Nikon S9300 vs Olympus FE-4030
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![Nikon Coolpix S9300 front Nikon Coolpix S9300 front](https://pxlmag.com/db/images/cameras/gallery/medium/Nikon-Coolpix-S9300/Nikon-S9300-front.jpg)
![Olympus FE-4030 front Olympus FE-4030 front](https://pxlmag.com/db/images/cameras/gallery/medium/Olympus-FE-4030/Olympus-FE-4030-front.jpg)
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Nikon S9300 vs Olympus FE-4030 Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 16MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 3" Fixed Screen
- ISO 125 - 3200
- Optical Image Stabilization
- 1/8000s Max Shutter
- 1920 x 1080 video
- 25-450mm (F3.5-5.9) lens
- 215g - 109 x 62 x 31mm
- Launched July 2012
- Old Model is Nikon S9100
- Later Model is Nikon S9500
(Full Review)
- 14MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 2.7" Fixed Screen
- ISO 64 - 1600
- 640 x 480 video
- 26-105mm (F2.6-5.9) lens
- 146g - 93 x 56 x 22mm
- Released January 2010
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Nikon S9300 vs Olympus FE-4030 Overview
Here, we will be contrasting the Nikon S9300 versus Olympus FE-4030, former is a Small Sensor Superzoom while the latter is a Small Sensor Compact by rivals Nikon and Olympus. The image resolution of the S9300 (16MP) and the FE-4030 (14MP) is pretty comparable and both cameras have the identical sensor sizes (1/2.3").
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The S9300 was announced 2 years after the FE-4030 which is a fairly large difference as far as camera technology is concerned. Each of the cameras feature the same body design (Compact).
Before going straight to a step-by-step comparison, here is a brief view of how the S9300 matches up vs the FE-4030 in relation to portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.
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Nikon S9300 vs Olympus FE-4030 Gallery
This is a preview of the gallery images for Nikon Coolpix S9300 & Olympus FE-4030. The whole galleries are provided at Nikon S9300 Gallery & Olympus FE-4030 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Nikon S9300 over the Olympus FE-4030
S9300 | FE-4030 | |||
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Released | July 2012 | ![]() | January 2010 | Newer by 31 months |
Screen size | 3" | ![]() | 2.7" | Bigger screen (+0.3") |
Screen resolution | 921k | ![]() | 230k | Crisper screen (+691k dot) |
Reasons to pick Olympus FE-4030 over the Nikon S9300
FE-4030 | S9300 |
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Common features in the Nikon S9300 and Olympus FE-4030
S9300 | FE-4030 | |||
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Manually focus | ![]() | Lack of manual focus | ||
Screen type | Fixed | ![]() | Fixed | Fixed screen |
Selfie screen | ![]() | Lack of selfie screen | ||
Touch screen | ![]() | Lack of Touch screen |
Nikon S9300 vs Olympus FE-4030 Physical Comparison
For anyone who is looking to travel with your camera regularly, you have to factor its weight and volume. The Nikon S9300 provides outer measurements of 109mm x 62mm x 31mm (4.3" x 2.4" x 1.2") with a weight of 215 grams (0.47 lbs) whilst the Olympus FE-4030 has sizing of 93mm x 56mm x 22mm (3.7" x 2.2" x 0.9") accompanied by a weight of 146 grams (0.32 lbs).
Analyze the Nikon S9300 versus Olympus FE-4030 in our newest 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)
Keep in mind, the weight of an ILC will differ based on the lens you have chosen during that time. Underneath is a front view size comparison of the S9300 compared to the FE-4030.
![Nikon S9300 vs Olympus FE-4030 size comparison Nikon S9300 vs Olympus FE-4030 size comparison](https://pxlmag.com/db/images/camera-compare/Nikon-Coolpix-S9300-vs-Olympus-FE-4030-size-comparison.jpg)
Looking at dimensions and weight, the portability rating of the S9300 and FE-4030 is 91 and 95 respectively.
![Nikon S9300 vs Olympus FE-4030 top view buttons comparison Nikon S9300 vs Olympus FE-4030 top view buttons comparison](https://pxlmag.com/db/images/camera-compare/Nikon-Coolpix-S9300-vs-Olympus-FE-4030-top-view-buttons-comparison.jpg)
Nikon S9300 vs Olympus FE-4030 Sensor Comparison
Normally, it is very hard to envision the difference in sensor dimensions purely by checking out technical specs. The picture underneath will give you a far better sense of the sensor sizing in the S9300 and FE-4030.
As you have seen, both of those cameras feature the identical sensor size albeit not the same MP. You can expect the Nikon S9300 to produce greater detail with its extra 2 Megapixels. Higher resolution will help you crop photographs way more aggressively. The newer S9300 will have an edge when it comes to sensor tech.
