Olympus FE-4030 vs Panasonic FS25
95 Imaging
36 Features
21 Overall
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95 Imaging
34 Features
24 Overall
30
Olympus FE-4030 vs Panasonic FS25 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
- Revealed January 2010
(Full Review)
- 12MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 3" Fixed Display
- ISO 80 - 1600 (Bump to 6400)
- Optical Image Stabilization
- 640 x 480 video
- 29-145mm (F3.3-5.9) lens
- 148g - 97 x 58 x 22mm
- Released January 2009
Olympus FE-4030 vs Panasonic FS25 Overview
In this write-up, we are comparing the Olympus FE-4030 versus Panasonic FS25, both Small Sensor Compact digital cameras by rivals Olympus and Panasonic. The sensor resolution of the FE-4030 (14MP) and the FS25 (12MP) is fairly well matched and they enjoy the same exact sensor size (1/2.3").
Japan-exclusive Leica Leitz Phone 3 features big sensor and new modesThe FE-4030 was introduced 12 months after the FS25 and they are of a similar generation. Both the cameras offer the identical body type (Compact).
Before delving through a in depth comparison, below is a concise highlight of how the FE-4030 grades against the FS25 in the way of portability, imaging, features and an overall score.
Olympus FE-4030 vs Panasonic FS25 Gallery
Here is a sample of the gallery pictures for Olympus FE-4030 and Panasonic Lumix DMC-FS25. The whole galleries are available at Olympus FE-4030 Gallery and Panasonic FS25 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Olympus FE-4030 over the Panasonic FS25
FE-4030 | FS25 | |||
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Released | January 2010 | January 2009 | More modern by 12 months |
Reasons to pick Panasonic FS25 over the Olympus FE-4030
FS25 | FE-4030 | |||
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Display sizing | 3" | 2.7" | Larger display (+0.3") |
Common features in the Olympus FE-4030 and Panasonic FS25
FE-4030 | FS25 | |||
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Manually focus | No manual focus | |||
Display type | Fixed | Fixed | Fixed display | |
Display resolution | 230k | 230k | The same display resolution | |
Selfie screen | Lack of selfie screen | |||
Touch display | Lack of Touch display |
Olympus FE-4030 vs Panasonic FS25 Physical Comparison
For anybody who is planning to carry around your camera often, you should think about its weight and dimensions. The Olympus FE-4030 enjoys exterior 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) whilst the Panasonic FS25 has dimensions of 97mm x 58mm x 22mm (3.8" x 2.3" x 0.9") accompanied by a weight of 148 grams (0.33 lbs).
Check the Olympus FE-4030 versus Panasonic FS25 in the latest Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.Do not forget, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will vary depending on the lens you are utilising at the time. The following is the front view overall size comparison of the FE-4030 and the FS25.
Factoring in dimensions and weight, the portability rating of the FE-4030 and FS25 is 95 and 95 respectively.
Olympus FE-4030 vs Panasonic FS25 Sensor Comparison
More often than not, its tough to visualise the contrast between sensor sizes just by checking specifications. The picture below may offer you a better sense of the sensor sizes in the FE-4030 and FS25.
Plainly, both of the cameras offer the same exact sensor sizing but not the same MP. You should anticipate the Olympus FE-4030 to give extra detail using its extra 2MP. Greater resolution can also allow you to crop photos a little more aggressively. The more modern FE-4030 will have an edge with regard to sensor technology.
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Olympus FE-4030 vs Panasonic FS25 Specifications
Olympus FE-4030 | Panasonic Lumix DMC-FS25 | |
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General Information | ||
Company | Olympus | Panasonic |
Model type | Olympus FE-4030 | Panasonic Lumix DMC-FS25 |
Category | Small Sensor Compact | Small Sensor Compact |
Revealed | 2010-01-07 | 2009-01-27 |
Body design | Compact | Compact |
Sensor Information | ||
Processor | 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 area | 27.7mm² | 27.7mm² |
Sensor resolution | 14 megapixel | 12 megapixel |
Anti alias filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 4:3 and 16:9 | 16:9, 4:3 and 3:2 |
Highest resolution | 4288 x 3216 | 4000 x 3000 |
Highest native ISO | 1600 | 1600 |
Highest boosted ISO | - | 6400 |
Minimum native ISO | 64 | 80 |
RAW support | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Manual focusing | ||
AF touch | ||
Continuous AF | ||
Single AF | ||
AF tracking | ||
Selective AF | ||
Center weighted AF | ||
AF multi area | ||
AF live view | ||
Face detect focusing | ||
Contract detect focusing | ||
Phase detect focusing | ||
Total focus points | - | 11 |
Lens | ||
Lens support | fixed lens | fixed lens |
Lens zoom range | 26-105mm (4.0x) | 29-145mm (5.0x) |
Maximal aperture | f/2.6-5.9 | f/3.3-5.9 |
Macro focusing distance | 4cm | 5cm |
Focal length multiplier | 5.9 | 5.9 |
Screen | ||
Range of display | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
Display sizing | 2.7 inches | 3 inches |
Display resolution | 230k dot | 230k dot |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch screen | ||
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder | None | None |
Features | ||
Slowest shutter speed | 4 seconds | 60 seconds |
Maximum shutter speed | 1/2000 seconds | 1/2000 seconds |
Continuous shooting speed | - | 2.0 frames per sec |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Expose Manually | ||
Custom WB | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Built-in flash | ||
Flash distance | 5.80 m | 5.30 m |
Flash modes | Auto, On, Off, Red-eye, Fill-in | Auto, On, Off, Red-Eye reduction, Slow Sync |
External flash | ||
AEB | ||
White balance bracketing | ||
Exposure | ||
Multisegment metering | ||
Average metering | ||
Spot metering | ||
Partial metering | ||
AF area metering | ||
Center weighted metering | ||
Video features | ||
Supported video resolutions | 640 x 480 (30 fps), 320 x 240 (30 fps) | 848 x 480 (30 fps), 640 x 480 (30 fps), 320 x 240 (30 fps) |
Highest video resolution | 640x480 | 640x480 |
Video data 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 | ||
Environmental seal | ||
Water proofing | ||
Dust proofing | ||
Shock proofing | ||
Crush proofing | ||
Freeze proofing | ||
Weight | 146 grams (0.32 lbs) | 148 grams (0.33 lbs) |
Dimensions | 93 x 56 x 22mm (3.7" x 2.2" x 0.9") | 97 x 58 x 22mm (3.8" x 2.3" 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/MMC/SDHC card, Internal |
Storage slots | One | One |
Retail cost | $130 | $230 |