FujiFilm S4000 vs Olympus E-PL1
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FujiFilm S4000 vs Olympus E-PL1 Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 14MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 3" Fixed Screen
- ISO 100 - 1600 (Increase to 6400)
- Sensor-shift Image Stabilization
- 1280 x 720 video
- 24-720mm (F3.1-5.9) lens
- 540g - 118 x 81 x 100mm
- Released January 2011
- Additionally Known as FinePix S4050
(Full Review)
- 12MP - Four Thirds Sensor
- 2.7" Fixed Display
- ISO 100 - 3200
- Sensor based Image Stabilization
- 1280 x 720 video
- Micro Four Thirds Mount
- 334g - 115 x 72 x 42mm
- Released May 2010
- Refreshed by Olympus E-PL1s
FujiFilm S4000 vs Olympus E-PL1 Overview
On this page, we are evaluating the FujiFilm S4000 vs Olympus E-PL1, former being a Small Sensor Superzoom while the other is a Entry-Level Mirrorless by companies FujiFilm and Olympus. The resolution of the S4000 (14MP) and the E-PL1 (12MP) is very close but the S4000 (1/2.3") and E-PL1 (Four Thirds) offer different sensor dimensions.
Peek Behind the Lens of 'Photographer' and Their Go-To CamerasThe S4000 was announced 8 months later than the E-PL1 which means that they are both of a similar age. Each of these cameras have different body design with the FujiFilm S4000 being a SLR-like (bridge) camera and the Olympus E-PL1 being a Rangefinder-style mirrorless camera.
Before getting into a comprehensive comparison, here is a concise highlight of how the S4000 matches up versus the E-PL1 when it comes to portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.
FujiFilm S4000 vs Olympus E-PL1 Gallery
Here is a sample of the gallery pics for FujiFilm FinePix S4000 & Olympus PEN E-PL1. The whole galleries are viewable at FujiFilm S4000 Gallery & Olympus E-PL1 Gallery.
Reasons to pick FujiFilm S4000 over the Olympus E-PL1
S4000 | E-PL1 | |||
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Released | January 2011 | May 2010 | Fresher by 8 months | |
Display dimensions | 3" | 2.7" | Larger display (+0.3") | |
Display resolution | 460k | 230k | Crisper display (+230k dot) |
Reasons to pick Olympus E-PL1 over the FujiFilm S4000
E-PL1 | S4000 | |||
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Manually focus | More accurate focus |
Common features in the FujiFilm S4000 and Olympus E-PL1
S4000 | E-PL1 | |||
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Display type | Fixed | Fixed | Fixed display | |
Selfie screen | Lack of selfie screen | |||
Touch display | Lack of Touch display |
FujiFilm S4000 vs Olympus E-PL1 Physical Comparison
When you are aiming to carry your camera often, you have to take into account its weight and dimensions. The FujiFilm S4000 enjoys external dimensions of 118mm x 81mm x 100mm (4.6" x 3.2" x 3.9") along with a weight of 540 grams (1.19 lbs) whilst the Olympus E-PL1 has dimensions of 115mm x 72mm x 42mm (4.5" x 2.8" x 1.7") and a weight of 334 grams (0.74 lbs).
Take a look at the FujiFilm S4000 vs Olympus E-PL1 in our completely new Camera & Lens Size Comparison Tool.Always remember, the weight of an ILC will vary dependant on the lens you have at the time. Following is a front view proportions comparison of the S4000 versus the E-PL1.
Taking into account size and weight, the portability rating of the S4000 and E-PL1 is 67 and 86 respectively.
FujiFilm S4000 vs Olympus E-PL1 Sensor Comparison
Generally, it can be tough to picture the contrast in sensor sizing simply by looking through specifications. The photograph underneath should give you a clearer sense of the sensor dimensions in the S4000 and E-PL1.
To sum up, both of the cameras provide different resolutions and different sensor sizing. The S4000 having a smaller sensor is going to make shooting shallow DOF tougher and the FujiFilm S4000 will result in greater detail with its extra 2MP. Greater resolution can also make it easier to crop images more aggressively. The more modern S4000 should have a benefit in sensor technology.
