Olympus FE-4030 vs Olympus 9000

Here, we will be comparing the Olympus FE-4030 versus Olympus 9000, both Small Sensor Compact cameras and both of them are built by Olympus. The image resolution of the FE-4030 (14MP) and the 9000 (12MP) is pretty comparable and both cameras have the identical sensor dimensions (1/2.3").

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The FE-4030 was launched 8 months later than the 9000 so they are both of a similar age. Both the cameras feature the same body design (Compact).

Before going straight to a more detailed comparison, here is a concise introduction of how the FE-4030 grades versus the 9000 in terms of portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.

Following is a preview of the gallery images for Olympus FE-4030 & Olympus Stylus 9000. The complete galleries are viewable at Olympus FE-4030 Gallery & Olympus 9000 Gallery.

For anybody who is intending to lug around your camera often, you should consider its weight and proportions. The Olympus FE-4030 comes with physical 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 9000 has measurements of 96mm x 60mm x 31mm (3.8" x 2.4" x 1.2") along with a weight of 225 grams (0.50 lbs).

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Bear in mind, the weight of an ILC will differ dependant on the lens you have attached at that time. The following is a front view dimension comparison of the FE-4030 and the 9000.

Using size and weight, the portability rating of the FE-4030 and 9000 is 95 and 92 respectively.

Oftentimes, it's hard to picture the gap in sensor measurements simply by going through specifications. The graphic here might give you a more clear sense of the sensor sizing in the FE-4030 and 9000.

To sum up, both cameras feature the identical sensor size albeit different megapixels. You can expect the Olympus FE-4030 to show more detail utilizing its extra 2MP. Higher resolution can also make it easier to crop pictures way more aggressively. The younger FE-4030 provides a benefit in sensor innovation.