Olympus FE-4030 vs Pentax MX-1
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Olympus FE-4030 vs Pentax MX-1 Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 14MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 2.7" Fixed Display
- 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)
- 12MP - 1/1.7" Sensor
- 3" Tilting Display
- ISO 100 - 12800
- Sensor-shift Image Stabilization
- 1/8000s Max Shutter
- 1920 x 1080 video
- 28-112mm (F1.8-2.5) lens
- 391g - 122 x 61 x 51mm
- Revealed July 2013
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In this article, we are evaluating the Olympus FE-4030 vs Pentax MX-1, both Small Sensor Compact cameras by manufacturers Olympus and Pentax. The image resolution of the FE-4030 (14MP) and the MX-1 (12MP) is fairly close but the FE-4030 (1/2.3") and MX-1 (1/1.7") feature totally different sensor sizing.
Photography GlossaryThe FE-4030 was released 4 years prior to the MX-1 and that is a fairly serious gap as far as camera technology is concerned. Each of the cameras offer the identical body type (Compact).
Before diving straight into a thorough comparison, below is a concise introduction of how the FE-4030 scores versus the MX-1 in regards to portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.
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This is a sample of the gallery pictures for Olympus FE-4030 and Pentax MX-1. The complete galleries are available at Olympus FE-4030 Gallery and Pentax MX-1 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Olympus FE-4030 over the Pentax MX-1
| FE-4030 | MX-1 |
|---|
Reasons to pick Pentax MX-1 over the Olympus FE-4030
| MX-1 | FE-4030 | |||
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Revealed | July 2013 |  | January 2010 | Fresher by 42 months |
| Manually focus |  | Dial accurate focusing | ||
| Display type | Tilting |  | Fixed | Tilting display |
| Display sizing | 3" |  | 2.7" | Larger display (+0.3") |
| Display resolution | 920k |  | 230k | Sharper display (+690k dot) |
Common features in the Olympus FE-4030 and Pentax MX-1
| FE-4030 | MX-1 | |||
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Selfie screen |  | Neither includes selfie screen | ||
| Touch friendly display |  | Neither includes Touch friendly display |
Olympus FE-4030 vs Pentax MX-1 Physical Comparison
For those who are aiming to carry your camera regularly, you'll need to factor in its weight and dimensions. The Olympus FE-4030 features outside dimensions of 93mm x 56mm x 22mm (3.7" x 2.2" x 0.9") having a weight of 146 grams (0.32 lbs) whilst the Pentax MX-1 has dimensions of 122mm x 61mm x 51mm (4.8" x 2.4" x 2.0") having a weight of 391 grams (0.86 lbs).
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Bear in mind, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will differ dependant on the lens you are working with during that time. The following is the front view overall size comparison of the FE-4030 vs the MX-1.
Taking into consideration dimensions and weight, the portability score of the FE-4030 and MX-1 is 95 and 84 respectively.
Olympus FE-4030 vs Pentax MX-1 Sensor Comparison
Normally, it is tough to see the gap in sensor sizing purely by looking through a spec sheet. The visual here will help provide you a stronger sense of the sensor sizes in the FE-4030 and MX-1.
As you can see, both of those cameras enjoy different megapixels and different sensor sizing. The FE-4030 featuring a smaller sensor will make achieving shallower DOF tougher and the Olympus FE-4030 will provide you with more detail as a result of its extra 2MP. Greater resolution will also help you crop photos far more aggressively. The older FE-4030 will be behind when it comes to sensor technology.
