Olympus 7040 vs Panasonic SZ1

Let's look a bit more in depth at the Olympus 7040 versus Panasonic SZ1, both Small Sensor Compact cameras by manufacturers Olympus and Panasonic. The image resolution of the 7040 (14MP) and the SZ1 (16MP) is pretty comparable and they use the same exact sensor size (1/2.3").

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The 7040 was launched 24 months earlier than the SZ1 which makes the cameras a generation apart from one another. Both cameras offer the identical body type (Compact).

Before getting through a thorough comparison, below is a simple introduction of how the 7040 matches up vs the SZ1 in terms of portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.

Here is a preview of the gallery images for Olympus Stylus 7040 and Panasonic Lumix DMC-SZ1. The complete galleries are viewable at Olympus 7040 Gallery and Panasonic SZ1 Gallery.

If you are intending to lug around your camera often, you're going to have to think about its weight and size. The Olympus 7040 comes with outer dimensions of 95mm x 56mm x 26mm (3.7" x 2.2" x 1.0") having a weight of 144 grams (0.32 lbs) whilst the Panasonic SZ1 has specifications of 99mm x 59mm x 21mm (3.9" x 2.3" x 0.8") having a weight of 131 grams (0.29 lbs).

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Take into consideration, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will differ dependant on the lens you select at that time. Following is the front view physical size comparison of the 7040 versus the SZ1.

Considering dimensions and weight, the portability rating of the 7040 and SZ1 is 95 and 95 respectively.

More often than not, its difficult to visualize the contrast in sensor measurements only by seeing technical specs. The visual underneath will help give you a more clear sense of the sensor dimensions in the 7040 and SZ1.

As you have seen, both cameras enjoy the same exact sensor sizing albeit different megapixels. You should expect the Panasonic SZ1 to provide greater detail utilizing its extra 2MP. Higher resolution will also let you crop shots far more aggressively. The older 7040 will be behind in sensor technology.