![Nikon S9300 vs Olympus FE-4030 sensor size comparison Nikon S9300 vs Olympus FE-4030 sensor size comparison](https://pxlmag.com/db/images/sensor-compare/Nikon-Coolpix-S9300-vs-Olympus-FE-4030-sensor-size-comparison.png)
Nikon S9300 vs Olympus FE-4030 Screen and ViewFinder
![Nikon S9300 vs Olympus FE-4030 Screen and Viewfinder comparison Nikon S9300 vs Olympus FE-4030 Screen and Viewfinder comparison](https://pxlmag.com/db/images/camera-compare/Nikon-Coolpix-S9300-vs-Olympus-FE-4030-screen-back-comparison.jpg)
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Nikon S9300 vs Olympus FE-4030 Specifications
Nikon Coolpix S9300 | Olympus FE-4030 | |
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General Information | ||
Brand Name | Nikon | Olympus |
Model | Nikon Coolpix S9300 | Olympus FE-4030 |
Category | Small Sensor Superzoom | Small Sensor Compact |
Launched | 2012-07-16 | 2010-01-07 |
Body design | Compact | Compact |
Sensor Information | ||
Processor | - | TruePic III |
Sensor type | BSI-CMOS | CCD |
Sensor size | 1/2.3" | 1/2.3" |
Sensor measurements | 6.17 x 4.55mm | 6.08 x 4.56mm |
Sensor area | 28.1mm² | 27.7mm² |
Sensor resolution | 16MP | 14MP |
Anti aliasing filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 4:3 and 16:9 | 4:3 and 16:9 |
Highest resolution | 4608 x 3456 | 4288 x 3216 |
Highest native ISO | 3200 | 1600 |
Min native ISO | 125 | 64 |
RAW support | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Manual focus | ||
AF touch | ||
AF continuous | ||
Single AF | ||
AF tracking | ||
Selective AF | ||
AF center weighted | ||
Multi area AF | ||
AF live view | ||
Face detection focusing | ||
Contract detection focusing | ||
Phase detection focusing | ||
Cross focus points | - | - |
Lens | ||
Lens mounting type | fixed lens | fixed lens |
Lens focal range | 25-450mm (18.0x) | 26-105mm (4.0x) |
Highest aperture | f/3.5-5.9 | f/2.6-5.9 |
Macro focus distance | 4cm | 4cm |
Focal length multiplier | 5.8 | 5.9 |
Screen | ||
Screen type | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
Screen diagonal | 3 inches | 2.7 inches |
Resolution of screen | 921k dot | 230k dot |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch functionality | ||
Screen tech | TFT-LCD with Anti-reflection coating | - |
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder type | None | None |
Features | ||
Lowest shutter speed | 30 seconds | 4 seconds |
Highest shutter speed | 1/8000 seconds | 1/2000 seconds |
Continuous shooting speed | 6.9 frames/s | - |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Manually set exposure | ||
Set WB | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Integrated flash | ||
Flash range | - | 5.80 m |
Flash modes | Auto, On, Off, Red-Eye, Slow-sync | Auto, On, Off, Red-eye, Fill-in |
Hot shoe | ||
AEB | ||
WB bracketing | ||
Exposure | ||
Multisegment | ||
Average | ||
Spot | ||
Partial | ||
AF area | ||
Center weighted | ||
Video features | ||
Video resolutions | 1920 x 1080 (30fps), 1280 x 720p (30 fps), 640 x 480 (30fps) | 640 x 480 (30 fps), 320 x 240 (30 fps) |
Highest video resolution | 1920x1080 | 640x480 |
Video format | MPEG-4, H.264 | Motion JPEG |
Microphone jack | ||
Headphone jack | ||
Connectivity | ||
Wireless | None | None |
Bluetooth | ||
NFC | ||
HDMI | ||
USB | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) |
GPS | BuiltIn | None |
Physical | ||
Environmental seal | ||
Water proof | ||
Dust proof | ||
Shock proof | ||
Crush proof | ||
Freeze proof | ||
Weight | 215 grams (0.47 lb) | 146 grams (0.32 lb) |
Physical dimensions | 109 x 62 x 31mm (4.3" x 2.4" x 1.2") | 93 x 56 x 22mm (3.7" x 2.2" x 0.9") |
DXO scores | ||
DXO All around score | not tested | not tested |
DXO Color Depth score | not tested | not tested |
DXO Dynamic range score | not tested | not tested |
DXO Low light score | not tested | not tested |
Other | ||
Battery life | 200 pictures | - |
Type of battery | Battery Pack | - |
Battery model | EN-EL12 | - |
Self timer | Yes | Yes (2 or 12 seconds) |
Time lapse recording | ||
Type of storage | SD/SDHC/SDXC | SD/SDHC, Internal |
Storage slots | One | One |
Cost at launch | $249 | $130 |