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Olympus FE-4000 vs Panasonic ZS10

Portability
95
Imaging
35
Features
17
Overall
27
Olympus FE-4000 front
 
Panasonic Lumix DMC-ZS10 front
Portability
91
Imaging
37
Features
46
Overall
40

Olympus FE-4000 vs Panasonic ZS10 Key Specs

Olympus FE-4000
(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
  • Additionally referred to as X-925
Panasonic ZS10
(Full Review)
  • 14MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
  • 3" Fixed Screen
  • ISO 80 - 6400
  • Optical Image Stabilization
  • 1920 x 1080 video
  • 24-384mm (F3.3-5.9) lens
  • 219g - 105 x 58 x 33mm
  • Announced January 2011
  • Alternative Name is Lumix DMC-TZ20 / Lumix DMC-TZ22
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Olympus FE-4000 vs Panasonic ZS10 Overview

Let's look more in depth at the Olympus FE-4000 versus Panasonic ZS10, one being a Small Sensor Compact and the latter is a Small Sensor Superzoom by companies Olympus and Panasonic. The resolution of the FE-4000 (12MP) and the ZS10 (14MP) is relatively comparable and both cameras have the identical sensor size (1/2.3").

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The FE-4000 was introduced 18 months before the ZS10 which makes them a generation apart from each other. Both of the cameras feature the same body design (Compact).

Before we go straight to a step-by-step comparison, here is a short synopsis of how the FE-4000 matches up versus the ZS10 with regards to portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

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Reasons to pick Olympus FE-4000 over the Panasonic ZS10

 FE-4000 ZS10 

Reasons to pick Panasonic ZS10 over the Olympus FE-4000

 ZS10 FE-4000 
AnnouncedJanuary 2011July 2009Fresher by 18 months
Screen size3"2.7"Bigger screen (+0.3")
Screen resolution460k230kClearer screen (+230k dot)
Touch screen Quickly navigate

Common features in the Olympus FE-4000 and Panasonic ZS10

 FE-4000 ZS10 
Manually focus Lack of manual focusing
Screen typeFixed Fixed Fixed screen
Selfie screen Missing selfie screen

Olympus FE-4000 vs Panasonic ZS10 Physical Comparison

For anyone who is planning to carry your camera, you have to factor in its weight and size. The Olympus FE-4000 has physical dimensions of 95mm x 57mm x 22mm (3.7" x 2.2" x 0.9") and a weight of 136 grams (0.30 lbs) whilst the Panasonic ZS10 has specifications of 105mm x 58mm x 33mm (4.1" x 2.3" x 1.3") having a weight of 219 grams (0.48 lbs).

Contrast the Olympus FE-4000 versus Panasonic ZS10 in the latest Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool. Camera Size Comparison with Lenses

Take into consideration, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will vary depending on the lens you are utilizing during that time. Following is a front view sizing comparison of the FE-4000 and the ZS10.

Olympus FE-4000 vs Panasonic ZS10 size comparison

Taking into account size and weight, the portability score of the FE-4000 and ZS10 is 95 and 91 respectively.

Olympus FE-4000 vs Panasonic ZS10 top view buttons comparison

Olympus FE-4000 vs Panasonic ZS10 Sensor Comparison

Oftentimes, it's hard to see the difference in sensor sizing just by seeing specifications. The graphic below will help provide you a clearer sense of the sensor dimensions in the FE-4000 and ZS10.

Plainly, both of those cameras feature the identical sensor size albeit not the same resolution. You should count on the Panasonic ZS10 to provide more detail using its extra 2 Megapixels. Higher resolution will also allow you to crop pictures way more aggressively. The older FE-4000 will be behind when it comes to sensor tech.

Olympus FE-4000 vs Panasonic ZS10 sensor size comparison

Olympus FE-4000 vs Panasonic ZS10 Screen and ViewFinder

Olympus FE-4000 vs Panasonic ZS10 Screen and Viewfinder comparison
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Photography Type Scores

Portrait Comparison

Olympus FE-4000 as a Portrait photography camera
Panasonic ZS10 as a Portrait photography camera
21
no manual focus
manual exposure not possible
no external flash support
low MP (12 megapixels)
sensor is small (1/2.3")
has no RAW support
30
decent MP (14 megapixels)
no manual focus
cannot use external flash
small sensor (1/2.3")
lacks RAW support
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Street Comparison

Olympus FE-4000 Street photography advice
Panasonic ZS10 Street photography advice
55
lighter than average in class (136 grams)
screen is fixed
does not have image stabilization
sensor is small (1/2.3")
has no RAW support
65
has image stabilization (Optical)
includes focus via touch
lighter than competitors in class (219g)
screen does not articulate
small sensor (1/2.3")
lacks RAW support
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Sports Comparison

Olympus FE-4000 Sports photography info
Panasonic ZS10 Sports photography info
17
no shutter priority mode
does not have image stabilization
low MP (12MP)
sensor is small (1/2.3")
has no phase detect auto focus
47
amazing zoom range (24-384mm 16.0 x zoom)
has image stabilization (Optical)
decent MP (14MP)
supports tracking autofocus
small sensor (1/2.3")
terrible battery pack (260 per charge)
lacks phase detect autofocus
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Travel Comparison