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FujiFilm S4000 vs Olympus E-PL1 Specifications
FujiFilm FinePix S4000 | Olympus PEN E-PL1 | |
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General Information | ||
Brand Name | FujiFilm | Olympus |
Model type | FujiFilm FinePix S4000 | Olympus PEN E-PL1 |
Otherwise known as | FinePix S4050 | - |
Class | Small Sensor Superzoom | Entry-Level Mirrorless |
Released | 2011-01-05 | 2010-05-17 |
Physical type | SLR-like (bridge) | Rangefinder-style mirrorless |
Sensor Information | ||
Processor Chip | - | Truepic V |
Sensor type | CCD | CMOS |
Sensor size | 1/2.3" | Four Thirds |
Sensor measurements | 6.17 x 4.55mm | 17.3 x 13mm |
Sensor surface area | 28.1mm² | 224.9mm² |
Sensor resolution | 14 megapixels | 12 megapixels |
Anti alias filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 | 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 |
Highest resolution | 4288 x 3216 | 4032 x 3024 |
Highest native ISO | 1600 | 3200 |
Highest boosted ISO | 6400 | - |
Min native ISO | 100 | 100 |
RAW pictures | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Manual focusing | ||
Touch focus | ||
Continuous AF | ||
Single AF | ||
Tracking AF | ||
AF selectice | ||
AF center weighted | ||
AF multi area | ||
Live view AF | ||
Face detection focusing | ||
Contract detection focusing | ||
Phase detection focusing | ||
Total focus points | - | 11 |
Cross type focus points | - | - |
Lens | ||
Lens support | fixed lens | Micro Four Thirds |
Lens zoom range | 24-720mm (30.0x) | - |
Largest aperture | f/3.1-5.9 | - |
Macro focusing range | 2cm | - |
Total lenses | - | 107 |
Crop factor | 5.8 | 2.1 |
Screen | ||
Type of screen | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
Screen diagonal | 3 inches | 2.7 inches |
Screen resolution | 460 thousand dots | 230 thousand dots |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch operation | ||
Screen tech | - | HyperCrystal LCD AR (Anti-Reflective) coating |
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder | Electronic | Electronic (optional) |
Viewfinder coverage | 97% | - |
Features | ||
Lowest shutter speed | 8 seconds | 60 seconds |
Highest shutter speed | 1/2000 seconds | 1/2000 seconds |
Continuous shooting rate | 1.0 frames per sec | 3.0 frames per sec |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Manual mode | ||
Exposure compensation | Yes | Yes |
Change WB | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Built-in flash | ||
Flash distance | 7.00 m | 10.00 m |
Flash modes | Auto, On, Off, Red-eye, Slow Sync | Auto, On, Off, Red-Eye, Fill-in, Slow Sync, Manual (3 levels) |
Hot shoe | ||
AEB | ||
White balance bracketing | ||
Highest flash synchronize | - | 1/160 seconds |
Exposure | ||
Multisegment metering | ||
Average metering | ||
Spot metering | ||
Partial metering | ||
AF area metering | ||
Center weighted metering | ||
Video features | ||
Supported video resolutions | 1280 x 720 (30 fps), 640 x 480 (30 fps) | 1280 x 720 (30 fps), 640 x 480 (30 fps) |
Highest video resolution | 1280x720 | 1280x720 |
Video format | Motion JPEG | Motion JPEG |
Microphone support | ||
Headphone support | ||
Connectivity | ||
Wireless | None | None |
Bluetooth | ||
NFC | ||
HDMI | ||
USB | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) |
GPS | None | None |
Physical | ||
Environment sealing | ||
Water proofing | ||
Dust proofing | ||
Shock proofing | ||
Crush proofing | ||
Freeze proofing | ||
Weight | 540 gr (1.19 lb) | 334 gr (0.74 lb) |
Physical dimensions | 118 x 81 x 100mm (4.6" x 3.2" x 3.9") | 115 x 72 x 42mm (4.5" x 2.8" x 1.7") |
DXO scores | ||
DXO All around rating | not tested | 54 |
DXO Color Depth rating | not tested | 21.5 |
DXO Dynamic range rating | not tested | 10.1 |
DXO Low light rating | not tested | 487 |
Other | ||
Battery life | 300 pictures | 290 pictures |
Battery style | AA | Battery Pack |
Battery ID | 4 x AA | BLS-1 |
Self timer | Yes (2 or 10 sec) | Yes (2 or 12 sec) |
Time lapse shooting | ||
Storage type | SD / SDHC | SD/SDHC card |
Card slots | Single | Single |
Price at launch | $279 | $288 |