Olympus FE-4000 vs Panasonic FH7
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Olympus FE-4000 vs Panasonic FH7 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
- Other Name is X-925
(Full Review)
- 16MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 3" Fixed Display
- ISO 100 - 6400
- Optical Image Stabilization
- 1280 x 720 video
- 28-112mm (F3.1-6.5) lens
- 126g - 95 x 56 x 19mm
- Launched September 2011
- Alternate Name is Lumix DMC-FS22
Olympus FE-4000 vs Panasonic FH7 Overview
The following is a in depth comparison of the Olympus FE-4000 and Panasonic FH7, both Small Sensor Compact digital cameras by companies Olympus and Panasonic. There is a big difference between the resolutions of the FE-4000 (12MP) and FH7 (16MP) but both cameras have the same sensor size (1/2.3").
Pentax 17 Pre-Orders Outperform Expectations by a LandslideThe FE-4000 was announced 3 years before the FH7 which is quite a big gap as far as tech is concerned. Each of these cameras have the same body design (Compact).
Before getting straight to a step-by-step comparison, here is a brief synopsis of how the FE-4000 grades versus the FH7 with regard to portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.
Olympus FE-4000 vs Panasonic FH7 Gallery
The following is a sample of the gallery pics for Olympus FE-4000 and Panasonic Lumix DMC-FH7. The whole galleries are provided at Olympus FE-4000 Gallery and Panasonic FH7 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Olympus FE-4000 over the Panasonic FH7
FE-4000 | FH7 |
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Reasons to pick Panasonic FH7 over the Olympus FE-4000
FH7 | FE-4000 | |||
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Launched | September 2011 | July 2009 | Newer by 25 months | |
Display dimensions | 3" | 2.7" | Larger display (+0.3") | |
Touch friendly display | Easily navigate |
Common features in the Olympus FE-4000 and Panasonic FH7
FE-4000 | FH7 | |||
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Manual focus | No manual focus | |||
Display type | Fixed | Fixed | Fixed display | |
Display resolution | 230k | 230k | Same display resolution | |
Selfie screen | Neither features selfie screen |
Olympus FE-4000 vs Panasonic FH7 Physical Comparison
When you are intending to travel with your camera often, you will want to consider its weight and dimensions. The Olympus FE-4000 enjoys exterior measurements of 95mm x 57mm x 22mm (3.7" x 2.2" x 0.9") accompanied by a weight of 136 grams (0.30 lbs) whilst the Panasonic FH7 has dimensions of 95mm x 56mm x 19mm (3.7" x 2.2" x 0.7") along with a weight of 126 grams (0.28 lbs).
Look at the Olympus FE-4000 and Panasonic FH7 in the all new Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.Do not forget, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will vary based on the lens you are utilizing at the time. Below is a front view over all size comparison of the FE-4000 against the FH7.
Looking at size and weight, the portability score of the FE-4000 and FH7 is 95 and 96 respectively.
Olympus FE-4000 vs Panasonic FH7 Sensor Comparison
Generally, its difficult to envision the difference between sensor dimensions merely by looking at specs. The image here might provide you a more clear sense of the sensor measurements in the FE-4000 and FH7.
All in all, the 2 cameras have the same sensor dimensions but not the same MP. You should expect to see the Panasonic FH7 to give you more detail with its extra 4MP. Greater resolution will make it easier to crop pics a bit more aggressively. The more aged FE-4000 is going to be behind in sensor technology.
Olympus FE-4000 vs Panasonic FH7 Screen and ViewFinder
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Olympus FE-4000 vs Panasonic FH7 Specifications
Olympus FE-4000 | Panasonic Lumix DMC-FH7 | |
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General Information | ||
Brand | Olympus | Panasonic |
Model | Olympus FE-4000 | Panasonic Lumix DMC-FH7 |
Also called | X-925 | Lumix DMC-FS22 |
Type | Small Sensor Compact | Small Sensor Compact |
Released | 2009-07-22 | 2011-09-07 |
Body design | Compact | Compact |
Sensor Information | ||
Processor Chip | TruePic III | Venus Engine IV |
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 | 16 megapixels |
Anti aliasing filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 4:3 | 1:1, 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 |
Highest Possible resolution | 3968 x 2976 | 4608 x 3456 |
Maximum native ISO | 1600 | 6400 |
Minimum native ISO | 100 | 100 |
RAW data | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Manual focus | ||
Touch to focus | ||
Continuous autofocus | ||
Single autofocus | ||
Tracking autofocus | ||
Autofocus selectice | ||
Autofocus center weighted | ||
Autofocus multi area | ||
Live view autofocus | ||
Face detection autofocus | ||
Contract detection autofocus | ||
Phase detection autofocus | ||
Number of focus points | - | 11 |
Lens | ||
Lens mounting type | fixed lens | fixed lens |
Lens focal range | 26-105mm (4.0x) | 28-112mm (4.0x) |
Max aperture | f/2.6-5.9 | f/3.1-6.5 |
Macro focus range | 3cm | 5cm |
Crop factor | 5.8 | 5.9 |
Screen | ||
Range of screen | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
Screen sizing | 2.7 inch | 3 inch |
Screen resolution | 230k dot | 230k dot |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch functionality | ||
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder type | None | None |
Features | ||
Min shutter speed | 4 secs | 60 secs |
Max shutter speed | 1/2000 secs | 1/1600 secs |
Continuous shutter speed | - | 4.0fps |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Manually set exposure | ||
Change white balance | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Integrated flash | ||
Flash range | 4.00 m | 3.30 m |
Flash settings | Auto, On, Off, Red-eye, Fill-in | Auto, On, Off, Red-Eye reduction |
External flash | ||
AEB | ||
White balance bracketing | ||
Exposure | ||
Multisegment | ||
Average | ||
Spot | ||
Partial | ||
AF area | ||
Center weighted | ||
Video features | ||
Supported video resolutions | 640 x 480 (30, 15 fps), 320 x 240 (30, 15 fps) | 1280 x 720 (30 fps), 640 x 480 (30 fps), 320 x 240 (30 fps) |
Maximum video resolution | 640x480 | 1280x720 |
Video format | Motion JPEG | Motion JPEG |
Mic input | ||
Headphone input | ||
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 seal | ||
Water proof | ||
Dust proof | ||
Shock proof | ||
Crush proof | ||
Freeze proof | ||
Weight | 136 grams (0.30 lb) | 126 grams (0.28 lb) |
Physical dimensions | 95 x 57 x 22mm (3.7" x 2.2" x 0.9") | 95 x 56 x 19mm (3.7" x 2.2" x 0.7") |
DXO scores | ||
DXO Overall 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 | - | 260 shots |
Battery format | - | Battery Pack |
Self timer | Yes (12 seconds) | Yes (2 or 10 sec) |
Time lapse shooting | ||
Storage media | xD Picture Card, microSD Card, Internal | SD/SDHC/SDXC, Internal |
Storage slots | One | One |
Launch price | $130 | $149 |