Olympus FE-4030 vs Olympus 6000
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Olympus FE-4030 vs Olympus 6000 Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 14MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 2.7" Fixed Display
- ISO 64 - 1600
- 640 x 480 video
- 26-105mm (F2.6-5.9) lens
- 146g - 93 x 56 x 22mm
- Released January 2010
(Full Review)
- 10MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 2.7" Fixed Display
- ISO 50 - 1600
- Sensor-shift Image Stabilization
- 640 x 480 video
- 28-102mm (F3.5-5.1) lens
- 179g - 95 x 63 x 22mm
- Revealed July 2009
- Additionally referred to as mju Tough 6000
Olympus FE-4030 vs Olympus 6000 Overview
In this article, we are analyzing the Olympus FE-4030 versus Olympus 6000, both Small Sensor Compact cameras and both of them are sold by Olympus. There is a large difference among the sensor resolutions of the FE-4030 (14MP) and 6000 (10MP) but they enjoy the same exact sensor sizing (1/2.3").
Samsung Releases Faster Versions of EVO MicroSD CardsThe FE-4030 was revealed 7 months after the 6000 which means that they are of a similar age. Each of these cameras offer the identical body type (Compact).
Before we go in to a detailed comparison, below is a brief synopsis of how the FE-4030 grades versus the 6000 in the way of portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.
Olympus FE-4030 vs Olympus 6000 Gallery
This is a sample of the gallery pics for Olympus FE-4030 & Olympus Stylus Tough 6000. The full galleries are available at Olympus FE-4030 Gallery & Olympus 6000 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Olympus FE-4030 over the Olympus 6000
FE-4030 | 6000 | |||
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Revealed | January 2010 | July 2009 | Newer by 7 months |
Reasons to pick Olympus 6000 over the Olympus FE-4030
6000 | FE-4030 |
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Common features in the Olympus FE-4030 and Olympus 6000
FE-4030 | 6000 | |||
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Manually focus | Lack of manual focus | |||
Display type | Fixed | Fixed | Fixed display | |
Display sizing | 2.7" | 2.7" | Equivalent display measurement | |
Display resolution | 230k | 230k | Same display resolution | |
Selfie screen | Neither features selfie screen | |||
Touch display | Neither features Touch display |
Olympus FE-4030 vs Olympus 6000 Physical Comparison
For anybody who is intending to travel with your camera regularly, you should consider its weight and measurements. The Olympus FE-4030 enjoys outside measurements of 93mm x 56mm x 22mm (3.7" x 2.2" x 0.9") with a weight of 146 grams (0.32 lbs) and the Olympus 6000 has proportions of 95mm x 63mm x 22mm (3.7" x 2.5" x 0.9") and a weight of 179 grams (0.39 lbs).
See the Olympus FE-4030 versus Olympus 6000 in our brand new Camera plus Lens Size Comparison Tool.Always remember, the weight of an ILC will change based on the lens you choose at that moment. The following is the front view dimensions comparison of the FE-4030 against the 6000.
Using size and weight, the portability rating of the FE-4030 and 6000 is 95 and 94 respectively.
Olympus FE-4030 vs Olympus 6000 Sensor Comparison
Usually, it can be difficult to visualize the contrast in sensor dimensions only by viewing technical specs. The picture here may offer you a stronger sense of the sensor measurements in the FE-4030 and 6000.
As you have seen, the 2 cameras enjoy the same exact sensor sizing but different MP. You can expect to see the Olympus FE-4030 to render more detail because of its extra 4 Megapixels. Greater resolution will let you crop photos far more aggressively. The newer FE-4030 should have a benefit when it comes to sensor technology.
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Olympus FE-4030 vs Olympus 6000 Specifications
Olympus FE-4030 | Olympus Stylus Tough 6000 | |
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General Information | ||
Manufacturer | Olympus | Olympus |
Model type | Olympus FE-4030 | Olympus Stylus Tough 6000 |
Also called as | - | mju Tough 6000 |
Class | Small Sensor Compact | Small Sensor Compact |
Released | 2010-01-07 | 2009-07-01 |
Body design | Compact | Compact |
Sensor Information | ||
Chip | TruePic III | - |
Sensor type | CCD | CCD |
Sensor size | 1/2.3" | 1/2.3" |
Sensor dimensions | 6.08 x 4.56mm | 6.17 x 4.55mm |
Sensor surface area | 27.7mm² | 28.1mm² |
Sensor resolution | 14MP | 10MP |
Anti alias filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 4:3 and 16:9 | 16:9, 4:3 and 3:2 |
Maximum resolution | 4288 x 3216 | 3648 x 2736 |
Maximum native ISO | 1600 | 1600 |
Min native ISO | 64 | 50 |
RAW data | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Focus manually | ||
AF touch | ||
AF continuous | ||
AF single | ||
AF tracking | ||
AF selectice | ||
AF center weighted | ||
Multi area AF | ||
Live view AF | ||
Face detect focusing | ||
Contract detect focusing | ||
Phase detect focusing | ||
Lens | ||
Lens support | fixed lens | fixed lens |
Lens zoom range | 26-105mm (4.0x) | 28-102mm (3.6x) |
Highest aperture | f/2.6-5.9 | f/3.5-5.1 |
Macro focusing distance | 4cm | 2cm |
Focal length multiplier | 5.9 | 5.8 |
Screen | ||
Range of display | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
Display size | 2.7 inches | 2.7 inches |
Resolution of display | 230k dot | 230k dot |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch operation | ||
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder type | None | None |
Features | ||
Slowest shutter speed | 4 seconds | 1/4 seconds |
Maximum shutter speed | 1/2000 seconds | 1/2000 seconds |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Manual exposure | ||
Change WB | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Integrated flash | ||
Flash distance | 5.80 m | 4.00 m |
Flash options | Auto, On, Off, Red-eye, Fill-in | Auto, Fill-in, Red-Eye reduction, Off, On |
Hot shoe | ||
Auto exposure bracketing | ||
WB bracketing | ||
Exposure | ||
Multisegment metering | ||
Average metering | ||
Spot metering | ||
Partial metering | ||
AF area metering | ||
Center weighted metering | ||
Video features | ||
Video resolutions | 640 x 480 (30 fps), 320 x 240 (30 fps) | 640 x 480 (30, 15 fps), 320 x 240 (30, 15 fps) |
Maximum video resolution | 640x480 | 640x480 |
Video file format | Motion JPEG | Motion JPEG |
Mic input | ||
Headphone input | ||
Connectivity | ||
Wireless | None | None |
Bluetooth | ||
NFC | ||
HDMI | ||
USB | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) |
GPS | None | None |
Physical | ||
Environmental seal | ||
Water proofing | ||
Dust proofing | ||
Shock proofing | ||
Crush proofing | ||
Freeze proofing | ||
Weight | 146 grams (0.32 lbs) | 179 grams (0.39 lbs) |
Dimensions | 93 x 56 x 22mm (3.7" x 2.2" x 0.9") | 95 x 63 x 22mm (3.7" x 2.5" x 0.9") |
DXO scores | ||
DXO All around rating | not tested | not tested |
DXO Color Depth rating | not tested | not tested |
DXO Dynamic range rating | not tested | not tested |
DXO Low light rating | not tested | not tested |
Other | ||
Self timer | Yes (2 or 12 seconds) | Yes (12 seconds) |
Time lapse recording | ||
Type of storage | SD/SDHC, Internal | xD Picture Card, microSD Card, Internal |
Storage slots | 1 | 1 |
Retail cost | $130 | $259 |