Olympus FE-4030 vs Olympus SP-600 UZ

Below is a extended review of the Olympus FE-4030 versus Olympus SP-600 UZ, one being a Small Sensor Compact and the latter is a Small Sensor Superzoom and both of them are created by Olympus. The image resolution of the FE-4030 (14MP) and the SP-600 UZ (12MP) is pretty close and they feature the same exact sensor size (1/2.3").

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The FE-4030 was revealed at a similar time to the SP-600 UZ and they are both of a similar generation. Both cameras offer the identical body type (Compact).

Before getting straight into a more detailed comparison, below is a concise introduction of how the FE-4030 matches up against the SP-600 UZ in terms of portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.

Here is a preview of the gallery images for Olympus FE-4030 and Olympus SP-600 UZ. The full galleries are provided at Olympus FE-4030 Gallery and Olympus SP-600 UZ Gallery.

In case you're aiming to lug around your camera regularly, you should think about its weight and proportions. The Olympus FE-4030 enjoys physical dimensions of 93mm x 56mm x 22mm (3.7" x 2.2" x 0.9") having a weight of 146 grams (0.32 lbs) while the Olympus SP-600 UZ has measurements of 110mm x 90mm x 91mm (4.3" x 3.5" x 3.6") with a weight of 455 grams (1.00 lbs).

See the Olympus FE-4030 versus Olympus SP-600 UZ in the all new Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Take into consideration, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will differ depending on the lens you select during that time. Following is the front view size comparison of the FE-4030 against the SP-600 UZ.

Looking at size and weight, the portability rating of the FE-4030 and SP-600 UZ is 95 and 69 respectively.

Generally, it is very hard to see the difference in sensor measurements purely by looking through a spec sheet. The graphic underneath might provide you a clearer sense of the sensor dimensions in the FE-4030 and SP-600 UZ.

As you can see, each of the cameras offer the same exact sensor sizing albeit not the same MP. You should expect the Olympus FE-4030 to result in extra detail because of its extra 2MP. Higher resolution will also allow you to crop pictures a little more aggressively.