Olympus FE-4000 vs Panasonic FS7

In this article, we will be contrasting the Olympus FE-4000 versus Panasonic FS7, one being a Small Sensor Compact and the latter is a Ultracompact by companies Olympus and Panasonic. The resolution of the FE-4000 (12MP) and the FS7 (10MP) is pretty comparable but the FE-4000 (1/2.3") and FS7 (1/2.5") possess totally different sensor dimensions.

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The FE-4000 was unveiled 7 months later than the FS7 so they are both of a similar generation. Both the cameras offer different body type with the Olympus FE-4000 being a Compact camera and the Panasonic FS7 being a Ultracompact camera.

Before going through a in-depth comparison, below is a short introduction of how the FE-4000 scores against the FS7 in relation to portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

The following is a preview of the gallery images for Olympus FE-4000 and Panasonic Lumix DMC-FS7. The full galleries are available at Olympus FE-4000 Gallery and Panasonic FS7 Gallery.

If you are aiming to carry your camera frequently, you will have to consider its weight and size. The Olympus FE-4000 provides exterior measurements of 95mm x 57mm x 22mm (3.7" x 2.2" x 0.9") having a weight of 136 grams (0.30 lbs) whilst the Panasonic FS7 has specifications of 97mm x 54mm x 22mm (3.8" x 2.1" x 0.9") having a weight of 139 grams (0.31 lbs).

Look at the Olympus FE-4000 versus Panasonic FS7 in the new Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Bear in mind, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will vary depending on the lens you use during that time. Here is the front view scale comparison of the FE-4000 vs the FS7.

Taking into consideration size and weight, the portability rating of the FE-4000 and FS7 is 95 and 95 respectively.

Oftentimes, it is tough to envision the contrast in sensor sizing simply by seeing specs. The photograph here should offer you a stronger sense of the sensor measurements in the FE-4000 and FS7.

As you can plainly see, both of these cameras offer different megapixels and different sensor sizing. The FE-4000 using its bigger sensor will make getting shallower depth of field easier and the Olympus FE-4000 will provide extra detail having an extra 2MP. Higher resolution will also help you crop pictures a little more aggressively. The younger FE-4000 is going to have an edge with regard to sensor technology.