Olympus FE-4030 vs Panasonic GX85
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Olympus FE-4030 vs Panasonic GX85 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)
- 16MP - Four Thirds Sensor
- 3" Tilting Display
- ISO 200 - 25600
- Sensor based 5-axis Image Stabilization
- No Anti-Alias Filter
- 3840 x 2160 video
- Micro Four Thirds Mount
- 426g - 122 x 71 x 44mm
- Revealed April 2016
- Alternate Name is Lumix DMC-GX80 / Lumix DMC-GX7 Mark II

Olympus FE-4030 vs Panasonic GX85 Overview
The following is a in depth analysis of the Olympus FE-4030 versus Panasonic GX85, former is a Small Sensor Compact while the other is a Advanced Mirrorless by companies Olympus and Panasonic. The sensor resolution of the FE-4030 (14MP) and the GX85 (16MP) is fairly similar but the FE-4030 (1/2.3") and GX85 (Four Thirds) come with totally different sensor size.

The FE-4030 was launched 7 years earlier than the GX85 which is quite a serious difference 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 GX85 being a Rangefinder-style mirrorless camera.
Before diving straight into a in depth comparison, below is a short synopsis of how the FE-4030 scores vs the GX85 with regards to portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.

Olympus FE-4030 vs Panasonic GX85 Gallery
The following is a sample of the gallery pictures for Olympus FE-4030 & Panasonic Lumix DMC-GX85. The complete galleries are viewable at Olympus FE-4030 Gallery & Panasonic GX85 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Olympus FE-4030 over the Panasonic GX85
FE-4030 | GX85 |
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Reasons to pick Panasonic GX85 over the Olympus FE-4030
GX85 | FE-4030 | |||
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Revealed | April 2016 | ![]() | January 2010 | Newer by 76 months |
Manually focus | ![]() | Dial accurate focusing | ||
Display type | Tilting | ![]() | Fixed | Tilting display |
Display sizing | 3" | ![]() | 2.7" | Larger display (+0.3") |
Display resolution | 1040k | ![]() | 230k | Clearer display (+810k dot) |
Touch display | ![]() | Easily navigate |
Common features in the Olympus FE-4030 and Panasonic GX85
FE-4030 | GX85 | |||
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Selfie screen | ![]() | Missing selfie screen |
Olympus FE-4030 vs Panasonic GX85 Physical Comparison
If you're intending to travel with your camera, you should take into account its weight and volume. The Olympus FE-4030 has physical measurements of 93mm x 56mm x 22mm (3.7" x 2.2" x 0.9") having a weight of 146 grams (0.32 lbs) whilst the Panasonic GX85 has sizing of 122mm x 71mm x 44mm (4.8" x 2.8" x 1.7") and a weight of 426 grams (0.94 lbs).
Compare the Olympus FE-4030 versus Panasonic GX85 in our brand new Camera plus Lens Size Comparison Tool.
Bear in mind, the weight of an ILC will change depending on the lens you are employing during that time. Underneath is the front view measurements comparison of the FE-4030 against the GX85.

Taking into consideration dimensions and weight, the portability grade of the FE-4030 and GX85 is 95 and 83 respectively.

Olympus FE-4030 vs Panasonic GX85 Sensor Comparison
More often than not, it is difficult to see the gap between sensor dimensions simply by reviewing specifications. The picture here might give you a much better sense of the sensor measurements in the FE-4030 and GX85.
To sum up, both the cameras enjoy different megapixel count and different sensor dimensions. The FE-4030 because of its tinier sensor will make shooting bokeh more challenging and the Panasonic GX85 will deliver greater detail utilizing its extra 2 Megapixels. Greater resolution will also allow you to crop pics far more aggressively. The more aged FE-4030 is going to be behind when it comes to sensor technology.

