Olympus FE-4030 vs Panasonic FS15

Following is a complete analysis of the Olympus FE-4030 versus Panasonic FS15, former is a Small Sensor Compact while the other is a Ultracompact by rivals Olympus and Panasonic. The sensor resolution of the FE-4030 (14MP) and the FS15 (12MP) is fairly comparable and both cameras provide the same sensor size (1/2.3").

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The FE-4030 was released 12 months after the FS15 which means that they are of a similar age. The two cameras have different body design with the Olympus FE-4030 being a Compact camera and the Panasonic FS15 being a Ultracompact camera.

Before we go right into a more detailed comparison, here is a quick summation of how the FE-4030 grades vs the FS15 with respect to portability, imaging, features and an overall score.

The following is a sample of the gallery pictures for Olympus FE-4030 & Panasonic Lumix DMC-FS15. The complete galleries are provided at Olympus FE-4030 Gallery & Panasonic FS15 Gallery.

If you are aiming to carry around your camera often, you should factor its weight and size. The Olympus FE-4030 offers exterior dimensions of 93mm x 56mm x 22mm (3.7" x 2.2" x 0.9") with a weight of 146 grams (0.32 lbs) and the Panasonic FS15 has specifications of 97mm x 54mm x 22mm (3.8" x 2.1" x 0.9") accompanied by a weight of 136 grams (0.30 lbs).

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Take into account, the weight of an ILC will change dependant on the lens you are utilizing at that time. Underneath is a front view proportions comparison of the FE-4030 and the FS15.

Taking into account dimensions and weight, the portability score of the FE-4030 and FS15 is 95 and 95 respectively.

Normally, it is hard to picture the gap in sensor sizes simply by going through a spec sheet. The pic below may provide you a better sense of the sensor dimensions in the FE-4030 and FS15.

As you can see, both of the cameras have the same sensor dimensions but different MP. You can anticipate the Olympus FE-4030 to show more detail as a result of its extra 2MP. Greater resolution will help you crop pics a bit more aggressively. The more recent FE-4030 should have an advantage when it comes to sensor tech.