Fujifilm X30 vs Olympus 7040

Its time to take a closer look at the Fujifilm X30 vs Olympus 7040, both Small Sensor Compact digital cameras by companies FujiFilm and Olympus. The sensor resolution of the Fujifilm X30 (12MP) and the 7040 (14MP) is very similar but the Fujifilm X30 (2/3") and 7040 (1/2.3") posses different sensor dimensions.

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The Fujifilm X30 was introduced 4 years later than the 7040 and that is quite a big difference as far as tech is concerned. Both cameras have the same body design (Compact).

Before going straight to a in depth comparison, here is a brief summation of how the Fujifilm X30 grades vs the 7040 for portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.

Following is a sample of the gallery pics for Fujifilm X30 & Olympus Stylus 7040. The whole galleries are provided at Fujifilm X30 Gallery & Olympus 7040 Gallery.

When you are planning to lug around your camera often, you're going to have to consider its weight and proportions. The Fujifilm X30 has exterior measurements of 119mm x 72mm x 60mm (4.7" x 2.8" x 2.4") having a weight of 423 grams (0.93 lbs) whilst the Olympus 7040 has measurements of 95mm x 56mm x 26mm (3.7" x 2.2" x 1.0") with a weight of 144 grams (0.32 lbs).

Contrast the Fujifilm X30 vs Olympus 7040 in our brand new Camera & Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Keep in mind, the weight of an ILC will vary based on the lens you have chosen at the time. The following is a front view proportions comparison of the Fujifilm X30 compared to the 7040.

Factoring in size and weight, the portability rating of the Fujifilm X30 and 7040 is 80 and 95 respectively.

Often, it's tough to picture the contrast between sensor measurements only by reviewing a spec sheet. The graphic underneath may offer you a better sense of the sensor measurements in the Fujifilm X30 and 7040.

Clearly, both of the cameras have different megapixels and different sensor measurements. The Fujifilm X30 having a larger sensor is going to make shooting shallower depth of field less difficult and the Olympus 7040 will deliver greater detail using its extra 2 Megapixels. Greater resolution will also allow you to crop photos a bit more aggressively. The more recent Fujifilm X30 provides a benefit when it comes to sensor innovation.