Olympus FE-4030 vs Panasonic FP5
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Olympus FE-4030 vs Panasonic FP5 Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 14MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 2.7" Fixed Screen
- 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)
- 14MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 3" Fixed Screen
- ISO 100 - 6400
- Optical Image Stabilization
- 1280 x 720 video
- 35-140mm (F3.5-5.9) lens
- 141g - 101 x 59 x 18mm
- Introduced January 2011
Olympus FE-4030 vs Panasonic FP5 Overview
Here, we will be analyzing the Olympus FE-4030 versus Panasonic FP5, one is a Small Sensor Compact and the latter is a Ultracompact by manufacturers Olympus and Panasonic. The sensor resolution of the FE-4030 (14MP) and the FP5 (14MP) is pretty close and both cameras provide the identical sensor size (1/2.3").
Photobucket discusses licensing 13 billion images with AI firmsThe FE-4030 was introduced 12 months before the FP5 which means that they are of a similar generation. Each of these cameras feature different body design with the Olympus FE-4030 being a Compact camera and the Panasonic FP5 being a Ultracompact camera.
Before diving straight to a in-depth comparison, here is a quick introduction of how the FE-4030 matches up vs the FP5 with respect to portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.
Olympus FE-4030 vs Panasonic FP5 Gallery
The following is a preview of the gallery images for Olympus FE-4030 and Panasonic Lumix DMC-FP5. The whole galleries are viewable at Olympus FE-4030 Gallery and Panasonic FP5 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Olympus FE-4030 over the Panasonic FP5
FE-4030 | FP5 |
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Reasons to pick Panasonic FP5 over the Olympus FE-4030
FP5 | FE-4030 | |||
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Introduced | January 2011 | January 2010 | Newer by 12 months | |
Screen size | 3" | 2.7" | Bigger screen (+0.3") | |
Touch screen | Quickly navigate |
Common features in the Olympus FE-4030 and Panasonic FP5
FE-4030 | FP5 | |||
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Manually focus | No manual focus | |||
Screen type | Fixed | Fixed | Fixed screen | |
Screen resolution | 230k | 230k | The same screen resolution | |
Selfie screen | Neither contains selfie screen |
Olympus FE-4030 vs Panasonic FP5 Physical Comparison
When you are looking to travel with your camera, you'll have to think about its weight and dimensions. The Olympus FE-4030 has got outside 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 Panasonic FP5 has dimensions of 101mm x 59mm x 18mm (4.0" x 2.3" x 0.7") and a weight of 141 grams (0.31 lbs).
Contrast the Olympus FE-4030 versus Panasonic FP5 in the latest Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.Keep in mind, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will differ depending on the lens you select during that time. Following is a front view dimension comparison of the FE-4030 compared to the FP5.
Considering dimensions and weight, the portability rating of the FE-4030 and FP5 is 95 and 95 respectively.
Olympus FE-4030 vs Panasonic FP5 Sensor Comparison
Quite often, it's difficult to envision the gap in sensor dimensions simply by looking through technical specs. The pic below will help give you a greater sense of the sensor dimensions in the FE-4030 and FP5.
As you can tell, both of those cameras come with the identical sensor size and the identical MP therefore you should expect comparable quality of images but you might want to take the release date of the cameras into account. The more aged FE-4030 will be behind when it comes to sensor innovation.
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Olympus FE-4030 vs Panasonic FP5 Specifications
Olympus FE-4030 | Panasonic Lumix DMC-FP5 | |
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General Information | ||
Brand | Olympus | Panasonic |
Model type | Olympus FE-4030 | Panasonic Lumix DMC-FP5 |
Class | Small Sensor Compact | Ultracompact |
Launched | 2010-01-07 | 2011-01-05 |
Body design | Compact | Ultracompact |
Sensor Information | ||
Processor | 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 | 14 megapixels |
Anti alias filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 4:3 and 16:9 | 1:1, 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 |
Highest resolution | 4288 x 3216 | 4320 x 3240 |
Highest native ISO | 1600 | 6400 |
Lowest native ISO | 64 | 100 |
RAW format | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Manual focusing | ||
Touch to focus | ||
Continuous autofocus | ||
Autofocus single | ||
Tracking autofocus | ||
Autofocus selectice | ||
Center weighted autofocus | ||
Autofocus multi area | ||
Live view autofocus | ||
Face detection autofocus | ||
Contract detection autofocus | ||
Phase detection autofocus | ||
Total focus points | - | 11 |
Lens | ||
Lens mount type | fixed lens | fixed lens |
Lens zoom range | 26-105mm (4.0x) | 35-140mm (4.0x) |
Maximum aperture | f/2.6-5.9 | f/3.5-5.9 |
Macro focusing range | 4cm | 10cm |
Focal length multiplier | 5.9 | 5.9 |
Screen | ||
Range of screen | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
Screen diagonal | 2.7" | 3" |
Screen resolution | 230k dot | 230k dot |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch functionality | ||
Screen tech | - | TFT Touch Screen LCD |
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder type | None | None |
Features | ||
Slowest shutter speed | 4 secs | 60 secs |
Maximum shutter speed | 1/2000 secs | 1/1600 secs |
Continuous shooting speed | - | 6.0 frames/s |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Manual exposure | ||
Change white balance | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Integrated flash | ||
Flash distance | 5.80 m | 4.90 m |
Flash options | Auto, On, Off, Red-eye, Fill-in | Auto, On, Off, Red-Eye reduction |
External flash | ||
Auto exposure bracketing | ||
White balance bracketing | ||
Exposure | ||
Multisegment | ||
Average | ||
Spot | ||
Partial | ||
AF area | ||
Center weighted | ||
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) |
Highest video resolution | 640x480 | 1280x720 |
Video 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 proofing | ||
Dust proofing | ||
Shock proofing | ||
Crush proofing | ||
Freeze proofing | ||
Weight | 146g (0.32 lb) | 141g (0.31 lb) |
Physical dimensions | 93 x 56 x 22mm (3.7" x 2.2" x 0.9") | 101 x 59 x 18mm (4.0" x 2.3" x 0.7") |
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 | ||
Battery life | - | 260 pictures |
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 | 1 | 1 |
Launch pricing | $130 | $199 |