Olympus FE-4030 vs Panasonic GX85 Screen and ViewFinder


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Olympus FE-4030 vs Panasonic GX85 Specifications
Olympus FE-4030 | Panasonic Lumix DMC-GX85 | |
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General Information | ||
Brand Name | Olympus | Panasonic |
Model type | Olympus FE-4030 | Panasonic Lumix DMC-GX85 |
Also called | - | Lumix DMC-GX80 / Lumix DMC-GX7 Mark II |
Type | Small Sensor Compact | Advanced Mirrorless |
Introduced | 2010-01-07 | 2016-04-05 |
Physical type | Compact | Rangefinder-style mirrorless |
Sensor Information | ||
Chip | TruePic III | Venus Engine |
Sensor type | CCD | CMOS |
Sensor size | 1/2.3" | Four Thirds |
Sensor dimensions | 6.08 x 4.56mm | 17.3 x 13mm |
Sensor surface area | 27.7mm² | 224.9mm² |
Sensor resolution | 14MP | 16MP |
Anti alias filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 4:3 and 16:9 | 1:1, 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 |
Max resolution | 4288 x 3216 | 4592 x 3448 |
Max native ISO | 1600 | 25600 |
Lowest native ISO | 64 | 200 |
RAW format | ||
Lowest enhanced ISO | - | 100 |
Autofocusing | ||
Manual focusing | ||
Autofocus touch | ||
Continuous autofocus | ||
Autofocus single | ||
Autofocus tracking | ||
Selective autofocus | ||
Center weighted autofocus | ||
Autofocus multi area | ||
Autofocus live view | ||
Face detect autofocus | ||
Contract detect autofocus | ||
Phase detect autofocus | ||
Total focus points | - | 49 |
Lens | ||
Lens support | fixed lens | Micro Four Thirds |
Lens zoom range | 26-105mm (4.0x) | - |
Maximum aperture | f/2.6-5.9 | - |
Macro focusing range | 4cm | - |
Amount of lenses | - | 107 |
Crop factor | 5.9 | 2.1 |
Screen | ||
Type of display | Fixed Type | Tilting |
Display diagonal | 2.7" | 3" |
Resolution of display | 230k dots | 1,040k dots |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch screen | ||
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder type | None | Electronic |
Viewfinder resolution | - | 2,764k dots |
Viewfinder coverage | - | 100 percent |
Features | ||
Minimum shutter speed | 4 secs | 60 secs |
Fastest shutter speed | 1/2000 secs | 1/4000 secs |
Fastest quiet shutter speed | - | 1/16000 secs |
Continuous shutter rate | - | 8.0 frames per sec |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Manual mode | ||
Exposure compensation | - | Yes |
Change white balance | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Built-in flash | ||
Flash distance | 5.80 m | 6.00 m (at ISO 200) |
Flash modes | Auto, On, Off, Red-eye, Fill-in | Auto, auto w/redeye reduction, forced on, forced on w/redeye reduction, slow sync, slow sync w/redeye reduction, forced off |
Hot shoe | ||
Auto exposure 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) | 3840 x 2160 (30p, 24p), 1920 x 1080 (60p, 60i, 30p, 24p), 1280 x 720 (30p), 640 x 480 (30p) |
Max video resolution | 640x480 | 3840x2160 |
Video data format | Motion JPEG | MPEG-4, AVCHD |
Mic port | ||
Headphone port | ||
Connectivity | ||
Wireless | None | Built-In |
Bluetooth | ||
NFC | ||
HDMI | ||
USB | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) |
GPS | None | None |
Physical | ||
Environment sealing | ||
Water proofing | ||
Dust proofing | ||
Shock proofing | ||
Crush proofing | ||
Freeze proofing | ||
Weight | 146 gr (0.32 lbs) | 426 gr (0.94 lbs) |
Dimensions | 93 x 56 x 22mm (3.7" x 2.2" x 0.9") | 122 x 71 x 44mm (4.8" x 2.8" x 1.7") |
DXO scores | ||
DXO Overall rating | not tested | 71 |
DXO Color Depth rating | not tested | 22.9 |
DXO Dynamic range rating | not tested | 12.6 |
DXO Low light rating | not tested | 662 |
Other | ||
Battery life | - | 290 pictures |
Form of battery | - | Battery Pack |
Self timer | Yes (2 or 12 seconds) | Yes |
Time lapse recording | ||
Storage type | SD/SDHC, Internal | SD/SDHC/SDXC card |
Card slots | Single | Single |
Pricing at release | $130 | $800 |