Olympus FE-4030 vs Olympus VG-145

Here, we will be reviewing the Olympus FE-4030 vs Olympus VG-145, former is a Small Sensor Compact while the latter is a Ultracompact and both of them are offered by Olympus. The sensor resolution of the FE-4030 (14MP) and the VG-145 (14MP) is relatively close and both cameras provide the identical sensor measurements (1/2.3").

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The FE-4030 was brought out 18 months prior to the VG-145 which makes them a generation away from each other. Both of the cameras feature different body design with the Olympus FE-4030 being a Compact camera and the Olympus VG-145 being a Ultracompact camera.

Before diving straight to a in depth comparison, here is a quick synopsis of how the FE-4030 scores versus the VG-145 in the way of portability, imaging, features and an overall score.

The following is a preview of the gallery photos for Olympus FE-4030 & Olympus VG-145. The entire galleries are provided at Olympus FE-4030 Gallery & Olympus VG-145 Gallery.

If you are intending to carry around your camera often, you will need to think about its weight and volume. The Olympus FE-4030 features external dimensions of 93mm x 56mm x 22mm (3.7" x 2.2" x 0.9") and a weight of 146 grams (0.32 lbs) whilst the Olympus VG-145 has sizing of 96mm x 57mm x 19mm (3.8" x 2.2" x 0.7") with a weight of 120 grams (0.26 lbs).

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Keep in mind, the weight of an ILC will vary based on the lens you use at the time. Below is a front view measurements comparison of the FE-4030 compared to the VG-145.

Using size and weight, the portability rating of the FE-4030 and VG-145 is 95 and 96 respectively.

Often, it is tough to envision the contrast in sensor sizes just by looking through specifications. The picture underneath may give you a greater sense of the sensor dimensions in the FE-4030 and VG-145.

To sum up, both of those cameras come with the identical sensor size and the exact same resolution so you can expect comparable quality of files however you have to factor the age of the cameras into account. The more aged FE-4030 will be disadvantaged in sensor tech.