Olympus 7040 vs Panasonic ZS60

Below, we will be looking at the Olympus 7040 and Panasonic ZS60, one being a Small Sensor Compact and the latter is a Small Sensor Superzoom by rivals Olympus and Panasonic. There exists a significant gap between the image resolutions of the 7040 (14MP) and ZS60 (18MP) but they use the exact same sensor sizing (1/2.3").

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The 7040 was announced 7 years prior to the ZS60 and that is quite a sizable gap as far as technology is concerned. Both the cameras come with the identical body type (Compact).

Before going straight into a thorough comparison, below is a quick summation of how the 7040 matches up against the ZS60 in the way of portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

The following is a preview of the gallery photos for Olympus Stylus 7040 and Panasonic Lumix DMC-ZS60. The whole galleries are viewable at Olympus 7040 Gallery and Panasonic ZS60 Gallery.

When you are planning to carry your camera often, you have to factor in its weight and proportions. The Olympus 7040 features outer measurements of 95mm x 56mm x 26mm (3.7" x 2.2" x 1.0") with a weight of 144 grams (0.32 lbs) and the Panasonic ZS60 has measurements of 112mm x 64mm x 38mm (4.4" x 2.5" x 1.5") accompanied by a weight of 282 grams (0.62 lbs).

Take a look at the Olympus 7040 and Panasonic ZS60 in the new Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Do not forget, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will vary depending on the lens you are using at that moment. Here is the front view over all size comparison of the 7040 and the ZS60.

Considering dimensions and weight, the portability score of the 7040 and ZS60 is 95 and 88 respectively.

Sometimes, it is difficult to see the gap between sensor sizing only by checking a spec sheet. The photograph below might give you a much better sense of the sensor sizing in the 7040 and ZS60.

Clearly, the two cameras have got the exact same sensor measurements albeit not the same megapixels. You should count on the Panasonic ZS60 to resolve greater detail with its extra 4MP. Higher resolution will also enable you to crop shots much more aggressively. The older 7040 is going to be behind when it comes to sensor tech.