Olympus FE-4030 vs Panasonic S3

Below is a in-depth overview of the Olympus FE-4030 vs Panasonic S3, both Small Sensor Compact cameras by brands Olympus and Panasonic. The image resolution of the FE-4030 (14MP) and the S3 (14MP) is fairly comparable and both cameras provide the same sensor dimensions (1/2.3").

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The FE-4030 was announced 12 months before the S3 and they are both of a similar generation. Each of the cameras have the same body design (Compact).

Before delving into a thorough comparison, here is a brief synopsis of how the FE-4030 grades against the S3 in relation to portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.

Following is a sample of the gallery pictures for Olympus FE-4030 and Panasonic Lumix DMC-S3. The whole galleries are provided at Olympus FE-4030 Gallery and Panasonic S3 Gallery.

In case you're looking to lug around your camera, you have to take into account its weight and volume. The Olympus FE-4030 features physical dimensions 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 S3 has sizing of 99mm x 59mm x 21mm (3.9" x 2.3" x 0.8") accompanied by a weight of 117 grams (0.26 lbs).

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Don't forget, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will change based on the lens you are working with during that time. Following is a front view dimensions comparison of the FE-4030 against the S3.

Considering dimensions and weight, the portability rating of the FE-4030 and S3 is 95 and 96 respectively.

More often than not, it's difficult to visualise the gap in sensor measurements only by seeing technical specs. The graphic underneath will help provide you a much better sense of the sensor sizes in the FE-4030 and S3.

As you have seen, the two cameras provide the same sensor dimensions and the same megapixels and you should expect comparable quality of pictures but you should consider the release date of the cameras into account. The older FE-4030 will be disadvantaged with regard to sensor innovation.