Olympus FE-4000 vs Sony HX20V

In this article, we will be contrasting the Olympus FE-4000 versus Sony HX20V, former is a Small Sensor Compact while the latter is a Small Sensor Superzoom by brands Olympus and Sony. There exists a sizable gap among the sensor resolutions of the FE-4000 (12MP) and HX20V (18MP) but they enjoy the same exact sensor sizes (1/2.3").

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The FE-4000 was released 4 years earlier than the HX20V which is a fairly significant difference as far as camera technology is concerned. Both cameras offer the identical body type (Compact).

Before going through a comprehensive comparison, below is a quick highlight of how the FE-4000 matches up against the HX20V in terms of portability, imaging, features and an overall score.

Here is a preview of the gallery images for Olympus FE-4000 & Sony Cyber-shot DSC-HX20V. The complete galleries are provided at Olympus FE-4000 Gallery & Sony HX20V Gallery.

In case you're intending to carry around your camera frequently, you'll have to consider its weight and size. The Olympus FE-4000 has got 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 HX20V has specifications of 107mm x 62mm x 35mm (4.2" x 2.4" x 1.4") having a weight of 254 grams (0.56 lbs).

Contrast the Olympus FE-4000 versus Sony HX20V in our completely new Camera plus Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Take into account, the weight of an ILC will change depending on the lens you are working with during that time. Underneath is the front view sizing comparison of the FE-4000 against the HX20V.

Taking into account dimensions and weight, the portability grade of the FE-4000 and HX20V is 95 and 90 respectively.

Quite often, its tough to visualise the contrast in sensor sizes purely by looking through technical specs. The image here might provide you a clearer sense of the sensor dimensions in the FE-4000 and HX20V.

As you can tell, both of these cameras offer the same exact sensor sizing albeit not the same megapixels. You can expect the Sony HX20V to render extra detail as a result of its extra 6 Megapixels. Higher resolution will also allow you to crop shots a little more aggressively. The more aged FE-4000 will be disadvantaged in sensor innovation.