Olympus 8010 vs Panasonic FS7

Here, we are matching up the Olympus 8010 vs Panasonic FS7, former is a Waterproof while the other is a Ultracompact by manufacturers Olympus and Panasonic. There exists a substantial gap between the image resolutions of the 8010 (13MP) and FS7 (10MP) and the 8010 (1/2.3") and FS7 (1/2.5") provide totally different sensor sizes.

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The 8010 was launched 13 months after the FS7 making them a generation away from one another. Both the cameras feature different body design with the Olympus 8010 being a Compact camera and the Panasonic FS7 being a Ultracompact camera.

Before getting straight to a in depth comparison, here is a concise view of how the 8010 grades against the FS7 in relation to portability, imaging, features and an overall score.

The following is a sample of the gallery pics for Olympus Stylus Tough 8010 & Panasonic Lumix DMC-FS7. The complete galleries are available at Olympus 8010 Gallery & Panasonic FS7 Gallery.

When you are aiming to carry around your camera regularly, you need to think about its weight and measurements. The Olympus 8010 has external dimensions of 98mm x 64mm x 24mm (3.9" x 2.5" x 0.9") and a weight of 245 grams (0.54 lbs) whilst the Panasonic FS7 has proportions of 97mm x 54mm x 22mm (3.8" x 2.1" x 0.9") having a weight of 139 grams (0.31 lbs).

Take a look at the Olympus 8010 vs Panasonic FS7 in our completely new Camera & Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Remember, the weight of an ILC will change dependant on the lens you have during that time. The following is a front view overall size comparison of the 8010 and the FS7.

Using dimensions and weight, the portability score of the 8010 and FS7 is 92 and 95 respectively.

Sometimes, it can be tough to see the gap between sensor sizes only by going over specifications. The picture below will offer you a stronger sense of the sensor dimensions in the 8010 and FS7.

Plainly, the 2 cameras feature different megapixel count and different sensor sizes. The 8010 because of its larger sensor will make getting bokeh easier and the Olympus 8010 will deliver greater detail utilizing its extra 3 Megapixels. Greater resolution can also allow you to crop pics way more aggressively. The more recent 8010 is going to have a benefit in sensor technology.