Olympus FE-4030 vs Panasonic GM5

Lets look much closer at the Olympus FE-4030 vs Panasonic GM5, one is a Small Sensor Compact and the latter is a Entry-Level Mirrorless by brands Olympus and Panasonic. The resolution of the FE-4030 (14MP) and the GM5 (16MP) is relatively similar but the FE-4030 (1/2.3") and GM5 (Four Thirds) enjoy totally different sensor dimensions.

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The FE-4030 was unveiled 5 years before the GM5 which is quite a serious gap as far as technology is concerned. Both of the cameras offer different body type with the Olympus FE-4030 being a Compact camera and the Panasonic GM5 being a Rangefinder-style mirrorless camera.

Before we go through a more detailed comparison, below is a simple introduction of how the FE-4030 grades versus the GM5 when it comes to portability, imaging, features and an overall score.

Here is a preview of the gallery photos for Olympus FE-4030 and Panasonic Lumix DMC-GM5. The full galleries are provided at Olympus FE-4030 Gallery and Panasonic GM5 Gallery.

For anybody who is intending to carry around your camera frequently, you will want to factor in its weight and measurements. The Olympus FE-4030 enjoys outside measurements of 93mm x 56mm x 22mm (3.7" x 2.2" x 0.9") and a weight of 146 grams (0.32 lbs) whilst the Panasonic GM5 has proportions of 99mm x 60mm x 36mm (3.9" x 2.4" x 1.4") and a weight of 211 grams (0.47 lbs).

Check out the Olympus FE-4030 vs Panasonic GM5 in the new Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Keep in mind, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will vary dependant on the lens you choose at that moment. Here is the front view overall size comparison of the FE-4030 compared to the GM5.

Taking into consideration dimensions and weight, the portability score of the FE-4030 and GM5 is 95 and 91 respectively.

More often than not, it's tough to visualise the difference between sensor sizes merely by reviewing specs. The pic below may give you a more clear sense of the sensor measurements in the FE-4030 and GM5.

As you can plainly see, each of the cameras offer different resolutions and different sensor sizes. The FE-4030 using its tinier sensor will make achieving bokeh tougher and the Panasonic GM5 will deliver greater detail having an extra 2MP. Higher resolution can also allow you to crop pictures a little more aggressively. The more aged FE-4030 is going to be disadvantaged with regard to sensor tech.