Kodak C140 vs Olympus FE-4000

On this page, we will be evaluating the Kodak C140 and Olympus FE-4000, both Small Sensor Compact digital cameras by brands Kodak and Olympus. There is a crucial difference between the sensor resolutions of the C140 (8MP) and FE-4000 (12MP) and the C140 (1/2.5") and FE-4000 (1/2.3") boast totally different sensor sizing.

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The C140 was released 6 months before the FE-4000 which means that they are both of a similar generation. Both of these cameras have the same body design (Compact).

Before diving into a detailed comparison, here is a brief summary of how the C140 grades versus the FE-4000 with regard to portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

Following is a preview of the gallery photos for Kodak EasyShare C140 and Olympus FE-4000. The complete galleries are available at Kodak C140 Gallery and Olympus FE-4000 Gallery.

For anybody who is intending to carry your camera regularly, you'll need to factor in its weight and dimensions. The Kodak C140 provides physical measurements of 92mm x 63mm x 22mm (3.6" x 2.5" x 0.9") having a weight of 160 grams (0.35 lbs) whilst the Olympus FE-4000 has dimensions of 95mm x 57mm x 22mm (3.7" x 2.2" x 0.9") accompanied by a weight of 136 grams (0.30 lbs).

Examine the Kodak C140 and Olympus FE-4000 in the new Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Bear in mind, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will vary based on the lens you are using at the time. Following is a front view physical size comparison of the C140 and the FE-4000.

Factoring in size and weight, the portability grade of the C140 and FE-4000 is 94 and 95 respectively.

Usually, it is very difficult to visualise the difference between sensor sizing purely by reviewing a spec sheet. The photograph underneath will offer you a more clear sense of the sensor measurements in the C140 and FE-4000.

Clearly, each of the cameras have different megapixel count and different sensor sizing. The C140 because of its tinier sensor will make achieving shallower DOF harder and the Olympus FE-4000 will deliver greater detail as a result of its extra 4 Megapixels. Higher resolution can also let you crop shots a bit more aggressively.