Olympus FE-4000 as a Travel photography camera
Panasonic ZS10 as a Travel photography camera
62
lighter than average in class (136 grams)
has built in flash
rather wide (26mm)
does not have Time Lapse recording
low MP (12MP)
screen isn't selfie friendly
slow maximum aperture (f2.6)
67
lighter than competitors in class (219g)
includes focus via touch
decent MP (14 megapixels)
has built in flash
reasonably wide (24mm)
great zoom (384mm)
missing Time Lapse mode
terrible battery pack (260 per charge)
does not offer selfie friendly screen
sluggish maximum aperture (f3.3)
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Landscape Comparison

Olympus FE-4000 Landscape photography highlights
Panasonic ZS10 Landscape photography highlights
28
rather wide (26mm)
no manual focus
lens is fixed (fixed lens mount)
slow maximum aperture (f2.6)
screen is small (2.7 inches)
manual exposure not possible
does not have image stabilization
low MP (12 megapixels)
sensor is small (1/2.3")
has no RAW support
does not have Time Lapse recording
42
reasonably wide (24mm)
screen size is decent (3")
has image stabilization (Optical)
decent MP (14MP)
no manual focus
lens is fixed (fixed lens mount)
sluggish maximum aperture (f3.3)
small sensor (1/2.3")
lacks RAW support
terrible battery pack (260 per charge)
missing Time Lapse mode
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Vlogging Comparison

Olympus FE-4000 Vlogging info
Panasonic ZS10 Vlogging info
28
rather wide (26mm)
lighter than average in class (136 grams)
slow maximum aperture (f2.6)
screen isn't selfie friendly
does not have image stabilization
low video resolution (640 x 480 resolution)
does not have mic socket
34
reasonably wide (24mm)
built-in touchscreen
has image stabilization (Optical)
high res video (1920 x 1080 pixels)
lighter than competitors in class (219g)
sluggish maximum aperture (f3.3)
does not offer selfie friendly screen
missing external mic socket
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Olympus FE-4000 vs Panasonic ZS10 Specifications

Detailed spec comparison table for Olympus FE-4000 and Panasonic ZS10
 Olympus FE-4000Panasonic Lumix DMC-ZS10
General Information
Manufacturer Olympus Panasonic
Model Olympus FE-4000 Panasonic Lumix DMC-ZS10
Also referred to as X-925 Lumix DMC-TZ20 / Lumix DMC-TZ22
Class Small Sensor Compact Small Sensor Superzoom
Launched 2009-07-22 2011-01-25
Physical type Compact Compact
Sensor Information
Chip TruePic III Venus Engine FHD
Sensor type CCD CMOS
Sensor size 1/2.3" 1/2.3"
Sensor dimensions 6.17 x 4.55mm 6.08 x 4.56mm
Sensor surface area 28.1mm² 27.7mm²
Sensor resolution 12MP 14MP
Anti aliasing filter
Aspect ratio 4:3 1:1, 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9
Max resolution 3968 x 2976 4320 x 3240
Max native ISO 1600 6400
Min native ISO 100 80
RAW pictures
Autofocusing
Focus manually
Autofocus touch
Autofocus continuous
Single autofocus
Tracking autofocus
Autofocus selectice
Autofocus center weighted
Multi area autofocus
Live view autofocus
Face detection autofocus
Contract detection autofocus
Phase detection autofocus
Number of focus points - 23
Lens
Lens mounting type fixed lens fixed lens
Lens focal range 26-105mm (4.0x) 24-384mm (16.0x)
Highest aperture f/2.6-5.9 f/3.3-5.9
Macro focus distance 3cm 3cm
Crop factor 5.8 5.9
Screen
Type of screen Fixed Type Fixed Type
Screen size 2.7 inch 3 inch
Resolution of screen 230k dots 460k dots
Selfie friendly
Liveview
Touch capability
Viewfinder Information
Viewfinder type None None
Features
Min shutter speed 4 secs 60 secs
Max shutter speed 1/2000 secs 1/4000 secs
Continuous shutter rate - 10.0 frames/s
Shutter priority
Aperture priority
Manually set exposure
Exposure compensation - Yes
Change white balance
Image stabilization
Integrated flash
Flash range 4.00 m 5.00 m
Flash settings 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
Supported video resolutions 640 x 480 (30, 15 fps), 320 x 240 (30, 15 fps) 1920 x 1080 (60 fps), 1280 x 720 (60, 30 fps), 640 x 480 (30 fps), 320 x 240 (30 fps)
Max video resolution 640x480 1920x1080
Video format Motion JPEG MPEG-4, AVCHD
Mic port
Headphone port
Connectivity
Wireless None None
Bluetooth
NFC
HDMI
USB USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec)
GPS None BuiltIn
Physical
Environment sealing
Water proof
Dust proof
Shock proof
Crush proof
Freeze proof
Weight 136 grams (0.30 pounds) 219 grams (0.48 pounds)
Physical dimensions 95 x 57 x 22mm (3.7" x 2.2" x 0.9") 105 x 58 x 33mm (4.1" x 2.3" x 1.3")
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
Form of battery - Battery Pack
Self timer Yes (12 seconds) Yes (2 or 10 sec)
Time lapse feature
Storage type xD Picture Card, microSD Card, Internal SD/SDHC/SDXC, Internal
Card slots One One
Price at release $130 $350