Nikon S4300 vs Olympus 7040
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![Nikon Coolpix S4300 front Nikon Coolpix S4300 front](https://pxlmag.com/db/images/cameras/gallery/medium/Nikon-Coolpix-S4300/Nikon-S4300-front.jpg)
![Olympus Stylus 7040 front Olympus Stylus 7040 front](https://pxlmag.com/db/images/cameras/gallery/medium/Olympus-Stylus-7040/Olympus-7040-front.jpg)
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Nikon S4300 vs Olympus 7040 Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 16MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 3" Fixed Screen
- ISO 100 - 3200
- Sensor-shift Image Stabilization
- 1280 x 720 video
- 26-156mm (F3.5-6.5) lens
- 139g - 96 x 59 x 21mm
- Revealed February 2012
(Full Review)
- 14MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 3" Fixed Screen
- ISO 64 - 1600
- Sensor-shift Image Stabilization
- 1280 x 720 video
- 28-196mm (F3.0-5.9) lens
- 144g - 95 x 56 x 26mm
- Revealed January 2010
- Additionally referred to as mju 7040
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Nikon S4300 vs Olympus 7040 Overview
Below, we will be reviewing the Nikon S4300 vs Olympus 7040, both Small Sensor Compact cameras by manufacturers Nikon and Olympus. The image resolution of the S4300 (16MP) and the 7040 (14MP) is relatively comparable and they come with the exact same sensor measurements (1/2.3").
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The S4300 was introduced 2 years after the 7040 which is a fairly significant difference as far as camera tech is concerned. The two cameras come with the identical body type (Compact).
Before delving in to a thorough comparison, below is a quick synopsis of how the S4300 matches up against the 7040 in the way of portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.
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Nikon S4300 vs Olympus 7040 Gallery
This is a preview of the gallery photos for Nikon Coolpix S4300 & Olympus Stylus 7040. The whole galleries are viewable at Nikon S4300 Gallery & Olympus 7040 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Nikon S4300 over the Olympus 7040
S4300 | 7040 | |||
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Revealed | February 2012 | ![]() | January 2010 | Newer by 26 months |
Screen resolution | 460k | ![]() | 230k | Clearer screen (+230k dot) |
Touch friendly screen | ![]() | Quickly navigate |
Reasons to pick Olympus 7040 over the Nikon S4300
7040 | S4300 |
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Common features in the Nikon S4300 and Olympus 7040
S4300 | 7040 | |||
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Manually focus | ![]() | No manual focus | ||
Screen type | Fixed | ![]() | Fixed | Fixed screen |
Screen dimension | 3" | ![]() | 3" | Identical screen measurements |
Selfie screen | ![]() | Neither features selfie screen |
Nikon S4300 vs Olympus 7040 Physical Comparison
For anyone who is intending to travel with your camera often, you need to factor its weight and size. The Nikon S4300 enjoys outer measurements of 96mm x 59mm x 21mm (3.8" x 2.3" x 0.8") accompanied by a weight of 139 grams (0.31 lbs) and the Olympus 7040 has specifications of 95mm x 56mm x 26mm (3.7" x 2.2" x 1.0") and a weight of 144 grams (0.32 lbs).
Take a look at the Nikon S4300 vs Olympus 7040 in our completely new Camera plus Lens Size Comparison Tool.![Camera Size Comparison with Lenses Camera Size Comparison with Lenses](https://pxlmag.com/db/assets/camera-size-comparison-animation.gif)
Take into account, the weight of an ILC will vary depending on the lens you select at the time. Underneath is the front view measurements comparison of the S4300 against the 7040.
![Nikon S4300 vs Olympus 7040 size comparison Nikon S4300 vs Olympus 7040 size comparison](https://pxlmag.com/db/images/camera-compare/Nikon-Coolpix-S4300-vs-Olympus-Stylus-7040-size-comparison.jpg)
Factoring in size and weight, the portability grade of the S4300 and 7040 is 95 and 95 respectively.
![Nikon S4300 vs Olympus 7040 top view buttons comparison Nikon S4300 vs Olympus 7040 top view buttons comparison](https://pxlmag.com/db/images/camera-compare/Nikon-Coolpix-S4300-vs-Olympus-Stylus-7040-top-view-buttons-comparison.jpg)
Nikon S4300 vs Olympus 7040 Sensor Comparison
Generally, it can be tough to imagine the difference in sensor dimensions merely by checking out specs. The pic underneath will provide you a better sense of the sensor sizing in the S4300 and 7040.
As you can plainly see, both of the cameras posses the exact same sensor measurements albeit different resolution. You can count on the Nikon S4300 to produce greater detail using its extra 2MP. Higher resolution will also let you crop photographs somewhat more aggressively. The newer S4300 should have an advantage when it comes to sensor technology.
