Olympus FE-4000 vs Olympus 7000
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Olympus FE-4000 vs Olympus 7000 Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 12MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 2.7" Fixed Screen
- ISO 100 - 1600
- 640 x 480 video
- 26-105mm (F2.6-5.9) lens
- 136g - 95 x 57 x 22mm
- Released July 2009
- Alternate Name is X-925
(Full Review)
- 12MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 3" Fixed Screen
- ISO 50 - 1600
- Sensor-shift Image Stabilization
- 640 x 480 video
- 37-260mm (F3.5-5.3) lens
- 172g - 96 x 56 x 25mm
- Released January 2009
- Alternate Name is mju 7000
Olympus FE-4000 vs Olympus 7000 Overview
Lets examine more closely at the Olympus FE-4000 vs Olympus 7000, both Small Sensor Compact digital cameras and both of them are created by Olympus. The resolution of the FE-4000 (12MP) and the 7000 (12MP) is pretty similar and they enjoy the same exact sensor size (1/2.3").
Photography GlossaryThe FE-4000 was unveiled 7 months after the 7000 which means that they are of a similar generation. Both cameras offer the identical body type (Compact).
Before getting in to a step-by-step comparison, below is a brief highlight of how the FE-4000 grades versus the 7000 for portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.
Olympus FE-4000 vs Olympus 7000 Gallery
This is a preview of the gallery images for Olympus FE-4000 and Olympus Stylus 7000. The full galleries are viewable at Olympus FE-4000 Gallery and Olympus 7000 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Olympus FE-4000 over the Olympus 7000
FE-4000 | 7000 | |||
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Released | July 2009 | January 2009 | Newer by 7 months |
Reasons to pick Olympus 7000 over the Olympus FE-4000
7000 | FE-4000 | |||
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Screen sizing | 3" | 2.7" | Bigger screen (+0.3") |
Common features in the Olympus FE-4000 and Olympus 7000
FE-4000 | 7000 | |||
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Focus manually | No manual focus | |||
Screen type | Fixed | Fixed | Fixed screen | |
Screen resolution | 230k | 230k | Identical screen resolution | |
Selfie screen | Lacking selfie screen | |||
Touch screen | Lacking Touch screen |
Olympus FE-4000 vs Olympus 7000 Physical Comparison
For anyone who is looking to travel with your camera, you need to think about its weight and proportions. The Olympus FE-4000 features physical dimensions of 95mm x 57mm x 22mm (3.7" x 2.2" x 0.9") with a weight of 136 grams (0.30 lbs) whilst the Olympus 7000 has measurements of 96mm x 56mm x 25mm (3.8" x 2.2" x 1.0") with a weight of 172 grams (0.38 lbs).
See the Olympus FE-4000 vs Olympus 7000 in the new Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.Keep in mind, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will vary depending on the lens you have chosen at that moment. Below is the front view measurement comparison of the FE-4000 and the 7000.
Considering size and weight, the portability score of the FE-4000 and 7000 is 95 and 94 respectively.
Olympus FE-4000 vs Olympus 7000 Sensor Comparison
Usually, it can be difficult to visualise the difference between sensor dimensions only by reviewing technical specs. The picture underneath will help offer you a stronger sense of the sensor sizes in the FE-4000 and 7000.
As you have seen, the two cameras enjoy the same exact sensor sizing and the exact same resolution therefore you should expect similar quality of photos although you may want to factor the release date of the products into consideration. The fresher FE-4000 will have an edge when it comes to sensor tech.
Olympus FE-4000 vs Olympus 7000 Screen and ViewFinder
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Olympus FE-4000 vs Olympus 7000 Specifications
Olympus FE-4000 | Olympus Stylus 7000 | |
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General Information | ||
Make | Olympus | Olympus |
Model | Olympus FE-4000 | Olympus Stylus 7000 |
Alternative name | X-925 | mju 7000 |
Class | Small Sensor Compact | Small Sensor Compact |
Released | 2009-07-22 | 2009-01-07 |
Physical type | Compact | Compact |
Sensor Information | ||
Processor Chip | TruePic III | - |
Sensor type | CCD | CCD |
Sensor size | 1/2.3" | 1/2.3" |
Sensor dimensions | 6.17 x 4.55mm | 6.08 x 4.56mm |
Sensor area | 28.1mm² | 27.7mm² |
Sensor resolution | 12 megapixels | 12 megapixels |
Anti aliasing filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 4:3 | 16:9, 4:3 and 3:2 |
Full resolution | 3968 x 2976 | 3968 x 2976 |
Max native ISO | 1600 | 1600 |
Lowest native ISO | 100 | 50 |
RAW pictures | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Manual focus | ||
AF touch | ||
Continuous AF | ||
Single AF | ||
Tracking AF | ||
Selective AF | ||
Center weighted AF | ||
AF multi area | ||
AF live view | ||
Face detection AF | ||
Contract detection AF | ||
Phase detection AF | ||
Lens | ||
Lens mount | fixed lens | fixed lens |
Lens focal range | 26-105mm (4.0x) | 37-260mm (7.0x) |
Maximum aperture | f/2.6-5.9 | f/3.5-5.3 |
Macro focus distance | 3cm | 2cm |
Crop factor | 5.8 | 5.9 |
Screen | ||
Type of screen | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
Screen size | 2.7" | 3" |
Screen resolution | 230k dots | 230k dots |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch functionality | ||
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder type | None | None |
Features | ||
Slowest shutter speed | 4 seconds | 4 seconds |
Maximum shutter speed | 1/2000 seconds | 1/2000 seconds |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Manual mode | ||
Custom WB | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Built-in flash | ||
Flash range | 4.00 m | 4.80 m |
Flash options | Auto, On, Off, Red-eye, Fill-in | Auto, Fill-in, Red-Eye reduction, Off, On |
Hot shoe | ||
AEB | ||
White balance bracketing | ||
Exposure | ||
Multisegment metering | ||
Average metering | ||
Spot metering | ||
Partial metering | ||
AF area metering | ||
Center weighted metering | ||
Video features | ||
Supported video resolutions | 640 x 480 (30, 15 fps), 320 x 240 (30, 15 fps) | 640 x 480 (30, 15 fps), 320 x 240 (30, 15 fps) |
Max video resolution | 640x480 | 640x480 |
Video data format | Motion JPEG | Motion JPEG |
Mic support | ||
Headphone support | ||
Connectivity | ||
Wireless | None | None |
Bluetooth | ||
NFC | ||
HDMI | ||
USB | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) |
GPS | None | None |
Physical | ||
Environment sealing | ||
Water proof | ||
Dust proof | ||
Shock proof | ||
Crush proof | ||
Freeze proof | ||
Weight | 136 gr (0.30 pounds) | 172 gr (0.38 pounds) |
Dimensions | 95 x 57 x 22mm (3.7" x 2.2" x 0.9") | 96 x 56 x 25mm (3.8" x 2.2" x 1.0") |
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 | ||
Self timer | Yes (12 seconds) | Yes (12 seconds) |
Time lapse shooting | ||
Storage type | xD Picture Card, microSD Card, Internal | xD Picture Card, microSD Card, Internal |
Card slots | Single | Single |
Pricing at launch | $130 | $280 |