Olympus 7040 vs Panasonic S3
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Olympus 7040 vs Panasonic S3 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
- Launched January 2010
- Alternate Name is mju 7040
(Full Review)
- 14MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 2.7" Fixed Screen
- ISO 100 - 6400
- Optical Image Stabilization
- 1280 x 720 video
- 28-112mm (F3.1-5.6) lens
- 117g - 99 x 59 x 21mm
- Introduced January 2011
Olympus 7040 vs Panasonic S3 Overview
Here is a complete comparison of the Olympus 7040 versus Panasonic S3, both Small Sensor Compact digital cameras by brands Olympus and Panasonic. The sensor resolution of the 7040 (14MP) and the S3 (14MP) is pretty similar and they come with the exact same sensor measurements (1/2.3").
Samsung Releases Faster Versions of EVO MicroSD CardsThe 7040 was brought out 12 months earlier than the S3 which means that they are both of a similar age. Both the cameras come with the identical body type (Compact).
Before getting straight into a full comparison, below is a quick summation of how the 7040 matches up against the S3 with respect to portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.
Olympus 7040 vs Panasonic S3 Gallery
The following is a preview of the gallery images for Olympus Stylus 7040 & Panasonic Lumix DMC-S3. The entire galleries are available at Olympus 7040 Gallery & Panasonic S3 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Olympus 7040 over the Panasonic S3
7040 | S3 | |||
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Screen dimension | 3" | 2.7" | Bigger screen (+0.3") |
Reasons to pick Panasonic S3 over the Olympus 7040
S3 | 7040 | |||
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Introduced | January 2011 | January 2010 | Fresher by 12 months |
Common features in the Olympus 7040 and Panasonic S3
7040 | S3 | |||
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Manual focus | No manual focusing | |||
Screen type | Fixed | Fixed | Fixed screen | |
Screen resolution | 230k | 230k | The same screen resolution | |
Selfie screen | Lacking selfie screen | |||
Touch screen | Lacking Touch screen |
Olympus 7040 vs Panasonic S3 Physical Comparison
For those who are looking to carry your camera regularly, you will want to consider its weight and size. The Olympus 7040 enjoys exterior dimensions of 95mm x 56mm x 26mm (3.7" x 2.2" x 1.0") and a weight of 144 grams (0.32 lbs) while the Panasonic S3 has specifications of 99mm x 59mm x 21mm (3.9" x 2.3" x 0.8") and a weight of 117 grams (0.26 lbs).
Analyze the Olympus 7040 versus Panasonic S3 in our completely new Camera plus Lens Size Comparison Tool.Take into consideration, the weight of an ILC will vary based on the lens you have at that time. The following is the front view dimension comparison of the 7040 vs the S3.
Taking into account size and weight, the portability grade of the 7040 and S3 is 95 and 96 respectively.
Olympus 7040 vs Panasonic S3 Sensor Comparison
Often, its tough to imagine the difference between sensor sizing simply by going over specifications. The photograph underneath will give you a more clear sense of the sensor sizes in the 7040 and S3.
Plainly, the 2 cameras posses the exact same sensor measurements and the same exact resolution therefore you can expect similar quality of photos however you will need to consider the age of the products into consideration. The older 7040 is going to be disadvantaged when it comes to sensor innovation.
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Olympus 7040 vs Panasonic S3 Specifications
Olympus Stylus 7040 | Panasonic Lumix DMC-S3 | |
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General Information | ||
Company | Olympus | Panasonic |
Model | Olympus Stylus 7040 | Panasonic Lumix DMC-S3 |
Also Known as | mju 7040 | - |
Class | Small Sensor Compact | Small Sensor Compact |
Launched | 2010-01-07 | 2011-01-05 |
Body design | Compact | Compact |
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 surface area | 27.7mm² | 27.7mm² |
Sensor resolution | 14 megapixel | 14 megapixel |
Anti aliasing filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 4:3 and 16:9 | 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 |
Peak resolution | 4288 x 3216 | 4320 x 3240 |
Highest native ISO | 1600 | 6400 |
Lowest native ISO | 64 | 100 |
RAW images | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Focus manually | ||
Autofocus touch | ||
Autofocus continuous | ||
Single autofocus | ||
Autofocus tracking | ||
Selective autofocus | ||
Autofocus center weighted | ||
Multi area autofocus | ||
Autofocus live view | ||
Face detection focus | ||
Contract detection focus | ||
Phase detection focus | ||
Number of focus points | - | 11 |
Lens | ||
Lens mount | fixed lens | fixed lens |
Lens focal range | 28-196mm (7.0x) | 28-112mm (4.0x) |
Maximum aperture | f/3.0-5.9 | f/3.1-5.6 |
Macro focus distance | 2cm | 5cm |
Focal length multiplier | 5.9 | 5.9 |
Screen | ||
Screen type | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
Screen diagonal | 3" | 2.7" |
Screen resolution | 230k dot | 230k dot |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch functionality | ||
Screen technology | - | TFT LCD |
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder type | None | None |
Features | ||
Min shutter speed | 4s | 8s |
Max shutter speed | 1/2000s | 1/1600s |
Continuous shutter speed | 1.0 frames per sec | 2.0 frames per sec |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Manually set exposure | ||
Set white balance | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Built-in flash | ||
Flash range | 5.70 m | 3.30 m |
Flash settings | Auto, On, Off, Red-eye, Fill-in | Auto, On, Off, Red-Eye reduction |
Hot shoe | ||
AE bracketing | ||
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 (30fps), 640 x 480 (30 fps), 320 x 240 (30 fps) |
Highest video resolution | 1280x720 | 1280x720 |
Video format | Motion JPEG | MPEG-4 |
Mic input | ||
Headphone input | ||
Connectivity | ||
Wireless | None | None |
Bluetooth | ||
NFC | ||
HDMI | ||
USB | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) |
GPS | None | None |
Physical | ||
Environmental seal | ||
Water proof | ||
Dust proof | ||
Shock proof | ||
Crush proof | ||
Freeze proof | ||
Weight | 144 gr (0.32 lb) | 117 gr (0.26 lb) |
Dimensions | 95 x 56 x 26mm (3.7" x 2.2" x 1.0") | 99 x 59 x 21mm (3.9" x 2.3" x 0.8") |
DXO scores | ||
DXO Overall 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 | - | 250 photographs |
Battery format | - | 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 |
Storage slots | Single | Single |
Pricing at release | $299 | $110 |