![Nikon S4300 vs Olympus 7040 sensor size comparison Nikon S4300 vs Olympus 7040 sensor size comparison](https://pxlmag.com/db/images/sensor-compare/Nikon-Coolpix-S4300-vs-Olympus-Stylus-7040-sensor-size-comparison.png)
Nikon S4300 vs Olympus 7040 Screen and ViewFinder
![Nikon S4300 vs Olympus 7040 Screen and Viewfinder comparison Nikon S4300 vs Olympus 7040 Screen and Viewfinder comparison](https://pxlmag.com/db/images/camera-compare/Nikon-Coolpix-S4300-vs-Olympus-Stylus-7040-screen-back-comparison.jpg)
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Photography Type Scores
Portrait Comparison
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Street Comparison
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Sports Comparison
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Travel Comparison
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Landscape Comparison
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Vlogging Comparison
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Nikon S4300 vs Olympus 7040 Specifications
Nikon Coolpix S4300 | Olympus Stylus 7040 | |
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General Information | ||
Company | Nikon | Olympus |
Model type | Nikon Coolpix S4300 | Olympus Stylus 7040 |
Alternate name | - | mju 7040 |
Class | Small Sensor Compact | Small Sensor Compact |
Revealed | 2012-02-01 | 2010-01-07 |
Physical type | Compact | Compact |
Sensor Information | ||
Processor Chip | - | TruePic III |
Sensor type | CCD | CCD |
Sensor size | 1/2.3" | 1/2.3" |
Sensor measurements | 6.17 x 4.55mm | 6.08 x 4.56mm |
Sensor surface area | 28.1mm² | 27.7mm² |
Sensor resolution | 16 megapixel | 14 megapixel |
Anti alias filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 4:3 and 16:9 | 4:3 and 16:9 |
Max resolution | 4608 x 3456 | 4288 x 3216 |
Max native ISO | 3200 | 1600 |
Minimum native ISO | 100 | 64 |
RAW pictures | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Manual focusing | ||
Touch to focus | ||
Continuous autofocus | ||
Single autofocus | ||
Autofocus tracking | ||
Selective autofocus | ||
Autofocus center weighted | ||
Autofocus multi area | ||
Autofocus live view | ||
Face detection autofocus | ||
Contract detection autofocus | ||
Phase detection autofocus | ||
Total focus points | 9 | - |
Lens | ||
Lens mount type | fixed lens | fixed lens |
Lens zoom range | 26-156mm (6.0x) | 28-196mm (7.0x) |
Largest aperture | f/3.5-6.5 | f/3.0-5.9 |
Macro focusing range | 5cm | 2cm |
Focal length multiplier | 5.8 | 5.9 |
Screen | ||
Screen type | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
Screen diagonal | 3 inch | 3 inch |
Screen resolution | 460k dots | 230k dots |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch friendly | ||
Screen tech | TFT-LCD with Anti-reflection coating | - |
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder type | None | None |
Features | ||
Minimum shutter speed | 4 seconds | 4 seconds |
Fastest shutter speed | 1/2000 seconds | 1/2000 seconds |
Continuous shutter rate | - | 1.0 frames/s |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Expose Manually | ||
Custom white balance | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Integrated flash | ||
Flash distance | - | 5.70 m |
Flash modes | Auto, On, Off, Red-Eye, Slow-sync | Auto, On, Off, Red-eye, Fill-in |
External flash | ||
AEB | ||
White balance bracketing | ||
Exposure | ||
Multisegment | ||
Average | ||
Spot | ||
Partial | ||
AF area | ||
Center weighted | ||
Video features | ||
Supported video resolutions | 1280 x 720p (30 fps), 640 x 480 (30fps) | 1280 x 720 (30 fps) 640 x 480 (30, 15 fps), 320 x 240 (30, 15 fps) |
Max video resolution | 1280x720 | 1280x720 |
Video file format | MPEG-4, H.264 | Motion JPEG |
Microphone port | ||
Headphone port | ||
Connectivity | ||
Wireless | None | None |
Bluetooth | ||
NFC | ||
HDMI | ||
USB | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) |
GPS | None | None |
Physical | ||
Environmental sealing | ||
Water proofing | ||
Dust proofing | ||
Shock proofing | ||
Crush proofing | ||
Freeze proofing | ||
Weight | 139g (0.31 pounds) | 144g (0.32 pounds) |
Dimensions | 96 x 59 x 21mm (3.8" x 2.3" x 0.8") | 95 x 56 x 26mm (3.7" x 2.2" x 1.0") |
DXO scores | ||
DXO Overall rating | not tested | not tested |
DXO Color Depth rating | not tested | not tested |
DXO Dynamic range rating | not tested | not tested |
DXO Low light rating | not tested | not tested |
Other | ||
Battery life | 180 photographs | - |
Battery type | Battery Pack | - |
Battery ID | EN-EL19 | - |
Self timer | Yes | Yes (2 or 12 seconds) |
Time lapse recording | ||
Storage type | SD/SDHC/SDXC | SC/SDHC, Internal |
Card slots | Single | Single |
Launch pricing | $119 | $299 |