Olympus 7040 vs Panasonic FP5
95 Imaging
37 Features
31 Overall
34
![Olympus Stylus 7040 front Olympus Stylus 7040 front](https://pxlmag.com/db/images/cameras/gallery/medium/Olympus-Stylus-7040/Olympus-7040-front.jpg)
![Panasonic Lumix DMC-FP5 front Panasonic Lumix DMC-FP5 front](https://pxlmag.com/db/images/cameras/gallery/medium/Panasonic-Lumix-DMC-FP5/Panasonic-FP5-front.jpg)
95 Imaging
37 Features
33 Overall
35
Olympus 7040 vs Panasonic FP5 Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 14MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 3" Fixed Screen
- ISO 64 - 1600
- Sensor-shift Image Stabilization
- 1280 x 720 video
- 28-196mm (F3.0-5.9) lens
- 144g - 95 x 56 x 26mm
- Released January 2010
- Additionally referred to as mju 7040
(Full Review)
- 14MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 3" Fixed Display
- ISO 100 - 6400
- Optical Image Stabilization
- 1280 x 720 video
- 35-140mm (F3.5-5.9) lens
- 141g - 101 x 59 x 18mm
- Released January 2011
![](https://pxlmag.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/04/tiktok-218x150.jpg)
Olympus 7040 vs Panasonic FP5 Overview
On this page, we are contrasting the Olympus 7040 vs Panasonic FP5, former being a Small Sensor Compact while the other is a Ultracompact by manufacturers Olympus and Panasonic. The sensor resolution of the 7040 (14MP) and the FP5 (14MP) is fairly well matched and both cameras posses the same sensor size (1/2.3").
![](https://pxlmag.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/04/snapchat-218x150.jpg)
The 7040 was launched 12 months prior to the FP5 so they are both of a similar age. Both of the cameras have different body design with the Olympus 7040 being a Compact camera and the Panasonic FP5 being a Ultracompact camera.
Before we go straight to a detailed comparison, here is a short summary of how the 7040 grades versus the FP5 with regards to portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.
![](https://pxlmag.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/04/LP3_cut_13f_0212-218x150.jpg)
Olympus 7040 vs Panasonic FP5 Gallery
This is a sample of the gallery pictures for Olympus Stylus 7040 & Panasonic Lumix DMC-FP5. The complete galleries are viewable at Olympus 7040 Gallery & Panasonic FP5 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Olympus 7040 over the Panasonic FP5
7040 | FP5 |
---|
Reasons to pick Panasonic FP5 over the Olympus 7040
FP5 | 7040 | |||
---|---|---|---|---|
Released | January 2011 | ![]() | January 2010 | More recent by 12 months |
Touch display | ![]() | Easily navigate |
Common features in the Olympus 7040 and Panasonic FP5
7040 | FP5 | |||
---|---|---|---|---|
Manual focus | ![]() | Lack of manual focusing | ||
Display type | Fixed | ![]() | Fixed | Fixed display |
Display dimensions | 3" | ![]() | 3" | Equal display size |
Display resolution | 230k | ![]() | 230k | Exact same display resolution |
Selfie screen | ![]() | Neither contains selfie screen |
Olympus 7040 vs Panasonic FP5 Physical Comparison
If you are planning to lug around your camera regularly, you're going to have to think about its weight and volume. The Olympus 7040 has got exterior dimensions of 95mm x 56mm x 26mm (3.7" x 2.2" x 1.0") having a weight of 144 grams (0.32 lbs) and the Panasonic FP5 has sizing of 101mm x 59mm x 18mm (4.0" x 2.3" x 0.7") accompanied by a weight of 141 grams (0.31 lbs).
Check out the Olympus 7040 vs Panasonic FP5 in our newest Camera plus Lens Size Comparison Tool.![Camera Size Comparison with Lenses Camera Size Comparison with Lenses](https://pxlmag.com/db/assets/camera-size-comparison-animation.gif)
Remember that, the weight of an ILC will vary depending on the lens you select during that time. Underneath is a front view dimensions comparison of the 7040 and the FP5.
![Olympus 7040 vs Panasonic FP5 size comparison Olympus 7040 vs Panasonic FP5 size comparison](https://pxlmag.com/db/images/camera-compare/Olympus-Stylus-7040-vs-Panasonic-Lumix-DMC-FP5-size-comparison.jpg)
Looking at dimensions and weight, the portability grade of the 7040 and FP5 is 95 and 95 respectively.
![Olympus 7040 vs Panasonic FP5 top view buttons comparison Olympus 7040 vs Panasonic FP5 top view buttons comparison](https://pxlmag.com/db/images/camera-compare/Olympus-Stylus-7040-vs-Panasonic-Lumix-DMC-FP5-top-view-buttons-comparison.jpg)
Olympus 7040 vs Panasonic FP5 Sensor Comparison
More often than not, its difficult to picture the difference between sensor measurements purely by reading through specifications. The visual below may give you a better sense of the sensor sizes in the 7040 and FP5.
To sum up, the 2 cameras provide the same sensor dimensions and the same megapixels so you can expect similar quality of photographs though you really should consider the age of the products into consideration. The older 7040 is going to be behind with regard to sensor tech.
