Olympus FE-4000 vs Sony TF1
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Olympus FE-4000 vs Sony TF1 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
- Announced July 2009
- Additionally referred to as X-925
(Full Review)
- 16MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 2.7" Fixed Screen
- ISO 100 - 3200
- Optical Image Stabilization
- 1280 x 720 video
- 25-100mm (F3.6-4.7) lens
- 152g - 102 x 62 x 23mm
- Announced June 2013

Olympus FE-4000 vs Sony TF1 Overview
Lets examine more in depth at the Olympus FE-4000 versus Sony TF1, one is a Small Sensor Compact and the latter is a Waterproof by brands Olympus and Sony. There is a significant difference among the sensor resolutions of the FE-4000 (12MP) and TF1 (16MP) but they use the same exact sensor measurements (1/2.3").

The FE-4000 was manufactured 4 years earlier than the TF1 which is a fairly sizable gap as far as camera tech is concerned. The two cameras offer the identical body type (Compact).
Before delving in to a thorough comparison, below is a concise overview of how the FE-4000 grades vs the TF1 in regards to portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.

Olympus FE-4000 vs Sony TF1 Gallery
Below is a preview of the gallery photos for Olympus FE-4000 and Sony Cyber-shot DSC-TF1. The entire galleries are provided at Olympus FE-4000 Gallery and Sony TF1 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Olympus FE-4000 over the Sony TF1
FE-4000 | TF1 |
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Reasons to pick Sony TF1 over the Olympus FE-4000
TF1 | FE-4000 | |||
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Announced | June 2013 | ![]() | July 2009 | Newer by 47 months |
Screen resolution | 460k | ![]() | 230k | Crisper screen (+230k dot) |
Touch friendly screen | ![]() | Quickly navigate |
Common features in the Olympus FE-4000 and Sony TF1
FE-4000 | TF1 | |||
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Manual focus | ![]() | Lack of manual focus | ||
Screen type | Fixed | ![]() | Fixed | Fixed screen |
Screen sizing | 2.7" | ![]() | 2.7" | Equivalent screen measurements |
Selfie screen | ![]() | Neither contains selfie screen |
Olympus FE-4000 vs Sony TF1 Physical Comparison
If you're going to travel with your camera, you'll have to factor its weight and proportions. The Olympus FE-4000 has got exterior dimensions of 95mm x 57mm x 22mm (3.7" x 2.2" x 0.9") along with a weight of 136 grams (0.30 lbs) and the Sony TF1 has measurements of 102mm x 62mm x 23mm (4.0" x 2.4" x 0.9") and a weight of 152 grams (0.34 lbs).
Compare the Olympus FE-4000 versus Sony TF1 in the new Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.
Don't forget, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will differ depending on the lens you choose at that time. Underneath is the front view overall size comparison of the FE-4000 versus the TF1.

Considering size and weight, the portability rating of the FE-4000 and TF1 is 95 and 94 respectively.

Olympus FE-4000 vs Sony TF1 Sensor Comparison
Usually, its hard to picture the contrast in sensor dimensions purely by looking through a spec sheet. The image underneath will give you a stronger sense of the sensor sizes in the FE-4000 and TF1.
Clearly, both of these cameras enjoy the same exact sensor sizing albeit different megapixels. You should count on the Sony TF1 to render extra detail due to its extra 4 Megapixels. Higher resolution will also let you crop photographs far more aggressively. The more aged FE-4000 will be behind when it comes to sensor tech.

Olympus FE-4000 vs Sony TF1 Screen and ViewFinder


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Olympus FE-4000 vs Sony TF1 Specifications
Olympus FE-4000 | Sony Cyber-shot DSC-TF1 | |
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General Information | ||
Brand Name | Olympus | Sony |
Model | Olympus FE-4000 | Sony Cyber-shot DSC-TF1 |
Also Known as | X-925 | - |
Type | Small Sensor Compact | Waterproof |
Announced | 2009-07-22 | 2013-06-21 |
Physical type | Compact | Compact |
Sensor Information | ||
Processor | 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 surface area | 28.1mm² | 28.1mm² |
Sensor resolution | 12MP | 16MP |
Anti aliasing filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 4:3 | 4:3 and 16:9 |
Highest resolution | 3968 x 2976 | 4608 x 3456 |
Highest native ISO | 1600 | 3200 |
Minimum native ISO | 100 | 100 |
RAW data | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Focus manually | ||
AF touch | ||
AF continuous | ||
Single AF | ||
AF tracking | ||
AF selectice | ||
Center weighted AF | ||
Multi area AF | ||
Live view AF | ||
Face detect focusing | ||
Contract detect focusing | ||
Phase detect focusing | ||
Cross focus points | - | - |
Lens | ||
Lens mount | fixed lens | fixed lens |
Lens focal range | 26-105mm (4.0x) | 25-100mm (4.0x) |
Max aperture | f/2.6-5.9 | f/3.6-4.7 |
Macro focus range | 3cm | 1cm |
Focal length multiplier | 5.8 | 5.8 |
Screen | ||
Type of display | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
Display size | 2.7" | 2.7" |
Display resolution | 230 thousand dots | 460 thousand dots |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch operation | ||
Display tech | - | TFT LCD display |
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder | None | None |
Features | ||
Slowest shutter speed | 4 secs | 2 secs |
Maximum shutter speed | 1/2000 secs | 1/2000 secs |
Continuous shooting rate | - | 1.0 frames per second |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Manual mode | ||
Custom WB | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Built-in flash | ||
Flash range | 4.00 m | 3.90 m |
Flash options | Auto, On, Off, Red-eye, Fill-in | Auto, On, Off, Slow Sync, Advanced Flash |
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) | 1280 x 720 (30 fps), 640 x 480 (30 fps) |
Highest video resolution | 640x480 | 1280x720 |
Video 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 | 136g (0.30 pounds) | 152g (0.34 pounds) |
Dimensions | 95 x 57 x 22mm (3.7" x 2.2" x 0.9") | 102 x 62 x 23mm (4.0" x 2.4" 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 | ||
Battery life | - | 240 pictures |
Form of battery | - | Battery Pack |
Battery model | - | NP-BN |
Self timer | Yes (12 seconds) | Yes (2 or 10 sec, Portrait 1/2) |
Time lapse recording | ||
Storage type | xD Picture Card, microSD Card, Internal | SD/SDHC/SDXC/Memory Stick Duo/Memory Stick Pro Duo, Memory Stick Pro-HG Duo |
Card slots | 1 | 1 |
Pricing at launch | $130 | $266 |