Olympus FE-4000 vs Samsung WB700

On this page, we will be matching up the Olympus FE-4000 vs Samsung WB700, both Small Sensor Compact digital cameras by competitors Olympus and Samsung. The resolution of the FE-4000 (12MP) and the WB700 (14MP) is pretty similar and both cameras posses the same sensor size (1/2.3").

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The FE-4000 was launched 17 months earlier than the WB700 which makes them a generation apart from each other. Both of the cameras have the same body design (Compact).

Before delving straight to a more detailed comparison, here is a simple synopsis of how the FE-4000 scores versus the WB700 in relation to portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.

This is a preview of the gallery images for Olympus FE-4000 & Samsung WB700. The complete galleries are provided at Olympus FE-4000 Gallery & Samsung WB700 Gallery.

If you are intending to lug around your camera, you'll have to factor in its weight and size. The Olympus FE-4000 features physical dimensions of 95mm x 57mm x 22mm (3.7" x 2.2" x 0.9") having a weight of 136 grams (0.30 lbs) and the Samsung WB700 has specifications of 100mm x 59mm x 22mm (3.9" x 2.3" x 0.9") and a weight of n/a grams (0.00 lbs).

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Keep in mind, the weight of an ILC will change dependant on the lens you choose during that time. Here is a front view measurement comparison of the FE-4000 compared to the WB700.

Looking at size and weight, the portability rating of the FE-4000 and WB700 is 95 and 98 respectively.

In many cases, it is difficult to visualise the difference between sensor measurements purely by reviewing a spec sheet. The graphic underneath should give you a much better sense of the sensor sizes in the FE-4000 and WB700.

As you can see, both of these cameras have the same sensor dimensions albeit not the same resolution. You can expect the Samsung WB700 to offer you more detail utilizing its extra 2MP. Higher resolution will also let you crop shots a bit more aggressively. The older FE-4000 is going to be behind in sensor innovation.