Olympus FE-4030 vs Panasonic G1

Its time to look closer at the Olympus FE-4030 versus Panasonic G1, former being a Small Sensor Compact while the other is a Entry-Level Mirrorless by companies Olympus and Panasonic. The sensor resolution of the FE-4030 (14MP) and the G1 (12MP) is very comparable but the FE-4030 (1/2.3") and G1 (Four Thirds) posses different sensor sizes.

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The FE-4030 was manufactured 12 months later than the G1 so they are both of a similar age. Each of the cameras feature different body design with the Olympus FE-4030 being a Compact camera and the Panasonic G1 being a SLR-style mirrorless camera.

Before delving straight to a detailed comparison, here is a brief summation of how the FE-4030 matches up versus the G1 with regard to portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

Below is a sample of the gallery pics for Olympus FE-4030 & Panasonic Lumix DMC-G1. The entire galleries are provided at Olympus FE-4030 Gallery & Panasonic G1 Gallery.

In case you're aiming to carry your camera regularly, you're going to have to think about its weight and volume. The Olympus FE-4030 has physical dimensions of 93mm x 56mm x 22mm (3.7" x 2.2" x 0.9") having a weight of 146 grams (0.32 lbs) and the Panasonic G1 has sizing of 124mm x 84mm x 45mm (4.9" x 3.3" x 1.8") and a weight of 360 grams (0.79 lbs).

Examine the Olympus FE-4030 versus Panasonic G1 in our newest Camera & Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Take into consideration, the weight of an ILC will change depending on the lens you have at that moment. Following is a front view measurements comparison of the FE-4030 against the G1.

Taking into account size and weight, the portability grade of the FE-4030 and G1 is 95 and 82 respectively.

Generally, it is tough to picture the contrast in sensor sizing simply by going through a spec sheet. The photograph underneath might give you a more clear sense of the sensor dimensions in the FE-4030 and G1.

Clearly, both the cameras come with different megapixels and different sensor sizing. The FE-4030 featuring a smaller sensor is going to make shooting shallower depth of field more challenging and the Olympus FE-4030 will provide greater detail due to its extra 2 Megapixels. Greater resolution can also let you crop images a good deal more aggressively. The more modern FE-4030 should have a benefit when it comes to sensor tech.