Olympus 8000 vs Panasonic FS7

Below is a complete review of the Olympus 8000 versus Panasonic FS7, former being a Small Sensor Compact while the other is a Ultracompact by manufacturers Olympus and Panasonic. The image resolution of the 8000 (12MP) and the FS7 (10MP) is very close but the 8000 (1/2.3") and FS7 (1/2.5") provide different sensor sizes.

Photography Glossary

The 8000 was revealed 6 months later than the FS7 and they are both of a similar age. Each of these cameras feature different body design with the Olympus 8000 being a Compact camera and the Panasonic FS7 being a Ultracompact camera.

Before delving straight to a in-depth comparison, here is a concise synopsis of how the 8000 matches up versus the FS7 in relation to portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.

Here is a sample of the gallery pics for Olympus Stylus Tough 8000 & Panasonic Lumix DMC-FS7. The full galleries are viewable at Olympus 8000 Gallery & Panasonic FS7 Gallery.

If you are looking to lug around your camera, you're going to have to consider its weight and volume. The Olympus 8000 enjoys exterior dimensions of 95mm x 62mm x 22mm (3.7" x 2.4" x 0.9") along with a weight of 182 grams (0.40 lbs) whilst the Panasonic FS7 has sizing of 97mm x 54mm x 22mm (3.8" x 2.1" x 0.9") with a weight of 139 grams (0.31 lbs).

Take a look at the Olympus 8000 versus Panasonic FS7 in our newest Camera plus Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Keep in mind, the weight of an ILC will differ based on the lens you use during that time. The following is a front view sizing comparison of the 8000 vs the FS7.

Looking at size and weight, the portability grade of the 8000 and FS7 is 94 and 95 respectively.

Oftentimes, it is very hard to picture the contrast in sensor measurements simply by looking through technical specs. The visual below may provide you a more clear sense of the sensor dimensions in the 8000 and FS7.

As you can tell, both of those cameras feature different megapixel count and different sensor measurements. The 8000 with its larger sensor is going to make achieving bokeh less difficult and the Olympus 8000 will render extra detail because of its extra 2MP. Greater resolution can also let you crop photos way more aggressively.