Olympus FE-4000 vs Panasonic TS20
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![Olympus FE-4000 front Olympus FE-4000 front](https://pxlmag.com/db/images/cameras/gallery/medium/Olympus-FE-4000/Olympus-FE-4000-front.jpg)
![Panasonic Lumix DMC-TS20 front Panasonic Lumix DMC-TS20 front](https://pxlmag.com/db/images/cameras/gallery/medium/Panasonic-Lumix-DMC-TS20/Panasonic-TS20-front.jpg)
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Olympus FE-4000 vs Panasonic TS20 Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 12MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 2.7" Fixed Display
- ISO 100 - 1600
- 640 x 480 video
- 26-105mm (F2.6-5.9) lens
- 136g - 95 x 57 x 22mm
- Introduced July 2009
- Also referred to as X-925
(Full Review)
- 16MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 2.7" Fixed Display
- ISO 100 - 6400
- Optical Image Stabilization
- 1280 x 720 video
- 25-100mm (F3.9-5.7) lens
- 142g - 101 x 58 x 19mm
- Launched January 2012
- Alternative Name is Lumix DMC-FT20
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Olympus FE-4000 vs Panasonic TS20 Overview
Below is a comprehensive analysis of the Olympus FE-4000 versus Panasonic TS20, one being a Small Sensor Compact and the other is a Waterproof by companies Olympus and Panasonic. There is a huge difference among the sensor resolutions of the FE-4000 (12MP) and TS20 (16MP) but both cameras offer the same sensor dimensions (1/2.3").
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The FE-4000 was revealed 3 years before the TS20 and that is a fairly significant gap as far as camera tech is concerned. The two cameras have the same body design (Compact).
Before diving into a in-depth comparison, here is a simple summary of how the FE-4000 matches up vs the TS20 in the way of portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.
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Olympus FE-4000 vs Panasonic TS20 Gallery
Here is a sample of the gallery pictures for Olympus FE-4000 and Panasonic Lumix DMC-TS20. The full galleries are provided at Olympus FE-4000 Gallery and Panasonic TS20 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Olympus FE-4000 over the Panasonic TS20
FE-4000 | TS20 |
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Reasons to pick Panasonic TS20 over the Olympus FE-4000
TS20 | FE-4000 | |||
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Launched | January 2012 | ![]() | July 2009 | More recent by 30 months |
Common features in the Olympus FE-4000 and Panasonic TS20
FE-4000 | TS20 | |||
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Manual focus | ![]() | Lack of manual focusing | ||
Display type | Fixed | ![]() | Fixed | Fixed display |
Display dimensions | 2.7" | ![]() | 2.7" | Equal display sizing |
Display resolution | 230k | ![]() | 230k | Exact same display resolution |
Selfie screen | ![]() | Lack of selfie screen | ||
Touch display | ![]() | Lack of Touch display |
Olympus FE-4000 vs Panasonic TS20 Physical Comparison
For anybody who is looking to lug around your camera frequently, you will have to consider its weight and size. The Olympus FE-4000 features outer dimensions 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 TS20 has specifications of 101mm x 58mm x 19mm (4.0" x 2.3" x 0.7") and a weight of 142 grams (0.31 lbs).
Compare the Olympus FE-4000 versus Panasonic TS20 in the new Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.![Camera Size Comparison with Lenses Camera Size Comparison with Lenses](https://pxlmag.com/db/assets/camera-size-comparison-animation.gif)
Take into account, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will change based on the lens you are using at the time. Here is a front view measurement comparison of the FE-4000 compared to the TS20.
![Olympus FE-4000 vs Panasonic TS20 size comparison Olympus FE-4000 vs Panasonic TS20 size comparison](https://pxlmag.com/db/images/camera-compare/Olympus-FE-4000-vs-Panasonic-Lumix-DMC-TS20-size-comparison.jpg)
Taking into account size and weight, the portability grade of the FE-4000 and TS20 is 95 and 95 respectively.
![Olympus FE-4000 vs Panasonic TS20 top view buttons comparison Olympus FE-4000 vs Panasonic TS20 top view buttons comparison](https://pxlmag.com/db/images/camera-compare/Olympus-FE-4000-vs-Panasonic-Lumix-DMC-TS20-top-view-buttons-comparison.jpg)
Olympus FE-4000 vs Panasonic TS20 Sensor Comparison
Often, it is tough to imagine the difference in sensor measurements purely by checking out specifications. The graphic underneath may give you a clearer sense of the sensor sizes in the FE-4000 and TS20.
