FujiFilm XP10 vs Olympus FE-4000

The following is a thorough overview of the FujiFilm XP10 versus Olympus FE-4000, one is a Waterproof and the other is a Small Sensor Compact by manufacturers FujiFilm and Olympus. The sensor resolution of the XP10 (12MP) and the FE-4000 (12MP) is very close and they use the exact same sensor sizes (1/2.3").

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The XP10 was released 7 months after the FE-4000 so they are of a similar generation. Both cameras come with the identical body type (Compact).

Before delving straight into a in-depth comparison, below is a simple highlight of how the XP10 scores versus the FE-4000 in relation to portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.

Here is a sample of the gallery pics for FujiFilm FinePix XP10 and Olympus FE-4000. The complete galleries are viewable at FujiFilm XP10 Gallery and Olympus FE-4000 Gallery.

If you're aiming to travel with your camera regularly, you'll need to factor its weight and proportions. The FujiFilm XP10 provides external measurements of 96mm x 64mm x 23mm (3.8" x 2.5" x 0.9") and a weight of 135 grams (0.30 lbs) and the Olympus FE-4000 has measurements of 95mm x 57mm x 22mm (3.7" x 2.2" x 0.9") having a weight of 136 grams (0.30 lbs).

Check the FujiFilm XP10 versus Olympus FE-4000 in the latest Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Do not forget, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will change dependant on the lens you are employing during that time. Here is the front view overall size comparison of the XP10 versus the FE-4000.

Using dimensions and weight, the portability score of the XP10 and FE-4000 is 95 and 95 respectively.

Normally, it is hard to visualise the difference in sensor dimensions just by viewing technical specs. The picture underneath should provide you a clearer sense of the sensor measurements in the XP10 and FE-4000.

As you can tell, both cameras posses the exact same sensor measurements and the same megapixels so you should expect comparable quality of images though you might want to consider the release date of the cameras into account. The more modern XP10 is going to have an edge with regard to sensor technology.