Olympus 6020 vs Panasonic SZ7

Lets look a bit more in depth at the Olympus 6020 and Panasonic SZ7, former being a Waterproof while the latter is a Small Sensor Compact by rivals Olympus and Panasonic. The resolution of the 6020 (13MP) and the SZ7 (14MP) is relatively comparable and they possess the same exact sensor sizing (1/2.3").

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The 6020 was revealed 23 months before the SZ7 which makes the cameras a generation apart from each other. Each of the cameras offer the identical body type (Compact).

Before getting through a comprehensive comparison, below is a concise highlight of how the 6020 scores against the SZ7 in relation to portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

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In case you're going to carry your camera, you will have to take into account its weight and proportions. The Olympus 6020 offers outer dimensions of 95mm x 62mm x 22mm (3.7" x 2.4" x 0.9") with a weight of 122 grams (0.27 lbs) while the Panasonic SZ7 has measurements of 99mm x 59mm x 21mm (3.9" x 2.3" x 0.8") with a weight of 133 grams (0.29 lbs).

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Bear in mind, the weight of an ILC will differ dependant on the lens you are employing during that time. Underneath is the front view dimensions comparison of the 6020 versus the SZ7.

Factoring in size and weight, the portability rating of the 6020 and SZ7 is 95 and 95 respectively.

Often, it is difficult to see the difference in sensor sizing purely by seeing specs. The photograph here should give you a better sense of the sensor sizes in the 6020 and SZ7.

All in all, each of these cameras enjoy the same exact sensor sizing albeit not the same MP. You can count on the Panasonic SZ7 to produce greater detail because of its extra 1 Megapixels. Higher resolution will allow you to crop shots far more aggressively. The older 6020 will be behind when it comes to sensor technology.