Olympus 7040 vs Panasonic TS2

The following is a in depth review of the Olympus 7040 vs Panasonic TS2, one is a Small Sensor Compact and the latter is a Waterproof by manufacturers Olympus and Panasonic. The image resolution of the 7040 (14MP) and the TS2 (14MP) is relatively comparable and both cameras boast the same sensor dimensions (1/2.3").

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The 7040 was released about the same time to the TS2 which means that they are of a similar generation. Both of the cameras have the same body design (Compact).

Before diving right into a full comparison, here is a quick introduction of how the 7040 matches up against the TS2 with respect to portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.

Following is a preview of the gallery photos for Olympus Stylus 7040 and Panasonic Lumix DMC-TS2. The complete galleries are viewable at Olympus 7040 Gallery and Panasonic TS2 Gallery.

When you are planning to travel with your camera often, you have to consider its weight and volume. The Olympus 7040 enjoys external measurements of 95mm x 56mm x 26mm (3.7" x 2.2" x 1.0") accompanied by a weight of 144 grams (0.32 lbs) while the Panasonic TS2 has sizing of 99mm x 63mm x 24mm (3.9" x 2.5" x 0.9") having a weight of 188 grams (0.41 lbs).

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Always remember, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will differ dependant on the lens you use during that time. Underneath is a front view measurement comparison of the 7040 vs the TS2.

Looking at size and weight, the portability grade of the 7040 and TS2 is 95 and 93 respectively.

In many cases, its hard to visualise the gap in sensor dimensions only by going through specifications. The image underneath might offer you a better sense of the sensor sizing in the 7040 and TS2.

Plainly, both of these cameras have the same sensor dimensions and the same exact MP therefore you should expect comparable quality of photographs though you might want to take the production date of the cameras into account.