Olympus FE-4030 vs Pentax K100D S

Here is a in depth comparison of the Olympus FE-4030 vs Pentax K100D S, one being a Small Sensor Compact and the latter is a Entry-Level DSLR by competitors Olympus and Pentax. There is a huge difference among the image resolutions of the FE-4030 (14MP) and K100D S (6MP) and the FE-4030 (1/2.3") and K100D S (APS-C) offer totally different sensor sizes.

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The FE-4030 was unveiled 2 years later than the K100D S and that is a fairly significant gap as far as camera tech is concerned. Each of the cameras have different body design with the Olympus FE-4030 being a Compact camera and the Pentax K100D S being a Compact SLR camera.

Before diving right into a in depth comparison, here is a brief introduction of how the FE-4030 scores against the K100D S when considering portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

This is a preview of the gallery photos for Olympus FE-4030 and Pentax K100D Super. The full galleries are provided at Olympus FE-4030 Gallery and Pentax K100D S Gallery.

If you're intending to carry your camera regularly, you have to think about its weight and dimensions. The Olympus FE-4030 provides external dimensions of 93mm x 56mm x 22mm (3.7" x 2.2" x 0.9") accompanied by a weight of 146 grams (0.32 lbs) and the Pentax K100D S has dimensions of 129mm x 91mm x 71mm (5.1" x 3.6" x 2.8") accompanied by a weight of 646 grams (1.42 lbs).

Examine the Olympus FE-4030 vs Pentax K100D S in the new Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Keep in mind, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will differ based on the lens you are utilising at that moment. Underneath is a front view proportions comparison of the FE-4030 and the K100D S.

Using size and weight, the portability score of the FE-4030 and K100D S is 95 and 65 respectively.

Generally, it is difficult to see the gap in sensor sizing just by going through technical specs. The graphic underneath may provide you a stronger sense of the sensor dimensions in the FE-4030 and K100D S.

As you have seen, both cameras provide different resolutions and different sensor sizing. The FE-4030 with its smaller sensor will make getting shallower depth of field harder and the Olympus FE-4030 will produce more detail having an extra 8 Megapixels. Higher resolution will also help you crop shots more aggressively. The younger FE-4030 will have an advantage in sensor innovation.