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Olympus FE-4030 vs Panasonic FS25

Portability
95
Imaging
36
Features
21
Overall
30
Olympus FE-4030 front
 
Panasonic Lumix DMC-FS25 front
Portability
95
Imaging
34
Features
24
Overall
30

Olympus FE-4030 vs Panasonic FS25 Key Specs

Olympus FE-4030
(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
Panasonic FS25
(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
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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").

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The 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.

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Reasons to pick Olympus FE-4030 over the Panasonic FS25

 FE-4030 FS25 
ReleasedJanuary 2010January 2009More modern by 12 months

Reasons to pick Panasonic FS25 over the Olympus FE-4030

 FS25 FE-4030 
Display sizing3"2.7"Larger display (+0.3")

Common features in the Olympus FE-4030 and Panasonic FS25

 FE-4030 FS25 
Manually focus No manual focus
Display typeFixed Fixed Fixed display
Display resolution230k230kThe 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. Camera Size Comparison with Lenses

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.

Olympus FE-4030 vs Panasonic FS25 size comparison

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 top view buttons comparison

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.

Olympus FE-4030 vs Panasonic FS25 sensor size comparison

Olympus FE-4030 vs Panasonic FS25 Screen and ViewFinder

Olympus FE-4030 vs Panasonic FS25 Screen and Viewfinder comparison
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Photography Type Scores

Portrait Comparison

Olympus FE-4030 Portrait photography factors
Panasonic FS25 Portrait photography factors
28
decent megapixels (14MP)
manual focus not available
manual exposure not available
no external flash support
sensor is tiny (1/2.3")
doesn't have RAW files
26
includes face detect focus
manual focus not available
manual exposure not available
no external flash support
low resolution (12MP)
tiny sensor size (1/2.3")
doesn't have RAW format
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Street Comparison

Olympus FE-4030 Street photography details
Panasonic FS25 Street photography details
48
screen does not articulate
no image stabilization
sensor is tiny (1/2.3")
doesn't have RAW files
56
built in image stabilization (Optical)
screen does not articulate
tiny sensor size (1/2.3")
doesn't have RAW format
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Sports Comparison

Olympus FE-4030 Sports photography factors
Panasonic FS25 Sports photography factors
34
decent megapixels (14MP)
provides tracking autofocus
no shutter priority mode
no image stabilization
sensor is tiny (1/2.3")
doesn't have phase detect AF
25
built in image stabilization (Optical)
max frames per second very slow (2.0 fps)
no shutter priority mode
low resolution (12MP)
tiny sensor size (1/2.3")
doesn't have phase detect auto focus
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Travel Comparison

Olympus FE-4030 Travel photography information
Panasonic FS25 Travel photography information
65
decent megapixels (14 megapixels)
flash built-in
pretty wide (26mm)
does not have Timelapse function
does not offer selfie friendly screen
somewhat slow max aperture (f2.6)
51
flash built-in
does not have Time Lapse mode
low resolution (12MP)
display is not selfie friendly
wide angle not the best (29mm)
somewhat slow max aperture (f3.3)
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Landscape Comparison

Olympus FE-4030 Landscape photography information
Panasonic FS25 Landscape photography information
32
pretty wide (26mm)
decent megapixels (14MP)
manual focus not available
cannot switch lenses (fixed lens mount)
somewhat slow max aperture (f2.6)
small screen (2.7 inch)
manual exposure not available
no image stabilization
sensor is tiny (1/2.3")
doesn't have RAW files
does not have Timelapse function
32
pretty good screen size (3")
built in image stabilization (Optical)
manual focus not available
fixed lens (fixed lens mount)
wide angle not the best (29mm)
somewhat slow max aperture (f3.3)
manual exposure not available
low resolution (12 megapixels)
tiny sensor size (1/2.3")
doesn't have RAW format
does not have Time Lapse mode
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Vlogging Comparison

Olympus FE-4030 Vlogging details
Panasonic FS25 Vlogging details
25
pretty wide (26mm)
somewhat slow max aperture (f2.6)
does not offer selfie friendly screen
no image stabilization
video resolution low (640 x 480 resolution)
does not have external microphone socket
28
built in image stabilization (Optical)
includes face detect focus
wide angle not the best (29mm)
somewhat slow max aperture (f3.3)
display is not selfie friendly
low res video (640 x 480 pixels)
does not have mic jack
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Olympus FE-4030 vs Panasonic FS25 Specifications

Detailed spec comparison table for Olympus FE-4030 and Panasonic FS25
 Olympus FE-4030Panasonic Lumix DMC-FS25
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