Olympus FE-4030 vs Pentax P80
95 Imaging
36 Features
21 Overall
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95 Imaging
35 Features
23 Overall
30
Olympus FE-4030 vs Pentax P80 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
- Revealed January 2010
(Full Review)
- 12MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 2.7" Fixed Screen
- ISO 64 - 6400
- 1280 x 720 video
- 28-110mm (F2.6-5.8) lens
- 125g - 102 x 59 x 25mm
- Introduced August 2009

Olympus FE-4030 vs Pentax P80 Overview
Here, we will be comparing the Olympus FE-4030 and Pentax P80, both Small Sensor Compact cameras by manufacturers Olympus and Pentax. The sensor resolution of the FE-4030 (14MP) and the P80 (12MP) is relatively close and both cameras have the identical sensor measurements (1/2.3").

The FE-4030 was unveiled 6 months later than the P80 so they are both of a similar generation. Each of these cameras feature the same body design (Compact).
Before going straight to a full comparison, here is a quick overview of how the FE-4030 grades vs the P80 for portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.

Olympus FE-4030 vs Pentax P80 Gallery
Here is a preview of the gallery photos for Olympus FE-4030 and Pentax Optio P80. The full galleries are provided at Olympus FE-4030 Gallery and Pentax P80 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Olympus FE-4030 over the Pentax P80
FE-4030 | P80 |
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Reasons to pick Pentax P80 over the Olympus FE-4030
P80 | FE-4030 | |||
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Manual focus | ![]() | Very accurate focus |
Common features in the Olympus FE-4030 and Pentax P80
FE-4030 | P80 | |||
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Introduced | January 2010 | ![]() | August 2009 | Same generation |
Screen type | Fixed | ![]() | Fixed | Fixed screen |
Screen size | 2.7" | ![]() | 2.7" | Same screen measurements |
Screen resolution | 230k | ![]() | 230k | Identical screen resolution |
Selfie screen | ![]() | Neither features selfie screen | ||
Touch screen | ![]() | No Touch screen |
Olympus FE-4030 vs Pentax P80 Physical Comparison
For anyone who is looking to lug around your camera, you will want to take into account its weight and size. The Olympus FE-4030 enjoys physical 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 Pentax P80 has specifications of 102mm x 59mm x 25mm (4.0" x 2.3" x 1.0") along with a weight of 125 grams (0.28 lbs).
Check the Olympus FE-4030 and Pentax P80 in the new Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.
Take into account, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will change depending on the lens you are utilizing at the time. Here is a front view measurements comparison of the FE-4030 vs the P80.

Looking at size and weight, the portability rating of the FE-4030 and P80 is 95 and 95 respectively.

Olympus FE-4030 vs Pentax P80 Sensor Comparison
Generally, it's difficult to envision the gap in sensor measurements purely by viewing specifications. The photograph here might give you a stronger sense of the sensor sizing in the FE-4030 and P80.
Plainly, both of the cameras feature the identical sensor size albeit not the same MP. You should count on the Olympus FE-4030 to render extra detail having an extra 2 Megapixels. Higher resolution will let you crop shots way more aggressively.

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Olympus FE-4030 vs Pentax P80 Specifications
Olympus FE-4030 | Pentax Optio P80 | |
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General Information | ||
Brand | Olympus | Pentax |
Model type | Olympus FE-4030 | Pentax Optio P80 |
Class | Small Sensor Compact | Small Sensor Compact |
Revealed | 2010-01-07 | 2009-08-05 |
Body design | Compact | Compact |
Sensor Information | ||
Processor | TruePic III | Prime |
Sensor type | CCD | CCD |
Sensor size | 1/2.3" | 1/2.3" |
Sensor dimensions | 6.08 x 4.56mm | 6.17 x 4.55mm |
Sensor surface area | 27.7mm² | 28.1mm² |
Sensor resolution | 14 megapixels | 12 megapixels |
Anti alias filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 4:3 and 16:9 | 4:3 and 16:9 |
Peak resolution | 4288 x 3216 | 4000 x 3000 |
Highest native ISO | 1600 | 6400 |
Min native ISO | 64 | 64 |
RAW format | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Manual focusing | ||
Touch focus | ||
Autofocus continuous | ||
Single autofocus | ||
Tracking autofocus | ||
Autofocus selectice | ||
Autofocus center weighted | ||
Multi area autofocus | ||
Live view autofocus | ||
Face detect focus | ||
Contract detect focus | ||
Phase detect focus | ||
Total focus points | - | 9 |
Lens | ||
Lens mount type | fixed lens | fixed lens |
Lens zoom range | 26-105mm (4.0x) | 28-110mm (3.9x) |
Max aperture | f/2.6-5.9 | f/2.6-5.8 |
Macro focusing distance | 4cm | 10cm |
Crop factor | 5.9 | 5.8 |
Screen | ||
Range of display | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
Display sizing | 2.7 inch | 2.7 inch |
Display resolution | 230k dot | 230k dot |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch function | ||
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder | None | None |
Features | ||
Minimum shutter speed | 4 seconds | 4 seconds |
Fastest shutter speed | 1/2000 seconds | 1/1000 seconds |
Continuous shutter speed | - | 3.0 frames per sec |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Expose Manually | ||
Set white balance | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Integrated flash | ||
Flash distance | 5.80 m | 4.60 m |
Flash settings | Auto, On, Off, Red-eye, Fill-in | - |
Hot shoe | ||
Auto exposure bracketing | ||
WB bracketing | ||
Exposure | ||
Multisegment exposure | ||
Average exposure | ||
Spot exposure | ||
Partial exposure | ||
AF area exposure | ||
Center weighted exposure | ||
Video features | ||
Supported video resolutions | 640 x 480 (30 fps), 320 x 240 (30 fps) | 1280 x 720 (30 fps), 848 x 480 (30 fps), 640 x 480 (30 fps), 320 x 240 (30, 15 fps) |
Highest video resolution | 640x480 | 1280x720 |
Video data format | Motion JPEG | Motion JPEG |
Mic 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 | ||
Environment seal | ||
Water proofing | ||
Dust proofing | ||
Shock proofing | ||
Crush proofing | ||
Freeze proofing | ||
Weight | 146g (0.32 lbs) | 125g (0.28 lbs) |
Physical dimensions | 93 x 56 x 22mm (3.7" x 2.2" x 0.9") | 102 x 59 x 25mm (4.0" x 2.3" x 1.0") |
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 | - | D-LI68 |
Self timer | Yes (2 or 12 seconds) | Yes (2 or 10 sec) |
Time lapse feature | ||
Storage media | SD/SDHC, Internal | SD/SDHC, Internal |
Storage slots | 1 | 1 |
Price at release | $130 | $200 |