Olympus FE-4030 vs Panasonic SZ3
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Olympus FE-4030 vs Panasonic SZ3 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)
- 16MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 2.7" Fixed Display
- ISO 100 - 6400
- Optical Image Stabilization
- 1280 x 720 video
- 25-250mm (F3.1-5.9) lens
- 126g - 95 x 56 x 22mm
- Released January 2013
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In this write-up, we are reviewing the Olympus FE-4030 vs Panasonic SZ3, both Small Sensor Compact digital cameras by competitors Olympus and Panasonic. The resolution of the FE-4030 (14MP) and the SZ3 (16MP) is fairly similar and they enjoy the same exact sensor measurements (1/2.3").
Photobucket discusses licensing 13 billion images with AI firmsThe FE-4030 was revealed 4 years before the SZ3 which is quite a significant gap as far as technology is concerned. Both of the cameras offer the identical body type (Compact).
Before getting in to a complete comparison, below is a short synopsis of how the FE-4030 scores vs the SZ3 in relation to portability, imaging, features and an overall score.
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This is a sample of the gallery pictures for Olympus FE-4030 and Panasonic Lumix DMC-SZ3. The full galleries are viewable at Olympus FE-4030 Gallery and Panasonic SZ3 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Olympus FE-4030 over the Panasonic SZ3
| FE-4030 | SZ3 |
|---|
Reasons to pick Panasonic SZ3 over the Olympus FE-4030
| SZ3 | FE-4030 | |||
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Released | January 2013 |  | January 2010 | More modern by 36 months |
Common features in the Olympus FE-4030 and Panasonic SZ3
| FE-4030 | SZ3 | |||
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Manually focus |  | No manual focus | ||
| Display type | Fixed |  | Fixed | Fixed display |
| Display sizing | 2.7" |  | 2.7" | Equivalent display measurements |
| Display resolution | 230k |  | 230k | Exact same display resolution |
| Selfie screen |  | Neither has selfie screen | ||
| Touch friendly display |  | Absent Touch friendly display |
Olympus FE-4030 vs Panasonic SZ3 Physical Comparison
In case you're planning to carry around your camera, you'll have to consider its weight and volume. The Olympus FE-4030 has 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) whilst the Panasonic SZ3 has sizing of 95mm x 56mm x 22mm (3.7" x 2.2" x 0.9") with a weight of 126 grams (0.28 lbs).
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Take into account, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will vary based on the lens you use at that time. Below is the front view scale comparison of the FE-4030 against the SZ3.
Using dimensions and weight, the portability score of the FE-4030 and SZ3 is 95 and 96 respectively.
Olympus FE-4030 vs Panasonic SZ3 Sensor Comparison
Normally, it's difficult to visualize the gap between sensor sizes purely by going over a spec sheet. The image here might provide you a greater sense of the sensor measurements in the FE-4030 and SZ3.
As you can see, both of the cameras offer the same exact sensor sizing but different megapixels. You should anticipate the Panasonic SZ3 to offer extra detail because of its extra 2MP. Greater resolution will help you crop images a little more aggressively. The more aged FE-4030 is going to be disadvantaged when it comes to sensor innovation.
Olympus FE-4030 vs Panasonic SZ3 Screen and ViewFinder
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Olympus FE-4030 vs Panasonic SZ3 Specifications
| Olympus FE-4030 | Panasonic Lumix DMC-SZ3 | |
|---|---|---|
| General Information | ||
| Company | Olympus | Panasonic |
| Model type | Olympus FE-4030 | Panasonic Lumix DMC-SZ3 |
| Type | Small Sensor Compact | Small Sensor Compact |
| Launched | 2010-01-07 | 2013-01-07 |
| Physical type | Compact | Compact |
| Sensor Information | ||
| Powered by | TruePic III | - |
| Sensor type | CCD | CCD |
| Sensor size | 1/2.3" | 1/2.3" |
| Sensor dimensions | 6.08 x 4.56mm | 6.08 x 4.56mm |
| Sensor surface area | 27.7mm² | 27.7mm² |
| Sensor resolution | 14 megapixel | 16 megapixel |
| Anti alias filter | ||
| Aspect ratio | 4:3 and 16:9 | - |
| Max resolution | 4288 x 3216 | 4608 x 3456 |
| Max native ISO | 1600 | 6400 |
| Min native ISO | 64 | 100 |
| RAW photos | ||
| Autofocusing | ||
| Manual focusing | ||
| AF touch | ||
| AF continuous | ||
| AF single | ||
| AF tracking | ||
| AF selectice | ||
| Center weighted AF | ||
| Multi area AF | ||
| Live view AF | ||
| Face detection focusing | ||
| Contract detection focusing | ||
| Phase detection focusing | ||
| Total focus points | - | 23 |
| Lens | ||
| Lens support | fixed lens | fixed lens |
| Lens zoom range | 26-105mm (4.0x) | 25-250mm (10.0x) |
| Maximum aperture | f/2.6-5.9 | f/3.1-5.9 |
| Macro focusing range | 4cm | 5cm |
| Focal length multiplier | 5.9 | 5.9 |
| Screen | ||
| Screen type | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
| Screen size | 2.7 inch | 2.7 inch |
| Screen resolution | 230k dots | 230k dots |
| Selfie friendly | ||
| Liveview | ||
| Touch screen | ||
| Screen technology | - | TFT LCD |
| Viewfinder Information | ||
| Viewfinder | None | None |
| Features | ||
| Minimum shutter speed | 4 seconds | 60 seconds |
| Fastest shutter speed | 1/2000 seconds | 1/1600 seconds |
| Continuous shutter rate | - | 1.0 frames/s |
| Shutter priority | ||
| Aperture priority | ||
| Expose Manually | ||
| Change WB | ||
| Image stabilization | ||
| Built-in flash | ||
| Flash distance | 5.80 m | 4.10 m |
| Flash settings | Auto, On, Off, Red-eye, Fill-in | Auto, On, Off, Red-eye, Slow Syncro |
| External flash | ||
| Auto exposure bracketing | ||
| WB 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) | 1280 x 720 (30 fps), 640 x 480 (30 fps) |
| Max video resolution | 640x480 | 1280x720 |
| Video format | Motion JPEG | Motion JPEG |
| Mic port | ||
| Headphone port | ||
| 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 sealing | ||
| Water proofing | ||
| Dust proofing | ||
| Shock proofing | ||
| Crush proofing | ||
| Freeze proofing | ||
| Weight | 146 gr (0.32 pounds) | 126 gr (0.28 pounds) |
| Dimensions | 93 x 56 x 22mm (3.7" x 2.2" x 0.9") | 95 x 56 x 22mm (3.7" x 2.2" x 0.9") |
| DXO scores | ||
| DXO Overall rating | not tested | not tested |
| DXO Color Depth rating | not tested | not tested |
| DXO Dynamic range rating | not tested | not tested |
| DXO Low light rating | not tested | not tested |
| Other | ||
| Battery life | - | 250 photos |
| Battery type | - | Battery Pack |
| Self timer | Yes (2 or 12 seconds) | Yes (2 or 10 sec) |
| Time lapse shooting | ||
| Storage type | SD/SDHC, Internal | SD/SDHC/SDXC, Internal |
| Card slots | Single | Single |
| Launch pricing | $130 | $150 |