Olympus FE-4030 vs Panasonic TS6

Below is a detailed review of the Olympus FE-4030 versus Panasonic TS6, former being a Small Sensor Compact while the latter is a Waterproof by brands Olympus and Panasonic. The image resolution of the FE-4030 (14MP) and the TS6 (16MP) is relatively similar and they possess the same exact sensor sizing (1/2.3").

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The FE-4030 was introduced 6 years prior to the TS6 and that is quite a serious difference as far as tech is concerned. Both the cameras offer the identical body type (Compact).

Before diving through a comprehensive comparison, below is a quick synopsis of how the FE-4030 matches up vs the TS6 with regards to portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.

This is a preview of the gallery photos for Olympus FE-4030 & Panasonic Lumix DMC-TS6. The whole galleries are available at Olympus FE-4030 Gallery & Panasonic TS6 Gallery.

When you are intending to lug around your camera often, you are going to need to consider its weight and proportions. The Olympus FE-4030 features external measurements of 93mm x 56mm x 22mm (3.7" x 2.2" x 0.9") with a weight of 146 grams (0.32 lbs) and the Panasonic TS6 has measurements of 110mm x 67mm x 29mm (4.3" x 2.6" x 1.1") accompanied by a weight of 214 grams (0.47 lbs).

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Do not forget, the weight of an ILC will differ dependant on the lens you are employing during that time. Following is the front view measurement comparison of the FE-4030 versus the TS6.

Factoring in size and weight, the portability rating of the FE-4030 and TS6 is 95 and 91 respectively.

Often, it is difficult to picture the difference between sensor measurements merely by reviewing specs. The visual here should provide you a better sense of the sensor sizing in the FE-4030 and TS6.

As you can plainly see, both of those cameras enjoy the same exact sensor sizing albeit different megapixels. You can count on the Panasonic TS6 to deliver greater detail using its extra 2MP. Higher resolution will also enable you to crop pictures far more aggressively. The older FE-4030 is going to be behind in sensor technology.