Olympus VH-515 vs Panasonic GF7

Here is a detailed overview of the Olympus VH-515 versus Panasonic GF7, one being a Small Sensor Compact and the other is a Entry-Level Mirrorless by companies Olympus and Panasonic. There is a significant difference among the image resolutions of the VH-515 (12MP) and GF7 (16MP) and the VH-515 (1/2.3") and GF7 (Four Thirds) posses different sensor sizes.

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The VH-515 was introduced 3 years earlier than the GF7 and that is a fairly sizable gap as far as camera tech is concerned. Each of the cameras feature different body design with the Olympus VH-515 being a Compact camera and the Panasonic GF7 being a Rangefinder-style mirrorless camera.

Before going straight to a in-depth comparison, here is a concise synopsis of how the VH-515 grades versus the GF7 when it comes to portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

Following is a sample of the gallery pics for Olympus VH-515 and Panasonic Lumix DMC-GF7. The whole galleries are available at Olympus VH-515 Gallery and Panasonic GF7 Gallery.

For those who are looking to carry your camera regularly, you will need to consider its weight and size. The Olympus VH-515 has got external dimensions of 102mm x 60mm x 21mm (4.0" x 2.4" x 0.8") and a weight of 152 grams (0.34 lbs) and the Panasonic GF7 has specifications of 107mm x 65mm x 33mm (4.2" x 2.6" x 1.3") with a weight of 266 grams (0.59 lbs).

Analyze the Olympus VH-515 versus Panasonic GF7 in the latest Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Take into account, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will differ dependant on the lens you choose at the time. Underneath is a front view proportions comparison of the VH-515 and the GF7.

Taking into account size and weight, the portability score of the VH-515 and GF7 is 95 and 90 respectively.

Oftentimes, it can be tough to imagine the contrast in sensor sizing purely by checking out specifications. The photograph below will help offer you a stronger sense of the sensor dimensions in the VH-515 and GF7.

Plainly, both of these cameras come with different megapixel count and different sensor sizing. The VH-515 using its smaller sensor is going to make shooting shallower depth of field harder and the Panasonic GF7 will provide more detail using its extra 4MP. Greater resolution will also allow you to crop images a good deal more aggressively. The older VH-515 will be behind with regard to sensor innovation.