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Olympus FE-4030 vs Pentax MX-1 Specifications
| Olympus FE-4030 | Pentax MX-1 | |
|---|---|---|
| General Information | ||
| Manufacturer | Olympus | Pentax |
| Model type | Olympus FE-4030 | Pentax MX-1 |
| Type | Small Sensor Compact | Small Sensor Compact |
| Launched | 2010-01-07 | 2013-07-01 |
| Physical type | Compact | Compact |
| Sensor Information | ||
| Powered by | TruePic III | - |
| Sensor type | CCD | CMOS |
| Sensor size | 1/2.3" | 1/1.7" |
| Sensor measurements | 6.08 x 4.56mm | 7.44 x 5.58mm |
| Sensor surface area | 27.7mm² | 41.5mm² |
| Sensor resolution | 14 megapixels | 12 megapixels |
| Anti alias filter | ||
| Aspect ratio | 4:3 and 16:9 | 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 |
| Highest Possible resolution | 4288 x 3216 | 4000 x 3000 |
| Maximum native ISO | 1600 | 12800 |
| Min native ISO | 64 | 100 |
| RAW data | ||
| Autofocusing | ||
| Focus manually | ||
| Autofocus touch | ||
| Autofocus continuous | ||
| Autofocus single | ||
| Tracking autofocus | ||
| Selective autofocus | ||
| Center weighted autofocus | ||
| Multi area autofocus | ||
| Autofocus live view | ||
| Face detect autofocus | ||
| Contract detect autofocus | ||
| Phase detect autofocus | ||
| Total focus points | - | 25 |
| Lens | ||
| Lens mount type | fixed lens | fixed lens |
| Lens zoom range | 26-105mm (4.0x) | 28-112mm (4.0x) |
| Largest aperture | f/2.6-5.9 | f/1.8-2.5 |
| Macro focusing range | 4cm | 1cm |
| Focal length multiplier | 5.9 | 4.8 |
| Screen | ||
| Display type | Fixed Type | Tilting |
| Display diagonal | 2.7 inches | 3 inches |
| Display resolution | 230k dots | 920k dots |
| Selfie friendly | ||
| Liveview | ||
| Touch function | ||
| Display tech | - | TFT LCD with AR coating |
| Viewfinder Information | ||
| Viewfinder | None | None |
| Features | ||
| Min shutter speed | 4s | 30s |
| Max shutter speed | 1/2000s | 1/8000s |
| Continuous shutter rate | - | 1.0 frames per second |
| Shutter priority | ||
| Aperture priority | ||
| Manual mode | ||
| Exposure compensation | - | Yes |
| Set white balance | ||
| Image stabilization | ||
| Built-in flash | ||
| Flash distance | 5.80 m | 12.00 m |
| Flash modes | Auto, On, Off, Red-eye, Fill-in | Auto, On, Off, Red-Eye, Fill-in, Slow Speed sync, Trailing Curtain sync |
| Hot shoe | ||
| Auto exposure bracketing | ||
| WB bracketing | ||
| Exposure | ||
| Multisegment | ||
| Average | ||
| Spot | ||
| Partial | ||
| AF area | ||
| Center weighted | ||
| Video features | ||
| Video resolutions | 640 x 480 (30 fps), 320 x 240 (30 fps) | 1920 x 1080 (30 fps), 1280 x 720 (60, 30 fps), 640 x 480 (30 fps) |
| Maximum video resolution | 640x480 | 1920x1080 |
| Video file format | Motion JPEG | MPEG-4, H.264 |
| Microphone port | ||
| Headphone port | ||
| Connectivity | ||
| Wireless | None | Eye-Fi Connected |
| 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 | 146g (0.32 lbs) | 391g (0.86 lbs) |
| Dimensions | 93 x 56 x 22mm (3.7" x 2.2" x 0.9") | 122 x 61 x 51mm (4.8" x 2.4" x 2.0") |
| DXO scores | ||
| DXO Overall rating | not tested | 49 |
| DXO Color Depth rating | not tested | 20.4 |
| DXO Dynamic range rating | not tested | 11.3 |
| DXO Low light rating | not tested | 208 |
| Other | ||
| Battery life | - | 290 images |
| Battery type | - | Battery Pack |
| Battery ID | - | D-Li-106 |
| Self timer | Yes (2 or 12 seconds) | Yes (2 or 12 sec) |
| Time lapse shooting | ||
| Type of storage | SD/SDHC, Internal | SD/SDHC/SDXC |
| Card slots | One | One |
| Price at release | $130 | $400 |