Olympus FE-4030 vs Pentax RS1500

Below, we are analyzing the Olympus FE-4030 vs Pentax RS1500, both Small Sensor Compact digital cameras by competitors Olympus and Pentax. The resolution of the FE-4030 (14MP) and the RS1500 (14MP) is very well matched and they use the exact same sensor sizing (1/2.3").

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The FE-4030 was introduced 14 months earlier than the RS1500 making the cameras a generation away from each other. Both of these cameras come with the identical body type (Compact).

Before diving through a complete comparison, below is a quick introduction of how the FE-4030 scores vs the RS1500 in terms of portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.

This is a sample of the gallery pics for Olympus FE-4030 & Pentax Optio RS1500. The whole galleries are viewable at Olympus FE-4030 Gallery & Pentax RS1500 Gallery.

In case you're going to travel with your camera, you will have to take into account its weight and proportions. The Olympus FE-4030 has got outside measurements of 93mm x 56mm x 22mm (3.7" x 2.2" x 0.9") and a weight of 146 grams (0.32 lbs) whilst the Pentax RS1500 has measurements of 114mm x 58mm x 28mm (4.5" x 2.3" x 1.1") with a weight of 157 grams (0.35 lbs).

Contrast the Olympus FE-4030 vs Pentax RS1500 in our newest Camera & Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Remember that, the weight of an ILC will change based on the lens you have during that time. Here is the front view sizing comparison of the FE-4030 and the RS1500.

Taking into account size and weight, the portability score of the FE-4030 and RS1500 is 95 and 93 respectively.

Often, it's tough to see the contrast between sensor dimensions merely by reading through a spec sheet. The picture underneath should provide you a more clear sense of the sensor sizing in the FE-4030 and RS1500.

Clearly, the two cameras have got the exact same sensor measurements and the same exact resolution and you can expect similar quality of photographs but you will want to factor the launch date of the products into consideration. The more aged FE-4030 is going to be disadvantaged in sensor tech.