Olympus FE-4030 vs Panasonic S1
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Olympus FE-4030 vs Panasonic S1 Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 14MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 2.7" Fixed Screen
- ISO 64 - 1600
- 640 x 480 video
- 26-105mm (F2.6-5.9) lens
- 146g - 93 x 56 x 22mm
- Launched January 2010
(Full Review)
- 12MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 2.7" Fixed Display
- ISO 100 - 6400
- Optical Image Stabilization
- 1280 x 720 video
- 28-112mm (F3.1-5.6) lens
- 117g - 99 x 59 x 21mm
- Launched January 2011
Olympus FE-4030 vs Panasonic S1 Overview
Here is a comprehensive comparison of the Olympus FE-4030 versus Panasonic S1, both Small Sensor Compact cameras by brands Olympus and Panasonic. The resolution of the FE-4030 (14MP) and the S1 (12MP) is fairly comparable and both cameras boast the identical sensor sizes (1/2.3").
Apple Innovates by Creating Next-Level Optical Stabilization for iPhoneThe FE-4030 was unveiled 12 months earlier than the S1 so they are both of a similar age. The two cameras feature the same body design (Compact).
Before diving straight to a thorough comparison, here is a quick highlight of how the FE-4030 grades vs the S1 with respect to portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.
Olympus FE-4030 vs Panasonic S1 Gallery
Following is a sample of the gallery pictures for Olympus FE-4030 & Panasonic Lumix DMC-S1. The full galleries are available at Olympus FE-4030 Gallery & Panasonic S1 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Olympus FE-4030 over the Panasonic S1
FE-4030 | S1 |
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Reasons to pick Panasonic S1 over the Olympus FE-4030
S1 | FE-4030 | |||
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Launched | January 2011 | January 2010 | Fresher by 12 months |
Common features in the Olympus FE-4030 and Panasonic S1
FE-4030 | S1 | |||
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Manual focus | Lack of manual focusing | |||
Display type | Fixed | Fixed | Fixed display | |
Display size | 2.7" | 2.7" | Same display dimensions | |
Display resolution | 230k | 230k | Identical display resolution | |
Selfie screen | Neither comes with selfie screen | |||
Touch friendly display | Neither comes with Touch friendly display |
Olympus FE-4030 vs Panasonic S1 Physical Comparison
If you're planning to carry your camera frequently, you are going to need to take into account its weight and measurements. The Olympus FE-4030 comes with outer measurements of 93mm x 56mm x 22mm (3.7" x 2.2" x 0.9") along with a weight of 146 grams (0.32 lbs) and the Panasonic S1 has proportions of 99mm x 59mm x 21mm (3.9" x 2.3" x 0.8") having a weight of 117 grams (0.26 lbs).
Look at the Olympus FE-4030 versus Panasonic S1 in our brand new Camera & Lens Size Comparison Tool.Do not forget, the weight of an ILC will vary depending on the lens you choose during that time. Following is a front view measurement comparison of the FE-4030 versus the S1.
Taking into consideration dimensions and weight, the portability rating of the FE-4030 and S1 is 95 and 96 respectively.
Olympus FE-4030 vs Panasonic S1 Sensor Comparison
Sometimes, it is tough to imagine the gap in sensor sizing just by seeing specs. The graphic here might offer you a greater sense of the sensor measurements in the FE-4030 and S1.
As you can plainly see, both cameras feature the identical sensor size but different MP. You can anticipate the Olympus FE-4030 to produce more detail having an extra 2 Megapixels. Greater resolution will allow you to crop photos way more aggressively. The older FE-4030 will be behind in sensor tech.
Olympus FE-4030 vs Panasonic S1 Screen and ViewFinder
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Olympus FE-4030 vs Panasonic S1 Specifications
Olympus FE-4030 | Panasonic Lumix DMC-S1 | |
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General Information | ||
Company | Olympus | Panasonic |
Model | Olympus FE-4030 | Panasonic Lumix DMC-S1 |
Class | Small Sensor Compact | Small Sensor Compact |
Launched | 2010-01-07 | 2011-01-05 |
Body design | Compact | Compact |
Sensor Information | ||
Processor Chip | TruePic III | Venus Engine IV |
Sensor type | CCD | CCD |
Sensor size | 1/2.3" | 1/2.3" |
Sensor measurements | 6.08 x 4.56mm | 6.08 x 4.56mm |
Sensor area | 27.7mm² | 27.7mm² |
Sensor resolution | 14MP | 12MP |
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 |
Minimum native ISO | 64 | 100 |
RAW format | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Manual focus | ||
AF touch | ||
Continuous AF | ||
Single AF | ||
AF tracking | ||
Selective AF | ||
AF center weighted | ||
AF multi area | ||
AF live view | ||
Face detection AF | ||
Contract detection AF | ||
Phase detection AF | ||
Number of focus points | - | 11 |
Lens | ||
Lens mount | fixed lens | fixed lens |
Lens focal range | 26-105mm (4.0x) | 28-112mm (4.0x) |
Largest aperture | f/2.6-5.9 | f/3.1-5.6 |
Macro focus range | 4cm | 5cm |
Focal length multiplier | 5.9 | 5.9 |
Screen | ||
Screen type | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
Screen sizing | 2.7 inches | 2.7 inches |
Resolution of screen | 230k dot | 230k dot |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch functionality | ||
Screen tech | - | TFT LCD |
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder | None | None |
Features | ||
Slowest shutter speed | 4 secs | 8 secs |
Maximum shutter speed | 1/2000 secs | 1/1600 secs |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Manually set exposure | ||
Change WB | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Built-in flash | ||
Flash range | 5.80 m | 3.30 m |
Flash modes | Auto, On, Off, Red-eye, Fill-in | Auto, On, Off, Red-Eye reduction |
External flash | ||
AEB | ||
White balance bracketing | ||
Exposure | ||
Multisegment exposure | ||
Average exposure | ||
Spot exposure | ||
Partial exposure | ||
AF area exposure | ||
Center weighted exposure | ||
Video features | ||
Video resolutions | 640 x 480 (30 fps), 320 x 240 (30 fps) | 1280 x 720 (30fps), 640 x 480 (30 fps), 320 x 240 (30 fps) |
Max video resolution | 640x480 | 1280x720 |
Video file format | Motion JPEG | Motion JPEG |
Microphone input | ||
Headphone input | ||
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 seal | ||
Water proof | ||
Dust proof | ||
Shock proof | ||
Crush proof | ||
Freeze proof | ||
Weight | 146 gr (0.32 lbs) | 117 gr (0.26 lbs) |
Physical dimensions | 93 x 56 x 22mm (3.7" x 2.2" x 0.9") | 99 x 59 x 21mm (3.9" x 2.3" x 0.8") |
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 | ||
Battery life | - | 240 images |
Battery format | - | Battery Pack |
Self timer | Yes (2 or 12 seconds) | Yes (2 or 10 sec) |
Time lapse recording | ||
Type of storage | SD/SDHC, Internal | SD/SDHC/SDXC, Internal |
Storage slots | 1 | 1 |
Launch price | $130 | $269 |