Olympus FE-4000 vs Olympus VG-160
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Olympus FE-4000 vs Olympus VG-160 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
- Launched July 2009
- Also Known as X-925
(Full Review)
- 14MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 3" Fixed Display
- ISO 80 - 1600
- 1280 x 720 video
- 26-130mm (F2.8-6.5) lens
- 125g - 96 x 57 x 19mm
- Introduced January 2012

Olympus FE-4000 vs Olympus VG-160 Overview
Below, we are matching up the Olympus FE-4000 vs Olympus VG-160, both Small Sensor Compact cameras and both of them are sold by Olympus. The image resolution of the FE-4000 (12MP) and the VG-160 (14MP) is very comparable and they enjoy the exact same sensor measurements (1/2.3").

The FE-4000 was launched 3 years earlier than the VG-160 which is a fairly large difference as far as camera tech is concerned. Both cameras come with the identical body type (Compact).
Before we go through a detailed comparison, below is a quick summary of how the FE-4000 matches up against the VG-160 when considering portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.

Olympus FE-4000 vs Olympus VG-160 Gallery
This is a sample of the gallery pics for Olympus FE-4000 & Olympus VG-160. The complete galleries are viewable at Olympus FE-4000 Gallery & Olympus VG-160 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Olympus FE-4000 over the Olympus VG-160
FE-4000 | VG-160 |
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Reasons to pick Olympus VG-160 over the Olympus FE-4000
VG-160 | FE-4000 | |||
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Introduced | January 2012 | ![]() | July 2009 | Newer by 30 months |
Display dimension | 3" | ![]() | 2.7" | Larger display (+0.3") |
Common features in the Olympus FE-4000 and Olympus VG-160
FE-4000 | VG-160 | |||
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Manually focus | ![]() | Lack of manual focus | ||
Display type | Fixed | ![]() | Fixed | Fixed display |
Display resolution | 230k | ![]() | 230k | The same display resolution |
Selfie screen | ![]() | Neither provides selfie screen | ||
Touch display | ![]() | Neither provides Touch display |
Olympus FE-4000 vs Olympus VG-160 Physical Comparison
For anybody who is planning to travel with your camera frequently, you will need to factor its weight and proportions. The Olympus FE-4000 provides physical measurements of 95mm x 57mm x 22mm (3.7" x 2.2" x 0.9") along with a weight of 136 grams (0.30 lbs) whilst the Olympus VG-160 has measurements of 96mm x 57mm x 19mm (3.8" x 2.2" x 0.7") accompanied by a weight of 125 grams (0.28 lbs).
Compare the Olympus FE-4000 vs Olympus VG-160 in our brand new Camera & Lens Size Comparison Tool.
Always remember, the weight of an ILC will change based on the lens you are using at the time. Underneath is the front view overall size comparison of the FE-4000 compared to the VG-160.

Using size and weight, the portability rating of the FE-4000 and VG-160 is 95 and 96 respectively.

Olympus FE-4000 vs Olympus VG-160 Sensor Comparison
In many cases, its tough to envision the gap in sensor dimensions just by seeing specifications. The pic below might offer you a far better sense of the sensor measurements in the FE-4000 and VG-160.
Plainly, the two cameras posses the exact same sensor measurements but not the same megapixels. You can expect to see the Olympus VG-160 to show more detail utilizing its extra 2 Megapixels. Greater resolution can also allow you to crop photos somewhat more aggressively. The more aged FE-4000 will be behind when it comes to sensor technology.

Olympus FE-4000 vs Olympus VG-160 Screen and ViewFinder


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Olympus FE-4000 vs Olympus VG-160 Specifications
Olympus FE-4000 | Olympus VG-160 | |
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General Information | ||
Brand Name | Olympus | Olympus |
Model type | Olympus FE-4000 | Olympus VG-160 |
Also called | X-925 | - |
Category | Small Sensor Compact | Small Sensor Compact |
Launched | 2009-07-22 | 2012-01-10 |
Body design | Compact | Compact |
Sensor Information | ||
Powered by | TruePic III | - |
Sensor type | CCD | CCD |
Sensor size | 1/2.3" | 1/2.3" |
Sensor measurements | 6.17 x 4.55mm | 6.17 x 4.55mm |
Sensor area | 28.1mm² | 28.1mm² |
Sensor resolution | 12 megapixels | 14 megapixels |
Anti alias filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 4:3 | 4:3 |
Maximum resolution | 3968 x 2976 | 4288 x 3216 |
Maximum native ISO | 1600 | 1600 |
Min native ISO | 100 | 80 |
RAW format | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Focus manually | ||
AF touch | ||
Continuous AF | ||
AF single | ||
AF tracking | ||
Selective AF | ||
AF center weighted | ||
AF multi area | ||
AF live view | ||
Face detection AF | ||
Contract detection AF | ||
Phase detection AF | ||
Cross type focus points | - | - |
Lens | ||
Lens mount type | fixed lens | fixed lens |
Lens zoom range | 26-105mm (4.0x) | 26-130mm (5.0x) |
Maximum aperture | f/2.6-5.9 | f/2.8-6.5 |
Macro focusing distance | 3cm | 7cm |
Focal length multiplier | 5.8 | 5.8 |
Screen | ||
Screen type | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
Screen sizing | 2.7 inch | 3 inch |
Resolution of screen | 230k dot | 230k dot |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch function | ||
Screen tech | - | TFT Color LCD |
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder | None | None |
Features | ||
Lowest shutter speed | 4s | 4s |
Highest shutter speed | 1/2000s | 1/2000s |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Manually set exposure | ||
Set WB | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Integrated flash | ||
Flash distance | 4.00 m | 4.80 m |
Flash options | Auto, On, Off, Red-eye, Fill-in | Auto, On, Off, Red-Eye, Fill-in |
External flash | ||
AE bracketing | ||
White balance bracketing | ||
Exposure | ||
Multisegment | ||
Average | ||
Spot | ||
Partial | ||
AF area | ||
Center weighted | ||
Video features | ||
Video resolutions | 640 x 480 (30, 15 fps), 320 x 240 (30, 15 fps) | 1280 x 720 (30,15 fps), 640 x 480 (30, 15 fps), 320 x 180 (30,15 fps) |
Maximum video resolution | 640x480 | 1280x720 |
Video format | Motion JPEG | 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 | None | None |
Physical | ||
Environmental seal | ||
Water proofing | ||
Dust proofing | ||
Shock proofing | ||
Crush proofing | ||
Freeze proofing | ||
Weight | 136g (0.30 lb) | 125g (0.28 lb) |
Dimensions | 95 x 57 x 22mm (3.7" x 2.2" x 0.9") | 96 x 57 x 19mm (3.8" x 2.2" x 0.7") |
DXO scores | ||
DXO All around 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 | - | 165 photos |
Battery form | - | Battery Pack |
Battery ID | - | LI-70B |
Self timer | Yes (12 seconds) | Yes (2 or 12 sec) |
Time lapse recording | ||
Type of storage | xD Picture Card, microSD Card, Internal | SD/SDHC |
Storage slots | Single | Single |
Launch pricing | $130 | $90 |