Olympus FE-4030 vs Olympus SZ-31MR iHS

The following is a detailed review of the Olympus FE-4030 versus Olympus SZ-31MR iHS, one is a Small Sensor Compact and the other is a Small Sensor Superzoom and both of them are sold by Olympus. The image resolution of the FE-4030 (14MP) and the SZ-31MR iHS (16MP) is fairly well matched and they feature the exact same sensor measurements (1/2.3").

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The FE-4030 was launched 3 years before the SZ-31MR iHS which is quite a serious gap as far as tech is concerned. Both of the cameras come with the identical body type (Compact).

Before we go in to a full comparison, below is a quick summary of how the FE-4030 grades versus the SZ-31MR iHS when considering portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.

Following is a sample of the gallery pictures for Olympus FE-4030 and Olympus SZ-31MR iHS. The complete galleries are available at Olympus FE-4030 Gallery and Olympus SZ-31MR iHS Gallery.

If you are intending to travel with your camera, you'll need to take into account its weight and dimensions. The Olympus FE-4030 enjoys exterior dimensions of 93mm x 56mm x 22mm (3.7" x 2.2" x 0.9") having a weight of 146 grams (0.32 lbs) whilst the Olympus SZ-31MR iHS has dimensions of 106mm x 69mm x 40mm (4.2" x 2.7" x 1.6") along with a weight of 226 grams (0.50 lbs).

Look at the Olympus FE-4030 versus Olympus SZ-31MR iHS in the all new Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Remember, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will vary dependant on the lens you choose at that moment. Following is the front view physical size comparison of the FE-4030 against the SZ-31MR iHS.

Factoring in size and weight, the portability score of the FE-4030 and SZ-31MR iHS is 95 and 89 respectively.

Often, it is very hard to picture the gap between sensor dimensions just by checking technical specs. The picture underneath will help offer you a clearer sense of the sensor sizes in the FE-4030 and SZ-31MR iHS.

As you have seen, the 2 cameras have got the exact same sensor measurements but different MP. You should anticipate the Olympus SZ-31MR iHS to give extra detail utilizing its extra 2 Megapixels. Greater resolution will allow you to crop photos much more aggressively. The more aged FE-4030 is going to be disadvantaged in sensor tech.