Olympus FE-4000 vs Pentax S1
95 Imaging
35 Features
17 Overall
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93 Imaging
37 Features
31 Overall
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Olympus FE-4000 vs Pentax S1 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
- Revealed July 2009
- Alternate Name is X-925
(Full Review)
- 14MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 2.7" Fixed Display
- ISO 80 - 6400
- Sensor-shift Image Stabilization
- 1280 x 720 video
- 28-140mm (F3.5-5.5) lens
- 157g - 114 x 58 x 28mm
- Revealed March 2011
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In this write-up, we are evaluating the Olympus FE-4000 and Pentax S1, both Small Sensor Compact digital cameras by companies Olympus and Pentax. The image resolution of the FE-4000 (12MP) and the S1 (14MP) is fairly well matched and they enjoy the same exact sensor sizes (1/2.3").
Meta to Introduce 'AI-Generated' Labels for Media starting next monthThe FE-4000 was launched 19 months prior to the S1 making the cameras a generation apart from one another. Each of the cameras offer the identical body type (Compact).
Before going straight into a comprehensive comparison, below is a quick summary of how the FE-4000 grades versus the S1 with regard to portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.
Photography Glossary Olympus FE-4000 vs Pentax S1 Gallery
The following is a sample of the gallery pictures for Olympus FE-4000 and Pentax Optio S1. The complete galleries are provided at Olympus FE-4000 Gallery and Pentax S1 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Olympus FE-4000 over the Pentax S1
| FE-4000 | S1 |
|---|
Reasons to pick Pentax S1 over the Olympus FE-4000
| S1 | FE-4000 | |||
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Revealed | March 2011 |  | July 2009 | Fresher by 19 months |
| Manual focus |  | Very exact focusing |
Common features in the Olympus FE-4000 and Pentax S1
| FE-4000 | S1 | |||
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Display type | Fixed |  | Fixed | Fixed display |
| Display sizing | 2.7" |  | 2.7" | Equivalent display dimensions |
| Display resolution | 230k |  | 230k | The same display resolution |
| Selfie screen |  | Lack of selfie screen | ||
| Touch display |  | Lack of Touch display |
Olympus FE-4000 vs Pentax S1 Physical Comparison
In case you're aiming to carry your camera, you'll have to consider its weight and measurements. The Olympus FE-4000 enjoys outside 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 Pentax S1 has proportions of 114mm x 58mm x 28mm (4.5" x 2.3" x 1.1") accompanied by a weight of 157 grams (0.35 lbs).
Check the Olympus FE-4000 and Pentax S1 in the new Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.
Remember that, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will differ depending on the lens you select at that moment. Underneath is the front view proportions comparison of the FE-4000 against the S1.
Factoring in dimensions and weight, the portability score of the FE-4000 and S1 is 95 and 93 respectively.
Olympus FE-4000 vs Pentax S1 Sensor Comparison
Typically, its tough to visualize the gap between sensor sizing purely by reading through technical specs. The graphic below should provide you a much better sense of the sensor dimensions in the FE-4000 and S1.
As you can tell, both cameras enjoy the same exact sensor sizing but different megapixels. You should anticipate the Pentax S1 to give you extra detail utilizing its extra 2MP. Greater resolution will enable you to crop pics far more aggressively. The older FE-4000 is going to be behind when it comes to sensor technology.
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Olympus FE-4000 vs Pentax S1 Specifications
| Olympus FE-4000 | Pentax Optio S1 | |
|---|---|---|
| General Information | ||
| Make | Olympus | Pentax |
| Model | Olympus FE-4000 | Pentax Optio S1 |
| Also called | X-925 | - |
| Type | Small Sensor Compact | Small Sensor Compact |
| Revealed | 2009-07-22 | 2011-03-02 |
| Physical type | Compact | Compact |
| Sensor Information | ||
| Processor Chip | 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 | 12MP | 14MP |
| Anti aliasing filter | ||
| Aspect ratio | 4:3 | 1:1, 4:3 and 16:9 |
| Max resolution | 3968 x 2976 | 4288 x 3216 |
| Max native ISO | 1600 | 6400 |
| Min native ISO | 100 | 80 |
| RAW photos | ||
| Autofocusing | ||
| Manual focus | ||
| Autofocus touch | ||
| Autofocus continuous | ||
| Single autofocus | ||
| Tracking autofocus | ||
| Selective autofocus | ||
| Center weighted autofocus | ||
| Multi area autofocus | ||
| Autofocus live view | ||
| Face detect focus | ||
| Contract detect focus | ||
| Phase detect focus | ||
| Number of focus points | - | 9 |
| Lens | ||
| Lens mount | fixed lens | fixed lens |
| Lens focal range | 26-105mm (4.0x) | 28-140mm (5.0x) |
| Maximal aperture | f/2.6-5.9 | f/3.5-5.5 |
| Macro focus distance | 3cm | 1cm |
| Focal length multiplier | 5.8 | 5.8 |
| Screen | ||
| Type of display | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
| Display size | 2.7 inches | 2.7 inches |
| Display resolution | 230k dots | 230k dots |
| Selfie friendly | ||
| Liveview | ||
| Touch screen | ||
| Display tech | - | TFT color LCD with Anti-reflective coating |
| Viewfinder Information | ||
| Viewfinder | None | None |
| Features | ||
| Minimum shutter speed | 4 secs | 4 secs |
| Fastest shutter speed | 1/2000 secs | 1/1500 secs |
| Continuous shutter rate | - | 1.0 frames per second |
| Shutter priority | ||
| Aperture priority | ||
| Manually set exposure | ||
| Change white balance | ||
| Image stabilization | ||
| Inbuilt flash | ||
| Flash range | 4.00 m | 3.90 m |
| Flash modes | Auto, On, Off, Red-eye, Fill-in | Auto, On, Off, Red-eye, Soft |
| Hot shoe | ||
| AE bracketing | ||
| White balance bracketing | ||
| Exposure | ||
| Multisegment metering | ||
| Average metering | ||
| Spot metering | ||
| Partial metering | ||
| AF area metering | ||
| Center weighted metering | ||
| Video features | ||
| Supported 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 240 (30, 15 fps) |
| Max video resolution | 640x480 | 1280x720 |
| Video data format | Motion JPEG | Motion JPEG |
| Microphone support | ||
| Headphone support | ||
| 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 sealing | ||
| Water proof | ||
| Dust proof | ||
| Shock proof | ||
| Crush proof | ||
| Freeze proof | ||
| Weight | 136 gr (0.30 lb) | 157 gr (0.35 lb) |
| Dimensions | 95 x 57 x 22mm (3.7" x 2.2" x 0.9") | 114 x 58 x 28mm (4.5" x 2.3" x 1.1") |
| 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 photos |
| Form of battery | - | Battery Pack |
| Battery model | - | D-LI92 |
| 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 | Single | Single |
| Retail price | $130 | $174 |
