Canon SX410 IS vs Olympus FE-4030

On this page, we will be reviewing the Canon SX410 IS versus Olympus FE-4030, former is a Small Sensor Superzoom while the latter is a Small Sensor Compact by brands Canon and Olympus. There is a noticeable difference between the image resolutions of the SX410 IS (20MP) and FE-4030 (14MP) but both cameras offer the same sensor size (1/2.3").

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The SX410 IS was launched 5 years after the FE-4030 which is quite a sizable difference as far as tech is concerned. Both of these cameras have the same body design (Compact).

Before going into a complete comparison, here is a brief highlight of how the SX410 IS scores against the FE-4030 with regards to portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.

Following is a preview of the gallery photos for Canon PowerShot SX410 IS & Olympus FE-4030. The complete galleries are available at Canon SX410 IS Gallery & Olympus FE-4030 Gallery.

For those who are going to travel with your camera regularly, you will want to consider its weight and measurements. The Canon SX410 IS offers external measurements of 104mm x 69mm x 85mm (4.1" x 2.7" x 3.3") along with a weight of 325 grams (0.72 lbs) and the Olympus FE-4030 has proportions of 93mm x 56mm x 22mm (3.7" x 2.2" x 0.9") and a weight of 146 grams (0.32 lbs).

Look at the Canon SX410 IS versus Olympus FE-4030 in our newest Camera & Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Do not forget, the weight of an ILC will change depending on the lens you select during that time. Following is a front view proportions comparison of the SX410 IS versus the FE-4030.

Taking into consideration size and weight, the portability grade of the SX410 IS and FE-4030 is 80 and 95 respectively.

Generally, it's hard to see the gap between sensor dimensions just by reading technical specs. The picture underneath should offer you a better sense of the sensor sizing in the SX410 IS and FE-4030.

As you can tell, the 2 cameras provide the same sensor dimensions albeit not the same MP. You can count on the Canon SX410 IS to offer more detail utilizing its extra 6MP. Higher resolution will also help you crop shots more aggressively. The more recent SX410 IS will have an advantage with regard to sensor technology.