Olympus FE-4030 vs Panasonic FH1
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Olympus FE-4030 vs Panasonic FH1 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
- Introduced January 2010
(Full Review)
- 12MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 2.7" Fixed Screen
- ISO 80 - 6400
- Optical Image Stabilization
- 1280 x 720 video
- 28-140mm (F2.8-6.9) lens
- 163g - 98 x 55 x 23mm
- Released January 2010
- Alternate Name is Lumix DMC-FS10

Olympus FE-4030 vs Panasonic FH1 Overview
Here is a comprehensive analysis of the Olympus FE-4030 and Panasonic FH1, both Small Sensor Compact cameras by competitors Olympus and Panasonic. The sensor resolution of the FE-4030 (14MP) and the FH1 (12MP) is relatively close and they feature the same exact sensor measurements (1/2.3").

The FE-4030 was brought out within a month of the FH1 and they are both of a similar age. The two cameras offer the identical body type (Compact).
Before delving in to a detailed comparison, below is a quick summation of how the FE-4030 grades vs the FH1 in regards to portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

Olympus FE-4030 vs Panasonic FH1 Gallery
Here is a preview of the gallery photos for Olympus FE-4030 & Panasonic Lumix DMC-FH1. The entire galleries are available at Olympus FE-4030 Gallery & Panasonic FH1 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Olympus FE-4030 over the Panasonic FH1
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Reasons to pick Panasonic FH1 over the Olympus FE-4030
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Common features in the Olympus FE-4030 and Panasonic FH1
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Released | January 2010 | ![]() | January 2010 | Same age |
Manual focus | ![]() | Lack of manual focusing | ||
Screen type | Fixed | ![]() | Fixed | Fixed screen |
Screen sizing | 2.7" | ![]() | 2.7" | Equivalent screen measurements |
Screen resolution | 230k | ![]() | 230k | Same screen resolution |
Selfie screen | ![]() | Neither comes with selfie screen | ||
Touch screen | ![]() | Neither comes with Touch screen |
Olympus FE-4030 vs Panasonic FH1 Physical Comparison
If you're looking to carry your camera, you have to think about its weight and size. The Olympus FE-4030 comes with external dimensions of 93mm x 56mm x 22mm (3.7" x 2.2" x 0.9") along with a weight of 146 grams (0.32 lbs) and the Panasonic FH1 has specifications of 98mm x 55mm x 23mm (3.9" x 2.2" x 0.9") having a weight of 163 grams (0.36 lbs).
Take a look at the Olympus FE-4030 and Panasonic FH1 in our newest Camera plus Lens Size Comparison Tool.
Always remember, the weight of an ILC will differ depending on the lens you have attached at that time. Below is the front view size comparison of the FE-4030 compared to the FH1.

Taking into account dimensions and weight, the portability grade of the FE-4030 and FH1 is 95 and 95 respectively.

Olympus FE-4030 vs Panasonic FH1 Sensor Comparison
Sometimes, it can be hard to picture the contrast in sensor sizing simply by researching technical specs. The graphic underneath may provide you a much better sense of the sensor dimensions in the FE-4030 and FH1.
As you have seen, the 2 cameras offer the same exact sensor sizing albeit different megapixels. You can count on the Olympus FE-4030 to render more detail having its extra 2 Megapixels. Higher resolution can also make it easier to crop photographs a little more aggressively.

Olympus FE-4030 vs Panasonic FH1 Screen and ViewFinder


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Olympus FE-4030 vs Panasonic FH1 Specifications
Olympus FE-4030 | Panasonic Lumix DMC-FH1 | |
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General Information | ||
Company | Olympus | Panasonic |
Model type | Olympus FE-4030 | Panasonic Lumix DMC-FH1 |
Otherwise known as | - | Lumix DMC-FS10 |
Category | Small Sensor Compact | Small Sensor Compact |
Introduced | 2010-01-07 | 2010-01-06 |
Body design | Compact | Compact |
Sensor Information | ||
Powered by | TruePic III | - |
Sensor type | CCD | CCD |
Sensor size | 1/2.3" | 1/2.3" |
Sensor dimensions | 6.08 x 4.56mm | 6.08 x 4.56mm |
Sensor surface area | 27.7mm² | 27.7mm² |
Sensor resolution | 14 megapixels | 12 megapixels |
Anti alias filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 4:3 and 16:9 | 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 |
Highest resolution | 4288 x 3216 | 4000 x 3000 |
Highest native ISO | 1600 | 6400 |
Minimum native ISO | 64 | 80 |
RAW images | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Manual focusing | ||
Touch focus | ||
Autofocus continuous | ||
Autofocus single | ||
Autofocus tracking | ||
Selective autofocus | ||
Center weighted autofocus | ||
Multi area autofocus | ||
Autofocus live view | ||
Face detect autofocus | ||
Contract detect autofocus | ||
Phase detect autofocus | ||
Total focus points | - | 9 |
Lens | ||
Lens mount type | fixed lens | fixed lens |
Lens zoom range | 26-105mm (4.0x) | 28-140mm (5.0x) |
Max aperture | f/2.6-5.9 | f/2.8-6.9 |
Macro focusing range | 4cm | 5cm |
Crop factor | 5.9 | 5.9 |
Screen | ||
Display type | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
Display size | 2.7 inches | 2.7 inches |
Resolution of display | 230k dot | 230k dot |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch capability | ||
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder | None | None |
Features | ||
Lowest shutter speed | 4 seconds | 60 seconds |
Highest shutter speed | 1/2000 seconds | 1/1600 seconds |
Continuous shooting speed | - | 6.0 frames/s |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Manually set exposure | ||
Set white balance | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Integrated flash | ||
Flash distance | 5.80 m | 6.80 m |
Flash modes | Auto, On, Off, Red-eye, Fill-in | Auto, On, Off, Red-eye, Slow Syncro |
External flash | ||
Auto exposure bracketing | ||
White balance bracketing | ||
Exposure | ||
Multisegment exposure | ||
Average exposure | ||
Spot exposure | ||
Partial exposure | ||
AF area exposure | ||
Center weighted exposure | ||
Video features | ||
Supported video resolutions | 640 x 480 (30 fps), 320 x 240 (30 fps) | 1280 x 720 (30 fps), 848 x 480 (30 fps), 640 x 480 (30 fps), 320 x 240 (30 fps) |
Highest video resolution | 640x480 | 1280x720 |
Video 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 | ||
Environment seal | ||
Water proofing | ||
Dust proofing | ||
Shock proofing | ||
Crush proofing | ||
Freeze proofing | ||
Weight | 146 grams (0.32 lbs) | 163 grams (0.36 lbs) |
Dimensions | 93 x 56 x 22mm (3.7" x 2.2" x 0.9") | 98 x 55 x 23mm (3.9" x 2.2" 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 (2 or 10 sec) |
Time lapse feature | ||
Storage media | SD/SDHC, Internal | SD/SDHC/SDXC card, Internal |
Storage slots | 1 | 1 |
Retail pricing | $130 | $150 |