Olympus 7040 vs Panasonic G2

On this page, we will be analyzing the Olympus 7040 and Panasonic G2, one is a Small Sensor Compact and the latter is a Entry-Level Mirrorless by competitors Olympus and Panasonic. The resolution of the 7040 (14MP) and the G2 (12MP) is relatively similar but the 7040 (1/2.3") and G2 (Four Thirds) offer different sensor measurements.

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The 7040 was launched 6 months prior to the G2 and they are of a similar generation. Both of the cameras have different body design with the Olympus 7040 being a Compact camera and the Panasonic G2 being a SLR-style mirrorless camera.

Before getting straight to a comprehensive comparison, here is a concise summation of how the 7040 grades versus the G2 with regard to portability, imaging, features and an overall score.

Following is a preview of the gallery photos for Olympus Stylus 7040 and Panasonic Lumix DMC-G2. The complete galleries are available at Olympus 7040 Gallery and Panasonic G2 Gallery.

When you are looking to carry around your camera frequently, you are going to need to factor its weight and dimensions. The Olympus 7040 offers physical measurements of 95mm x 56mm x 26mm (3.7" x 2.2" x 1.0") and a weight of 144 grams (0.32 lbs) and the Panasonic G2 has dimensions of 124mm x 84mm x 74mm (4.9" x 3.3" x 2.9") and a weight of 428 grams (0.94 lbs).

Analyze the Olympus 7040 and Panasonic G2 in the all new Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Keep in mind, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will differ based on the lens you are utilizing at that moment. Here is a front view measurements comparison of the 7040 against the G2.

Taking into consideration size and weight, the portability rating of the 7040 and G2 is 95 and 72 respectively.

Often, it's hard to picture the difference between sensor sizes merely by going over specs. The picture underneath may provide you a far better sense of the sensor sizing in the 7040 and G2.

All in all, both the cameras provide different resolutions and different sensor sizes. The 7040 because of its tinier sensor is going to make achieving shallower DOF tougher and the Olympus 7040 will deliver more detail utilizing its extra 2MP. Higher resolution will enable you to crop pictures more aggressively.