Olympus FE-4030 vs Olympus SP-800 UZ

Let's look a little more in depth at the Olympus FE-4030 versus Olympus SP-800 UZ, one is a Small Sensor Compact and the other is a Small Sensor Superzoom and both of them are offered by Olympus. The image resolution of the FE-4030 (14MP) and the SP-800 UZ (14MP) is fairly comparable and both cameras provide the same sensor sizing (1/2.3").

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The FE-4030 was introduced about the same time to the SP-800 UZ which means that they are of a similar generation. Each of these cameras have the same body design (Compact).

Before diving right into a in depth comparison, here is a concise summation of how the FE-4030 scores versus the SP-800 UZ in relation to portability, imaging, features and an overall score.

Below is a sample of the gallery pictures for Olympus FE-4030 and Olympus SP-800 UZ. The whole galleries are viewable at Olympus FE-4030 Gallery and Olympus SP-800 UZ Gallery.

If you're planning to carry around your camera frequently, you're going to have to take into account its weight and measurements. The Olympus FE-4030 comes with exterior measurements of 93mm x 56mm x 22mm (3.7" x 2.2" x 0.9") along with a weight of 146 grams (0.32 lbs) whilst the Olympus SP-800 UZ has proportions of 110mm x 90mm x 91mm (4.3" x 3.5" x 3.6") and a weight of 455 grams (1.00 lbs).

See the Olympus FE-4030 versus Olympus SP-800 UZ in the new Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Don't forget, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will differ based on the lens you select during that time. Underneath is a front view proportions comparison of the FE-4030 compared to the SP-800 UZ.

Taking into account size and weight, the portability grade of the FE-4030 and SP-800 UZ is 95 and 69 respectively.

Oftentimes, it can be difficult to see the difference in sensor sizes merely by going through technical specs. The pic below may give you a much better sense of the sensor measurements in the FE-4030 and SP-800 UZ.

As you can tell, each of these cameras provide the same sensor dimensions and the exact same megapixels therefore you should expect comparable quality of pictures but you should really factor the production date of the cameras into account.