Olympus FE-4030 vs Olympus E-PL1s
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Olympus FE-4030 vs Olympus E-PL1s Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 14MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 2.7" Fixed Screen
- ISO 64 - 1600
- 640 x 480 video
- 26-105mm (F2.6-5.9) lens
- 146g - 93 x 56 x 22mm
- Released January 2010
(Full Review)
- 12MP - Four Thirds Sensor
- 2.7" Fixed Display
- ISO 100 - 6400
- Sensor based Image Stabilization
- 1280 x 720 video
- Micro Four Thirds Mount
- 334g - 115 x 72 x 42mm
- Launched November 2010
- Earlier Model is Olympus E-PL1
- Newer Model is Olympus E-PL2
Olympus FE-4030 vs Olympus E-PL1s Overview
Below is a extended review of the Olympus FE-4030 and Olympus E-PL1s, one being a Small Sensor Compact and the other is a Entry-Level Mirrorless and both of them are sold by Olympus. The resolution of the FE-4030 (14MP) and the E-PL1s (12MP) is fairly close but the FE-4030 (1/2.3") and E-PL1s (Four Thirds) offer totally different sensor sizing.
Meta to Introduce 'AI-Generated' Labels for Media starting next monthThe FE-4030 was unveiled 10 months before the E-PL1s so they are both of a similar generation. The two cameras feature different body design with the Olympus FE-4030 being a Compact camera and the Olympus E-PL1s being a Rangefinder-style mirrorless camera.
Before we go straight to a thorough comparison, here is a quick summary of how the FE-4030 grades vs the E-PL1s with regards to portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.
Olympus FE-4030 vs Olympus E-PL1s Gallery
Here is a sample of the gallery pictures for Olympus FE-4030 and Olympus PEN E-PL1s. The full galleries are provided at Olympus FE-4030 Gallery and Olympus E-PL1s Gallery.
Reasons to pick Olympus FE-4030 over the Olympus E-PL1s
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Reasons to pick Olympus E-PL1s over the Olympus FE-4030
E-PL1s | FE-4030 | |||
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Launched | November 2010 | January 2010 | More recent by 10 months | |
Manually focus | Very exact focus |
Common features in the Olympus FE-4030 and Olympus E-PL1s
FE-4030 | E-PL1s | |||
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Display type | Fixed | Fixed | Fixed display | |
Display size | 2.7" | 2.7" | Same display measurement | |
Display resolution | 230k | 230k | Exact same display resolution | |
Selfie screen | Neither features selfie screen | |||
Touch friendly display | Lack of Touch friendly display |
Olympus FE-4030 vs Olympus E-PL1s Physical Comparison
For anybody who is planning to lug around your camera regularly, you are going to need to factor in its weight and volume. The Olympus FE-4030 enjoys outside dimensions of 93mm x 56mm x 22mm (3.7" x 2.2" x 0.9") having a weight of 146 grams (0.32 lbs) and the Olympus E-PL1s has sizing of 115mm x 72mm x 42mm (4.5" x 2.8" x 1.7") with a weight of 334 grams (0.74 lbs).
Take a look at the Olympus FE-4030 and Olympus E-PL1s in the latest Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.Keep in mind, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will change dependant on the lens you have chosen at that time. The following is a front view physical size comparison of the FE-4030 and the E-PL1s.
Considering size and weight, the portability score of the FE-4030 and E-PL1s is 95 and 86 respectively.
Olympus FE-4030 vs Olympus E-PL1s Sensor Comparison
Oftentimes, it is difficult to see the difference in sensor measurements only by researching specs. The graphic below will give you a greater sense of the sensor sizes in the FE-4030 and E-PL1s.
As you can plainly see, each of the cameras feature different megapixel count and different sensor measurements. The FE-4030 with its smaller sensor will make shooting shallower depth of field more challenging and the Olympus FE-4030 will provide you with greater detail having an extra 2 Megapixels. Greater resolution will help you crop photos way more aggressively. The older FE-4030 will be disadvantaged when it comes to sensor tech.
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Olympus FE-4030 vs Olympus E-PL1s Specifications
Olympus FE-4030 | Olympus PEN E-PL1s | |
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General Information | ||
Company | Olympus | Olympus |
Model | Olympus FE-4030 | Olympus PEN E-PL1s |
Class | Small Sensor Compact | Entry-Level Mirrorless |
Released | 2010-01-07 | 2010-11-16 |
Body design | Compact | Rangefinder-style mirrorless |
Sensor Information | ||
Processor | TruePic III | Truepic V |
Sensor type | CCD | CMOS |
Sensor size | 1/2.3" | Four Thirds |
Sensor measurements | 6.08 x 4.56mm | 17.3 x 13mm |
Sensor area | 27.7mm² | 224.9mm² |
Sensor resolution | 14 megapixel | 12 megapixel |
Anti aliasing filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 4:3 and 16:9 | 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 |
Max resolution | 4288 x 3216 | 4032 x 3024 |
Max native ISO | 1600 | 6400 |
Min native ISO | 64 | 100 |
RAW format | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Manual focus | ||
Autofocus touch | ||
Autofocus continuous | ||
Autofocus single | ||
Tracking autofocus | ||
Autofocus selectice | ||
Autofocus center weighted | ||
Multi area autofocus | ||
Live view autofocus | ||
Face detection focus | ||
Contract detection focus | ||
Phase detection focus | ||
Number of focus points | - | 11 |
Lens | ||
Lens mount | fixed lens | Micro Four Thirds |
Lens focal range | 26-105mm (4.0x) | - |
Maximal aperture | f/2.6-5.9 | - |
Macro focus distance | 4cm | - |
Available lenses | - | 107 |
Crop factor | 5.9 | 2.1 |
Screen | ||
Screen type | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
Screen sizing | 2.7" | 2.7" |
Resolution of screen | 230 thousand dot | 230 thousand dot |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch capability | ||
Screen tech | - | HyperCrystal LCD AR (Anti-Reflective) coating |
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder type | None | Electronic (optional) |
Features | ||
Min shutter speed | 4s | 60s |
Max shutter speed | 1/2000s | 1/2000s |
Continuous shutter speed | - | 3.0 frames/s |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Expose Manually | ||
Exposure compensation | - | Yes |
Custom white balance | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Inbuilt flash | ||
Flash range | 5.80 m | 10.00 m |
Flash settings | Auto, On, Off, Red-eye, Fill-in | Auto, On, Off, Red-Eye, Fill-in, Slow Sync, Manual (3 levels) |
Hot shoe | ||
AEB | ||
White balance bracketing | ||
Max flash sync | - | 1/160s |
Exposure | ||
Multisegment | ||
Average | ||
Spot | ||
Partial | ||
AF area | ||
Center weighted | ||
Video features | ||
Video resolutions | 640 x 480 (30 fps), 320 x 240 (30 fps) | 1280 x 720 (30 fps), 640 x 480 (30 fps) |
Max video resolution | 640x480 | 1280x720 |
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 | 146g (0.32 lb) | 334g (0.74 lb) |
Physical dimensions | 93 x 56 x 22mm (3.7" x 2.2" x 0.9") | 115 x 72 x 42mm (4.5" x 2.8" x 1.7") |
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 | - | 290 photographs |
Battery form | - | Battery Pack |
Battery model | - | BLS-1 |
Self timer | Yes (2 or 12 seconds) | Yes (2 or 12 sec) |
Time lapse recording | ||
Type of storage | SD/SDHC, Internal | SD/SDHC |
Storage slots | Single | Single |
Launch price | $130 | $599 |