Plainly, each of the cameras have the same sensor dimensions but different MP. You should anticipate the Panasonic TS20 to produce more detail because of its extra 4 Megapixels. Greater resolution can also let you crop pics a bit more aggressively. The older FE-4000 will be behind when it comes to sensor innovation.
![Olympus FE-4000 vs Panasonic TS20 sensor size comparison Olympus FE-4000 vs Panasonic TS20 sensor size comparison](https://pxlmag.com/db/images/sensor-compare/Olympus-FE-4000-vs-Panasonic-Lumix-DMC-TS20-sensor-size-comparison.png)
Olympus FE-4000 vs Panasonic TS20 Screen and ViewFinder
![Olympus FE-4000 vs Panasonic TS20 Screen and Viewfinder comparison Olympus FE-4000 vs Panasonic TS20 Screen and Viewfinder comparison](https://pxlmag.com/db/images/camera-compare/Olympus-FE-4000-vs-Panasonic-Lumix-DMC-TS20-screen-back-comparison.jpg)
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Photography Type Scores
Portrait Comparison
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Street Comparison
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Sports Comparison
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Travel Comparison
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Landscape Comparison
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Vlogging Comparison
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Olympus FE-4000 vs Panasonic TS20 Specifications
Olympus FE-4000 | Panasonic Lumix DMC-TS20 | |
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General Information | ||
Make | Olympus | Panasonic |
Model | Olympus FE-4000 | Panasonic Lumix DMC-TS20 |
Also Known as | X-925 | Lumix DMC-FT20 |
Type | Small Sensor Compact | Waterproof |
Introduced | 2009-07-22 | 2012-01-31 |
Body design | Compact | Compact |
Sensor Information | ||
Processor | TruePic III | - |
Sensor type | CCD | 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 | 12MP | 16MP |
Anti aliasing filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 4:3 | 1:1, 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 |
Maximum resolution | 3968 x 2976 | 4608 x 3456 |
Maximum native ISO | 1600 | 6400 |
Lowest native ISO | 100 | 100 |
RAW data | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Manual focus | ||
Touch focus | ||
AF continuous | ||
Single AF | ||
Tracking AF | ||
Selective AF | ||
Center weighted AF | ||
Multi area AF | ||
AF live view | ||
Face detect AF | ||
Contract detect AF | ||
Phase detect AF | ||
Number of focus points | - | 23 |
Lens | ||
Lens mounting type | fixed lens | fixed lens |
Lens focal range | 26-105mm (4.0x) | 25-100mm (4.0x) |
Highest aperture | f/2.6-5.9 | f/3.9-5.7 |
Macro focus distance | 3cm | 5cm |
Crop factor | 5.8 | 5.9 |
Screen | ||
Range of display | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
Display diagonal | 2.7" | 2.7" |
Display resolution | 230 thousand dot | 230 thousand dot |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch friendly | ||
Display tech | - | TFT LCD |
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder | None | None |
Features | ||
Lowest shutter speed | 4 seconds | 8 seconds |
Highest shutter speed | 1/2000 seconds | 1/1300 seconds |
Continuous shooting speed | - | 1.0 frames per second |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Expose Manually | ||
Change WB | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Inbuilt flash | ||
Flash range | 4.00 m | 4.40 m |
Flash options | Auto, On, Off, Red-eye, Fill-in | Auto, On, Off, Red-eye, Slow Syncro |
Hot shoe | ||
AE bracketing | ||
WB 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 fps), 640 x 480 (30 fps) |
Maximum video resolution | 640x480 | 1280x720 |
Video data format | Motion JPEG | MPEG-4 |
Microphone 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 | 136g (0.30 lbs) | 142g (0.31 lbs) |
Physical dimensions | 95 x 57 x 22mm (3.7" x 2.2" x 0.9") | 101 x 58 x 19mm (4.0" x 2.3" x 0.7") |
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 | - | 250 photos |
Type of battery | - | Battery Pack |
Self timer | Yes (12 seconds) | Yes (2 or 10 sec) |
Time lapse shooting | ||
Type of storage | xD Picture Card, microSD Card, Internal | SD/SDHC/SDXC, Internal |
Storage slots | 1 | 1 |
Retail price | $130 | $179 |