Olympus FE-4030 vs Olympus 7040

In this write-up, we are matching up the Olympus FE-4030 vs Olympus 7040, both Small Sensor Compact digital cameras and both of them are sold by Olympus. The resolution of the FE-4030 (14MP) and the 7040 (14MP) is very well matched and they use the same exact sensor dimensions (1/2.3").

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The FE-4030 was announced about the same time to the 7040 which means that they are of a similar age. Both cameras offer the identical body type (Compact).

Before getting through a in-depth comparison, below is a short highlight of how the FE-4030 scores versus the 7040 in relation to portability, imaging, features and an overall score.

Below is a sample of the gallery pics for Olympus FE-4030 & Olympus Stylus 7040. The whole galleries are viewable at Olympus FE-4030 Gallery & Olympus 7040 Gallery.

If you are going to carry around your camera, you should factor in its weight and dimensions. The Olympus FE-4030 provides 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) while the Olympus 7040 has dimensions of 95mm x 56mm x 26mm (3.7" x 2.2" x 1.0") having a weight of 144 grams (0.32 lbs).

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Take into account, the weight of an ILC will change based on the lens you have chosen at that time. Following is the front view proportions comparison of the FE-4030 versus the 7040.

Considering size and weight, the portability grade of the FE-4030 and 7040 is 95 and 95 respectively.

Often, it's hard to visualize the gap between sensor sizes simply by looking at specifications. The picture here may offer you a stronger sense of the sensor sizes in the FE-4030 and 7040.

Plainly, both of those cameras enjoy the same exact sensor sizing and the exact same resolution therefore you can expect similar quality of pictures but you would want to take the launch date of the products into consideration.