Olympus FE-4030 vs Panasonic LS5

In this article, we will be evaluating the Olympus FE-4030 and Panasonic LS5, both Small Sensor Compact cameras by rivals Olympus and Panasonic. The resolution of the FE-4030 (14MP) and the LS5 (14MP) is relatively comparable and they come with the same exact sensor sizing (1/2.3").

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The FE-4030 was introduced 18 months prior to the LS5 which makes the cameras a generation apart from one another. Both cameras offer the identical body type (Compact).

Before going in to a step-by-step comparison, below is a simple overview of how the FE-4030 scores vs the LS5 in regards to portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.

Following is a preview of the gallery photos for Olympus FE-4030 & Panasonic Lumix DMC-LS5. The whole galleries are provided at Olympus FE-4030 Gallery & Panasonic LS5 Gallery.

For those who are going to lug around your camera often, you're going to have to take into account its weight and dimensions. The Olympus FE-4030 has exterior measurements of 93mm x 56mm x 22mm (3.7" x 2.2" x 0.9") and a weight of 146 grams (0.32 lbs) while the Panasonic LS5 has dimensions of 97mm x 62mm x 27mm (3.8" x 2.4" x 1.1") along with a weight of 126 grams (0.28 lbs).

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Don't forget, the weight of an ILC will change depending on the lens you choose during that time. The following is the front view proportions comparison of the FE-4030 compared to the LS5.

Taking into account dimensions and weight, the portability score of the FE-4030 and LS5 is 95 and 94 respectively.

Normally, it is very hard to visualise the gap in sensor measurements simply by checking out specifications. The visual below will provide you a better sense of the sensor measurements in the FE-4030 and LS5.

Plainly, both of the cameras offer the same exact sensor sizing and the same resolution and you can expect comparable quality of images but you will need to factor the age of the cameras into account. The older FE-4030 will be disadvantaged when it comes to sensor innovation.