Olympus 7030 vs Pentax S1

Lets take a more detailed look at the Olympus 7030 versus Pentax S1, both Small Sensor Compact digital cameras by competitors Olympus and Pentax. The image resolution of the 7030 (14MP) and the S1 (14MP) is very well matched and they possess the exact same sensor measurements (1/2.3").

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The 7030 was unveiled 13 months earlier than the S1 making the cameras a generation apart from one another. Both of the cameras come with the identical body type (Compact).

Before diving in to a in depth comparison, below is a concise synopsis of how the 7030 matches up vs the S1 with respect to portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

Here is a sample of the gallery pics for Olympus Stylus 7030 and Pentax Optio S1. The full galleries are available at Olympus 7030 Gallery and Pentax S1 Gallery.

For anybody who is looking to carry your camera frequently, you have to factor its weight and proportions. The Olympus 7030 provides physical dimensions of 93mm x 56mm x 26mm (3.7" x 2.2" x 1.0") with a weight of 140 grams (0.31 lbs) while the Pentax S1 has measurements of 114mm x 58mm x 28mm (4.5" x 2.3" x 1.1") and a weight of 157 grams (0.35 lbs).

Check out the Olympus 7030 versus Pentax S1 in the latest Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Remember that, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will change dependant on the lens you have attached during that time. Underneath is the front view dimension comparison of the 7030 against the S1.

Taking into account dimensions and weight, the portability rating of the 7030 and S1 is 95 and 93 respectively.

Normally, it is very hard to envision the difference between sensor sizing simply by looking at a spec sheet. The graphic underneath will give you a stronger sense of the sensor sizes in the 7030 and S1.

Clearly, each of these cameras have got the exact same sensor measurements and the same MP therefore you should expect similar quality of pictures although you would want to consider the production date of the products into consideration. The older 7030 is going to be disadvantaged when it comes to sensor technology.