability, imaging, features and an overall score.

Below is a sample of the gallery pics for Olympus Stylus 7030 & Panasonic Lumix DMC-ZS45. The full galleries are provided at Olympus 7030 Gallery & Panasonic ZS45 Gallery.

If you're looking to carry around your camera, you have to factor its weight and volume. The Olympus 7030 features physical measurements 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 ZS45 has sizing of 108mm x 60mm x 32mm (4.3" x 2.4" x 1.3") accompanied by a weight of 249 grams (0.55 lbs).

See the Olympus 7030 and Panasonic ZS45 in our completely new Camera plus Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Remember, the weight of an ILC will change depending on the lens you are utilising at the time. Underneath is a front view dimension comparison of the 7030 and the ZS45.

Considering size and weight, the portability score of the 7030 and ZS45 is 95 and 91 respectively.

Oftentimes, it's hard to envision the contrast between sensor sizes only by looking at technical specs. The picture here should provide you a clearer sense of the sensor sizing in the 7030 and ZS45.

As you have seen, both the cameras feature the identical sensor size but not the same megapixels. You can expect to see the Panasonic ZS45 to give greater detail because of its extra 2MP. Greater resolution will help you crop images way more aggressively. The more aged 7030 is going to be disadvantaged in sensor innovation.