![Olympus 7040 vs Panasonic FP5 sensor size comparison Olympus 7040 vs Panasonic FP5 sensor size comparison](https://pxlmag.com/db/images/sensor-compare/Olympus-Stylus-7040-vs-Panasonic-Lumix-DMC-FP5-sensor-size-comparison.png)
Olympus 7040 vs Panasonic FP5 Screen and ViewFinder
![Olympus 7040 vs Panasonic FP5 Screen and Viewfinder comparison Olympus 7040 vs Panasonic FP5 Screen and Viewfinder comparison](https://pxlmag.com/db/images/camera-compare/Olympus-Stylus-7040-vs-Panasonic-Lumix-DMC-FP5-screen-back-comparison.jpg)
![](https://pxlmag.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/04/Approach-to-AI-Generated-Content-218x150.jpg)
Photography Type Scores
Portrait Comparison
![](https://pxlmag.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/04/samsung-evo-microsd-cards-featur-218x150.jpg)
Street Comparison
![](https://pxlmag.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/06/No-Surprise-Pentax-17-Pre-Orders-218x150.jpg)
Sports Comparison
![](https://pxlmag.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/04/ai-licence-218x150.jpg)
Travel Comparison
![](https://pxlmag.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/04/maxresdefault-218x150.jpg)
Landscape Comparison
![](https://pxlmag.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/04/iphone-optical-stabilization-218x150.jpg)
Vlogging Comparison
![](https://pxlmag.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/04/photography-glossary-218x150.jpg)
Olympus 7040 vs Panasonic FP5 Specifications
Olympus Stylus 7040 | Panasonic Lumix DMC-FP5 | |
---|---|---|
General Information | ||
Manufacturer | Olympus | Panasonic |
Model | Olympus Stylus 7040 | Panasonic Lumix DMC-FP5 |
Also called as | mju 7040 | - |
Category | Small Sensor Compact | Ultracompact |
Released | 2010-01-07 | 2011-01-05 |
Physical type | Compact | Ultracompact |
Sensor Information | ||
Processor | TruePic III | Venus Engine IV |
Sensor type | CCD | CCD |
Sensor size | 1/2.3" | 1/2.3" |
Sensor dimensions | 6.08 x 4.56mm | 6.08 x 4.56mm |
Sensor area | 27.7mm² | 27.7mm² |
Sensor resolution | 14MP | 14MP |
Anti aliasing filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 4:3 and 16:9 | 1:1, 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 |
Highest resolution | 4288 x 3216 | 4320 x 3240 |
Highest native ISO | 1600 | 6400 |
Min native ISO | 64 | 100 |
RAW files | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Manual focus | ||
Autofocus touch | ||
Autofocus continuous | ||
Autofocus single | ||
Autofocus tracking | ||
Autofocus selectice | ||
Center weighted autofocus | ||
Multi area autofocus | ||
Live view autofocus | ||
Face detection autofocus | ||
Contract detection autofocus | ||
Phase detection autofocus | ||
Number of focus points | - | 11 |
Lens | ||
Lens mount | fixed lens | fixed lens |
Lens focal range | 28-196mm (7.0x) | 35-140mm (4.0x) |
Largest aperture | f/3.0-5.9 | f/3.5-5.9 |
Macro focus distance | 2cm | 10cm |
Crop factor | 5.9 | 5.9 |
Screen | ||
Type of screen | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
Screen sizing | 3 inch | 3 inch |
Resolution of screen | 230k dots | 230k dots |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch capability | ||
Screen technology | - | TFT Touch Screen LCD |
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder type | None | None |
Features | ||
Slowest shutter speed | 4s | 60s |
Maximum shutter speed | 1/2000s | 1/1600s |
Continuous shooting rate | 1.0 frames per sec | 6.0 frames per sec |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Manual mode | ||
Change white balance | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Inbuilt flash | ||
Flash range | 5.70 m | 4.90 m |
Flash options | Auto, On, Off, Red-eye, Fill-in | Auto, On, Off, Red-Eye reduction |
Hot shoe | ||
AEB | ||
WB bracketing | ||
Exposure | ||
Multisegment exposure | ||
Average exposure | ||
Spot exposure | ||
Partial exposure | ||
AF area exposure | ||
Center weighted exposure | ||
Video features | ||
Video resolutions | 1280 x 720 (30 fps) 640 x 480 (30, 15 fps), 320 x 240 (30, 15 fps) | 1280 x 720 (30 fps), 640 x 480 (30 fps), 320 x 240 (30 fps) |
Highest video resolution | 1280x720 | 1280x720 |
Video file format | Motion JPEG | Motion JPEG |
Mic port | ||
Headphone port | ||
Connectivity | ||
Wireless | None | None |
Bluetooth | ||
NFC | ||
HDMI | ||
USB | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) |
GPS | None | None |
Physical | ||
Environment sealing | ||
Water proof | ||
Dust proof | ||
Shock proof | ||
Crush proof | ||
Freeze proof | ||
Weight | 144 grams (0.32 lbs) | 141 grams (0.31 lbs) |
Physical dimensions | 95 x 56 x 26mm (3.7" x 2.2" x 1.0") | 101 x 59 x 18mm (4.0" x 2.3" x 0.7") |
DXO scores | ||
DXO All around score | not tested | not tested |
DXO Color Depth score | not tested | not tested |
DXO Dynamic range score | not tested | not tested |
DXO Low light score | not tested | not tested |
Other | ||
Battery life | - | 260 images |
Style of battery | - | Battery Pack |
Self timer | Yes (2 or 12 seconds) | Yes (2 or 10 sec) |
Time lapse recording | ||
Type of storage | SC/SDHC, Internal | SD/SDHC/SDXC, Internal |
Card slots | 1 | 1 |
Cost at launch | $299 | $199 |