Fujifilm X30 vs Olympus FE-4000

Lets look much closer at the Fujifilm X30 versus Olympus FE-4000, both Small Sensor Compact digital cameras by companies FujiFilm and Olympus. The sensor resolution of the Fujifilm X30 (12MP) and the FE-4000 (12MP) is very well matched but the Fujifilm X30 (2/3") and FE-4000 (1/2.3") feature totally different sensor size.

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The Fujifilm X30 was announced 5 years later than the FE-4000 and that is quite a large gap as far as technology is concerned. Both of the cameras offer the identical body type (Compact).

Before diving straight into a thorough comparison, below is a concise view of how the Fujifilm X30 grades against the FE-4000 in the way of portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.

Below is a sample of the gallery pics for Fujifilm X30 and Olympus FE-4000. The whole galleries are available at Fujifilm X30 Gallery and Olympus FE-4000 Gallery.

For those who are looking to lug around your camera frequently, you have to think about its weight and measurements. The Fujifilm X30 has external measurements of 119mm x 72mm x 60mm (4.7" x 2.8" x 2.4") and a weight of 423 grams (0.93 lbs) whilst the Olympus FE-4000 has proportions of 95mm x 57mm x 22mm (3.7" x 2.2" x 0.9") and a weight of 136 grams (0.30 lbs).

Examine the Fujifilm X30 versus Olympus FE-4000 in the all new Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Don't forget, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will vary based on the lens you are employing at the time. Here is the front view dimension comparison of the Fujifilm X30 versus the FE-4000.

Taking into consideration dimensions and weight, the portability score of the Fujifilm X30 and FE-4000 is 80 and 95 respectively.

Normally, it is very hard to envision the contrast between sensor measurements just by looking at a spec sheet. The graphic here may offer you a better sense of the sensor measurements in the Fujifilm X30 and FE-4000.

Clearly, the 2 cameras enjoy the same exact megapixels but not the same sensor measurements. The Fujifilm X30 uses the larger sensor which will make obtaining shallower depth of field less difficult. The fresher Fujifilm X30 is going to have an edge with regard to sensor tech.