Olympus FE-4030 vs Panasonic FZ35
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Olympus FE-4030 vs Panasonic FZ35 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
- Introduced January 2010
(Full Review)
- 12MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 2.7" Fixed Screen
- ISO 80 - 6400
- Optical Image Stabilization
- 1280 x 720 video
- 27-486mm (F2.8-4.4) lens
- 397g - 118 x 76 x 89mm
- Launched July 2010
- Other Name is Lumix DMC-FZ38

Olympus FE-4030 vs Panasonic FZ35 Overview
On this page, we will be matching up the Olympus FE-4030 vs Panasonic FZ35, one being a Small Sensor Compact and the latter is a Small Sensor Superzoom by manufacturers Olympus and Panasonic. The image resolution of the FE-4030 (14MP) and the FZ35 (12MP) is pretty comparable and both cameras boast the same sensor dimensions (1/2.3").

The FE-4030 was introduced 6 months prior to the FZ35 and they are both of a similar generation. Both the cameras have different body design with the Olympus FE-4030 being a Compact camera and the Panasonic FZ35 being a SLR-like (bridge) camera.
Before diving into a complete comparison, here is a simple summation of how the FE-4030 grades against the FZ35 in regards to portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

Olympus FE-4030 vs Panasonic FZ35 Gallery
Below is a preview of the gallery images for Olympus FE-4030 and Panasonic Lumix DMC-FZ35. The whole galleries are available at Olympus FE-4030 Gallery and Panasonic FZ35 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Olympus FE-4030 over the Panasonic FZ35
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Reasons to pick Panasonic FZ35 over the Olympus FE-4030
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Manually focus | ![]() | Dial precise focus |
Common features in the Olympus FE-4030 and Panasonic FZ35
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Launched | January 2010 | ![]() | July 2010 | Same generation |
Screen type | Fixed | ![]() | Fixed | Fixed screen |
Screen dimensions | 2.7" | ![]() | 2.7" | Equal screen sizing |
Screen resolution | 230k | ![]() | 230k | Exact same screen resolution |
Selfie screen | ![]() | Neither features selfie screen | ||
Touch screen | ![]() | Missing Touch screen |
Olympus FE-4030 vs Panasonic FZ35 Physical Comparison
In case you're planning to carry your camera, you are going to need to take into account its weight and size. The Olympus FE-4030 enjoys external dimensions of 93mm x 56mm x 22mm (3.7" x 2.2" x 0.9") with a weight of 146 grams (0.32 lbs) while the Panasonic FZ35 has specifications of 118mm x 76mm x 89mm (4.6" x 3.0" x 3.5") with a weight of 397 grams (0.88 lbs).
Take a look at the Olympus FE-4030 vs Panasonic FZ35 in the all new Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.
Do not forget, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will change depending on the lens you are utilising during that time. Below is a front view scale comparison of the FE-4030 against the FZ35.

Taking into consideration size and weight, the portability rating of the FE-4030 and FZ35 is 95 and 72 respectively.

Olympus FE-4030 vs Panasonic FZ35 Sensor Comparison
Oftentimes, it's difficult to envision the gap in sensor sizing purely by checking out specifications. The visual here should provide you a better sense of the sensor sizes in the FE-4030 and FZ35.
Plainly, each of these cameras provide the same sensor dimensions albeit not the same resolution. You should expect the Olympus FE-4030 to show greater detail using its extra 2MP. Higher resolution will let you crop photographs more aggressively.

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Olympus FE-4030 vs Panasonic FZ35 Specifications
Olympus FE-4030 | Panasonic Lumix DMC-FZ35 | |
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General Information | ||
Manufacturer | Olympus | Panasonic |
Model | Olympus FE-4030 | Panasonic Lumix DMC-FZ35 |
Otherwise known as | - | Lumix DMC-FZ38 |
Type | Small Sensor Compact | Small Sensor Superzoom |
Introduced | 2010-01-07 | 2010-07-06 |
Physical type | Compact | SLR-like (bridge) |
Sensor Information | ||
Processor | TruePic III | Venus Engine V |
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 aliasing filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 4:3 and 16:9 | 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 |
Full resolution | 4288 x 3216 | 4000 x 3000 |
Max native ISO | 1600 | 6400 |
Min native ISO | 64 | 80 |
RAW support | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Manual focus | ||
Autofocus touch | ||
Autofocus continuous | ||
Autofocus single | ||
Tracking autofocus | ||
Autofocus selectice | ||
Autofocus center weighted | ||
Multi area autofocus | ||
Live view autofocus | ||
Face detect focus | ||
Contract detect focus | ||
Phase detect focus | ||
Lens | ||
Lens mounting type | fixed lens | fixed lens |
Lens focal range | 26-105mm (4.0x) | 27-486mm (18.0x) |
Maximum aperture | f/2.6-5.9 | f/2.8-4.4 |
Macro focus distance | 4cm | 1cm |
Focal length multiplier | 5.9 | 5.9 |
Screen | ||
Type of display | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
Display diagonal | 2.7 inch | 2.7 inch |
Display resolution | 230 thousand dots | 230 thousand dots |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch display | ||
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder type | None | Electronic |
Features | ||
Slowest shutter speed | 4 secs | 60 secs |
Maximum shutter speed | 1/2000 secs | 1/2000 secs |
Continuous shooting rate | - | 2.0fps |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Manually set exposure | ||
Exposure compensation | - | Yes |
Change white balance | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Built-in flash | ||
Flash range | 5.80 m | 8.50 m |
Flash options | Auto, On, Off, Red-eye, Fill-in | Auto, On, Off, Red-eye, Slow Sync |
Hot shoe | ||
AE 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), 848 x 480 (30 fps), 640 x 480 (30 fps), 320 x 240 (30 fps) |
Max video resolution | 640x480 | 1280x720 |
Video file format | Motion JPEG | AVCHD Lite, Motion JPEG |
Mic support | ||
Headphone support | ||
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 sealing | ||
Water proof | ||
Dust proof | ||
Shock proof | ||
Crush proof | ||
Freeze proof | ||
Weight | 146 grams (0.32 pounds) | 397 grams (0.88 pounds) |
Physical dimensions | 93 x 56 x 22mm (3.7" x 2.2" x 0.9") | 118 x 76 x 89mm (4.6" x 3.0" x 3.5") |
DXO scores | ||
DXO All around score | not tested | not tested |
DXO Color Depth score | not tested | not tested |
DXO Dynamic range score | not tested | not tested |
DXO Low light score | not tested | not tested |
Other | ||
Self timer | Yes (2 or 12 seconds) | Yes (2 or 10 sec, 10 sec (3 pictures)) |
Time lapse recording | ||
Storage type | SD/SDHC, Internal | SD/SDHC card, Internal |
Card slots | Single | Single |
Retail price | $130 | $999 |