Olympus FE-4030 vs Pentax K100D S
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Olympus FE-4030 vs Pentax K100D S 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
- Released January 2010
(Full Review)
- 6MP - APS-C Sensor
- 2.5" Fixed Screen
- ISO 200 - 3200
- Sensor based Image Stabilization
- No Video
- Pentax KAF2 Mount
- 646g - 129 x 91 x 71mm
- Introduced June 2007
- Older Model is Pentax K100D
- Replacement is Pentax K200D
Olympus FE-4030 vs Pentax K100D S Overview
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.
President Biden pushes bill mandating TikTok sale or banThe 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.
Olympus FE-4030 vs Pentax K100D S Gallery
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.
Reasons to pick Olympus FE-4030 over the Pentax K100D S
FE-4030 | K100D S | |||
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Introduced | January 2010 | June 2007 | Fresher by 31 months | |
Screen dimensions | 2.7" | 2.5" | Bigger screen (+0.2") | |
Screen resolution | 230k | 210k | Crisper screen (+20k dot) |
Reasons to pick Pentax K100D S over the Olympus FE-4030
K100D S | FE-4030 | |||
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Focus manually | More accurate focus |
Common features in the Olympus FE-4030 and Pentax K100D S
FE-4030 | K100D S | |||
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Screen type | Fixed | Fixed | Fixed screen | |
Selfie screen | Missing selfie screen | |||
Touch screen | Missing Touch screen |
Olympus FE-4030 vs Pentax K100D S Physical Comparison
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.
Olympus FE-4030 vs Pentax K100D S Sensor Comparison
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.
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Olympus FE-4030 vs Pentax K100D S Specifications
Olympus FE-4030 | Pentax K100D Super | |
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General Information | ||
Manufacturer | Olympus | Pentax |
Model type | Olympus FE-4030 | Pentax K100D Super |
Type | Small Sensor Compact | Entry-Level DSLR |
Released | 2010-01-07 | 2007-06-28 |
Body design | Compact | Compact SLR |
Sensor Information | ||
Processor | TruePic III | - |
Sensor type | CCD | CCD |
Sensor size | 1/2.3" | APS-C |
Sensor measurements | 6.08 x 4.56mm | 23.5 x 15.7mm |
Sensor surface area | 27.7mm² | 369.0mm² |
Sensor resolution | 14 megapixel | 6 megapixel |
Anti alias filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 4:3 and 16:9 | 3:2 |
Peak resolution | 4288 x 3216 | 3008 x 2008 |
Highest native ISO | 1600 | 3200 |
Minimum native ISO | 64 | 200 |
RAW photos | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Focus manually | ||
Autofocus touch | ||
Autofocus continuous | ||
Single autofocus | ||
Tracking autofocus | ||
Autofocus selectice | ||
Autofocus center weighted | ||
Multi area autofocus | ||
Live view autofocus | ||
Face detection focus | ||
Contract detection focus | ||
Phase detection focus | ||
Total focus points | - | 11 |
Lens | ||
Lens support | fixed lens | Pentax KAF2 |
Lens zoom range | 26-105mm (4.0x) | - |
Max aperture | f/2.6-5.9 | - |
Macro focusing distance | 4cm | - |
Available lenses | - | 151 |
Focal length multiplier | 5.9 | 1.5 |
Screen | ||
Screen type | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
Screen sizing | 2.7 inch | 2.5 inch |
Resolution of screen | 230k dot | 210k dot |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch screen | ||
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder | None | Optical (pentamirror) |
Viewfinder coverage | - | 96 percent |
Viewfinder magnification | - | 0.57x |
Features | ||
Min shutter speed | 4 seconds | 30 seconds |
Max shutter speed | 1/2000 seconds | 1/4000 seconds |
Continuous shutter speed | - | 3.0 frames per sec |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Manual exposure | ||
Exposure compensation | - | Yes |
Custom white balance | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Built-in flash | ||
Flash distance | 5.80 m | - |
Flash settings | Auto, On, Off, Red-eye, Fill-in | Auto, On, Off, Red-eye reduction |
Hot shoe | ||
Auto exposure bracketing | ||
WB bracketing | ||
Max flash sync | - | 1/180 seconds |
Exposure | ||
Multisegment metering | ||
Average metering | ||
Spot metering | ||
Partial metering | ||
AF area metering | ||
Center weighted metering | ||
Video features | ||
Video resolutions | 640 x 480 (30 fps), 320 x 240 (30 fps) | - |
Highest video resolution | 640x480 | None |
Video format | 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 proofing | ||
Dust proofing | ||
Shock proofing | ||
Crush proofing | ||
Freeze proofing | ||
Weight | 146 gr (0.32 pounds) | 646 gr (1.42 pounds) |
Physical dimensions | 93 x 56 x 22mm (3.7" x 2.2" x 0.9") | 129 x 91 x 71mm (5.1" x 3.6" x 2.8") |
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 ID | - | 4 x AA |
Self timer | Yes (2 or 12 seconds) | Yes (2 or 12 sec) |
Time lapse feature | ||
Type of storage | SD/SDHC, Internal | SD/SDHC card |
Storage slots | Single | Single |
Pricing at release | $130 | $520 |