Olympus FE-4030 vs Panasonic FH7
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Olympus FE-4030 vs Panasonic FH7 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
- Launched January 2010
(Full Review)
- 16MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 3" Fixed Display
- ISO 100 - 6400
- Optical Image Stabilization
- 1280 x 720 video
- 28-112mm (F3.1-6.5) lens
- 126g - 95 x 56 x 19mm
- Revealed September 2011
- Other Name is Lumix DMC-FS22
Olympus FE-4030 vs Panasonic FH7 Overview
On this page, we are analyzing the Olympus FE-4030 and Panasonic FH7, both Small Sensor Compact cameras by brands Olympus and Panasonic. The image resolution of the FE-4030 (14MP) and the FH7 (16MP) is very close and both cameras posses the same sensor sizing (1/2.3").
Apple Innovates by Creating Next-Level Optical Stabilization for iPhoneThe FE-4030 was released 20 months before the FH7 making them a generation apart from one another. Each of the cameras have the same body design (Compact).
Before we go into a step-by-step comparison, here is a brief view of how the FE-4030 scores versus the FH7 with respect to portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.
Olympus FE-4030 vs Panasonic FH7 Gallery
Below is a sample of the gallery pics for Olympus FE-4030 and Panasonic Lumix DMC-FH7. The complete galleries are available at Olympus FE-4030 Gallery and Panasonic FH7 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Olympus FE-4030 over the Panasonic FH7
FE-4030 | FH7 |
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Reasons to pick Panasonic FH7 over the Olympus FE-4030
FH7 | FE-4030 | |||
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Revealed | September 2011 | January 2010 | More recent by 20 months | |
Display dimensions | 3" | 2.7" | Larger display (+0.3") | |
Touch display | Easily navigate |
Common features in the Olympus FE-4030 and Panasonic FH7
FE-4030 | FH7 | |||
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Manual focus | Lack of manual focusing | |||
Display type | Fixed | Fixed | Fixed display | |
Display resolution | 230k | 230k | Identical display resolution | |
Selfie screen | Absent selfie screen |
Olympus FE-4030 vs Panasonic FH7 Physical Comparison
If you're aiming to lug around your camera often, you'll need to think about its weight and volume. The Olympus FE-4030 has got external measurements of 93mm x 56mm x 22mm (3.7" x 2.2" x 0.9") with a weight of 146 grams (0.32 lbs) whilst the Panasonic FH7 has sizing of 95mm x 56mm x 19mm (3.7" x 2.2" x 0.7") accompanied by a weight of 126 grams (0.28 lbs).
Check the Olympus FE-4030 and Panasonic FH7 in the new Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.Remember that, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will vary dependant on the lens you choose at that time. Underneath is a front view physical size comparison of the FE-4030 vs the FH7.
Considering dimensions and weight, the portability rating of the FE-4030 and FH7 is 95 and 96 respectively.
Olympus FE-4030 vs Panasonic FH7 Sensor Comparison
Normally, it can be hard to visualise the gap in sensor measurements simply by researching technical specs. The photograph below will give you a greater sense of the sensor measurements in the FE-4030 and FH7.
As you have seen, both of those cameras have the same sensor dimensions but not the same megapixels. You should expect to see the Panasonic FH7 to render more detail as a result of its extra 2 Megapixels. Greater resolution will help you crop pics a bit more aggressively. The older FE-4030 will be behind when it comes to sensor technology.
Olympus FE-4030 vs Panasonic FH7 Screen and ViewFinder
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Olympus FE-4030 vs Panasonic FH7 Specifications
Olympus FE-4030 | Panasonic Lumix DMC-FH7 | |
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General Information | ||
Company | Olympus | Panasonic |
Model | Olympus FE-4030 | Panasonic Lumix DMC-FH7 |
Other name | - | Lumix DMC-FS22 |
Category | Small Sensor Compact | Small Sensor Compact |
Launched | 2010-01-07 | 2011-09-07 |
Body design | Compact | Compact |
Sensor Information | ||
Powered by | TruePic III | Venus Engine IV |
Sensor type | CCD | CCD |
Sensor size | 1/2.3" | 1/2.3" |
Sensor measurements | 6.08 x 4.56mm | 6.08 x 4.56mm |
Sensor area | 27.7mm² | 27.7mm² |
Sensor resolution | 14 megapixels | 16 megapixels |
Anti aliasing filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 4:3 and 16:9 | 1:1, 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 |
Full resolution | 4288 x 3216 | 4608 x 3456 |
Max native ISO | 1600 | 6400 |
Min native ISO | 64 | 100 |
RAW format | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Manual focus | ||
Touch to focus | ||
Continuous AF | ||
AF single | ||
AF tracking | ||
Selective AF | ||
Center weighted AF | ||
AF multi area | ||
AF live view | ||
Face detect focusing | ||
Contract detect focusing | ||
Phase detect focusing | ||
Number of focus points | - | 11 |
Lens | ||
Lens mount | fixed lens | fixed lens |
Lens focal range | 26-105mm (4.0x) | 28-112mm (4.0x) |
Highest aperture | f/2.6-5.9 | f/3.1-6.5 |
Macro focus range | 4cm | 5cm |
Focal length multiplier | 5.9 | 5.9 |
Screen | ||
Display type | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
Display size | 2.7 inches | 3 inches |
Display resolution | 230k dot | 230k dot |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch screen | ||
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder type | None | None |
Features | ||
Slowest shutter speed | 4 seconds | 60 seconds |
Maximum shutter speed | 1/2000 seconds | 1/1600 seconds |
Continuous shooting speed | - | 4.0 frames/s |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Manually set exposure | ||
Custom WB | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Inbuilt flash | ||
Flash range | 5.80 m | 3.30 m |
Flash options | Auto, On, Off, Red-eye, Fill-in | Auto, On, Off, Red-Eye reduction |
External flash | ||
AEB | ||
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), 640 x 480 (30 fps), 320 x 240 (30 fps) |
Max video resolution | 640x480 | 1280x720 |
Video file format | Motion JPEG | Motion JPEG |
Microphone 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 proof | ||
Dust proof | ||
Shock proof | ||
Crush proof | ||
Freeze proof | ||
Weight | 146g (0.32 lb) | 126g (0.28 lb) |
Physical dimensions | 93 x 56 x 22mm (3.7" x 2.2" x 0.9") | 95 x 56 x 19mm (3.7" x 2.2" x 0.7") |
DXO scores | ||
DXO All around score | not tested | not tested |
DXO Color Depth score | not tested | not tested |
DXO Dynamic range score | not tested | not tested |
DXO Low light score | not tested | not tested |
Other | ||
Battery life | - | 260 shots |
Battery format | - | Battery Pack |
Self timer | Yes (2 or 12 seconds) | Yes (2 or 10 sec) |
Time lapse shooting | ||
Storage media | SD/SDHC, Internal | SD/SDHC/SDXC, Internal |
Storage slots | One | One |
Retail cost | $130 | $149 |