Olympus FE-4000 vs Sony G3
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35 Features
17 Overall
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94 Imaging
33 Features
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Olympus FE-4000 vs Sony G3 Key Specs
(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
- Announced July 2009
- Alternate Name is X-925
(Full Review)
- 10MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 3.5" Fixed Display
- ISO 80 - 3200
- Optical Image Stabilization
- 640 x 480 video
- 35-140mm (F3.5-10.0) lens
- 185g - 97 x 59 x 22mm
- Revealed January 2009
Photography Glossary Olympus FE-4000 vs Sony G3 Overview
Following is a comprehensive overview of the Olympus FE-4000 versus Sony G3, both Small Sensor Compact digital cameras by brands Olympus and Sony. The resolution of the FE-4000 (12MP) and the G3 (10MP) is fairly well matched and both cameras offer the identical sensor measurements (1/2.3").
President Biden pushes bill mandating TikTok sale or banThe FE-4000 was brought out 7 months after the G3 so they are of a similar generation. Both of the cameras feature the same body design (Compact).
Before getting right into a more detailed comparison, here is a short summation of how the FE-4000 grades vs the G3 with regard to portability, imaging, features and an overall score.
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Following is a sample of the gallery pictures for Olympus FE-4000 and Sony Cyber-shot DSC-G3. The entire galleries are available at Olympus FE-4000 Gallery and Sony G3 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Olympus FE-4000 over the Sony G3
| FE-4000 | G3 | |||
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Revealed | July 2009 |  | January 2009 | More modern by 7 months |
Reasons to pick Sony G3 over the Olympus FE-4000
| G3 | FE-4000 | |||
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Manually focus |  | Dial accurate focusing | ||
| Display size | 3.5" |  | 2.7" | Larger display (+0.8") |
| Display resolution | 921k |  | 230k | Clearer display (+691k dot) |
| Touch display |  | Easily navigate |
Common features in the Olympus FE-4000 and Sony G3
| FE-4000 | G3 | |||
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Display type | Fixed |  | Fixed | Fixed display |
| Selfie screen |  | Lack of selfie screen |
Olympus FE-4000 vs Sony G3 Physical Comparison
For anybody who is looking to carry around your camera frequently, you need to take into account its weight and measurements. The Olympus FE-4000 features exterior 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 Sony G3 has proportions of 97mm x 59mm x 22mm (3.8" x 2.3" x 0.9") with a weight of 185 grams (0.41 lbs).
Look at the Olympus FE-4000 versus Sony G3 in the new Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.
Always remember, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will vary depending on the lens you select at that moment. Underneath is a front view sizing comparison of the FE-4000 compared to the G3.
Considering size and weight, the portability grade of the FE-4000 and G3 is 95 and 94 respectively.
Olympus FE-4000 vs Sony G3 Sensor Comparison
Oftentimes, its tough to imagine the gap between sensor sizes just by reading through specifications. The image below should give you a better sense of the sensor dimensions in the FE-4000 and G3.
Plainly, the 2 cameras come with the identical sensor size but different megapixels. You should anticipate the Olympus FE-4000 to give you more detail having its extra 2MP. Greater resolution will also enable you to crop pics a good deal more aggressively. The more modern FE-4000 provides a benefit in sensor innovation.
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Olympus FE-4000 vs Sony G3 Specifications
| Olympus FE-4000 | Sony Cyber-shot DSC-G3 | |
|---|---|---|
| General Information | ||
| Brand Name | Olympus | Sony |
| Model | Olympus FE-4000 | Sony Cyber-shot DSC-G3 |
| Also called as | X-925 | - |
| Type | Small Sensor Compact | Small Sensor Compact |
| Announced | 2009-07-22 | 2009-01-08 |
| Body design | 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 | 10MP |
| Anti aliasing filter | ||
| Aspect ratio | 4:3 | 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 |
| Highest resolution | 3968 x 2976 | 3648 x 2736 |
| Highest native ISO | 1600 | 3200 |
| Lowest native ISO | 100 | 80 |
| RAW photos | ||
| Autofocusing | ||
| Manual focus | ||
| AF touch | ||
| AF continuous | ||
| Single AF | ||
| Tracking AF | ||
| Selective AF | ||
| Center weighted AF | ||
| Multi area AF | ||
| AF live view | ||
| Face detection AF | ||
| Contract detection AF | ||
| Phase detection AF | ||
| Number of focus points | - | 9 |
| Lens | ||
| Lens mount | fixed lens | fixed lens |
| Lens focal range | 26-105mm (4.0x) | 35-140mm (4.0x) |
| Maximal aperture | f/2.6-5.9 | f/3.5-10.0 |
| Macro focus range | 3cm | - |
| Crop factor | 5.8 | 5.8 |
| Screen | ||
| Screen type | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
| Screen size | 2.7" | 3.5" |
| Screen resolution | 230 thousand dot | 921 thousand dot |
| Selfie friendly | ||
| Liveview | ||
| Touch display | ||
| Viewfinder Information | ||
| Viewfinder type | None | None |
| Features | ||
| Slowest shutter speed | 4 secs | 1 secs |
| Maximum shutter speed | 1/2000 secs | 1/1000 secs |
| Continuous shooting speed | - | 2.0 frames/s |
| Shutter priority | ||
| Aperture priority | ||
| Expose Manually | ||
| Change WB | ||
| Image stabilization | ||
| Built-in flash | ||
| Flash range | 4.00 m | 4.30 m (Auto ISO) |
| Flash modes | Auto, On, Off, Red-eye, Fill-in | Auto, On, Off, Red-Eye reduction, Slow Sync |
| Hot shoe | ||
| AEB | ||
| WB bracketing | ||
| Exposure | ||
| Multisegment exposure | ||
| Average exposure | ||
| Spot exposure | ||
| Partial exposure | ||
| AF area exposure | ||
| Center weighted exposure | ||
| Video features | ||
| Video resolutions | 640 x 480 (30, 15 fps), 320 x 240 (30, 15 fps) | 640 x 480 (30, 15 fps), 320 x 240 (30, 15 fps) |
| Highest video resolution | 640x480 | 640x480 |
| Video file format | Motion JPEG | Motion JPEG |
| Microphone jack | ||
| Headphone jack | ||
| 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) | 185g (0.41 lbs) |
| Physical dimensions | 95 x 57 x 22mm (3.7" x 2.2" x 0.9") | 97 x 59 x 22mm (3.8" x 2.3" x 0.9") |
| 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 | ||
| Self timer | Yes (12 seconds) | Yes (2 or 10 sec) |
| Time lapse shooting | ||
| Type of storage | xD Picture Card, microSD Card, Internal | Memory Stick Duo/Pro Duo, Internal |
| Storage slots | One | One |
| Launch price | $130 | $200 |