Olympus FE-4030 vs Panasonic FH8

On this page, we will be evaluating the Olympus FE-4030 vs Panasonic FH8, both Small Sensor Compact digital cameras by manufacturers Olympus and Panasonic. The sensor resolution of the FE-4030 (14MP) and the FH8 (16MP) is pretty well matched and both cameras provide the same sensor size (1/2.3").

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The FE-4030 was introduced 24 months before the FH8 which makes them a generation away from one another. The two cameras have the same body design (Compact).

Before we go right into a more detailed comparison, here is a concise summation of how the FE-4030 grades vs the FH8 when it comes to portability, imaging, features and an overall score.

Below is a preview of the gallery images for Olympus FE-4030 and Panasonic Lumix DMC-FH8. The whole galleries are viewable at Olympus FE-4030 Gallery and Panasonic FH8 Gallery.

If you're aiming to carry around your camera often, you are going to need to consider its weight and dimensions. The Olympus FE-4030 comes with outside 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 Panasonic FH8 has dimensions of 96mm x 57mm x 19mm (3.8" x 2.2" x 0.7") accompanied by a weight of 123 grams (0.27 lbs).

Take a look at the Olympus FE-4030 vs Panasonic FH8 in the all new Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Take into consideration, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will change depending on the lens you are employing at that moment. Following is a front view proportions comparison of the FE-4030 compared to the FH8.

Factoring in dimensions and weight, the portability rating of the FE-4030 and FH8 is 95 and 96 respectively.

Normally, its difficult to picture the gap between sensor sizes just by looking at a spec sheet. The picture here may provide you a more clear sense of the sensor sizing in the FE-4030 and FH8.

Clearly, both of these cameras provide the same sensor dimensions albeit different resolution. You should expect the Panasonic FH8 to resolve greater detail using its extra 2MP. Higher resolution can also let you crop photographs more aggressively. The more aged FE-4030 is going to be disadvantaged in sensor innovation.