Olympus FE-4030 vs Pentax RZ10

Here is a in depth comparison of the Olympus FE-4030 and Pentax RZ10, both Small Sensor Compact digital cameras by brands Olympus and Pentax. The sensor resolution of the FE-4030 (14MP) and the RZ10 (14MP) is very similar and both cameras provide the same sensor sizing (1/2.3").

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The FE-4030 was revealed 18 months prior to the RZ10 making them a generation apart from one another. Both of these cameras have the same body design (Compact).

Before going right into a in depth comparison, here is a short overview of how the FE-4030 matches up against the RZ10 in terms of portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

Following is a sample of the gallery pics for Olympus FE-4030 & Pentax Optio RZ10. The full galleries are available at Olympus FE-4030 Gallery & Pentax RZ10 Gallery.

For anybody who is planning to carry your camera often, you're going to have to factor in its weight and measurements. The Olympus FE-4030 comes with physical dimensions of 93mm x 56mm x 22mm (3.7" x 2.2" x 0.9") having a weight of 146 grams (0.32 lbs) and the Pentax RZ10 has proportions of 97mm x 61mm x 33mm (3.8" x 2.4" x 1.3") and a weight of 178 grams (0.39 lbs).

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Remember, the weight of an ILC will differ depending on the lens you have chosen at that time. Following is a front view dimension comparison of the FE-4030 against the RZ10.

Taking into account dimensions and weight, the portability rating of the FE-4030 and RZ10 is 95 and 92 respectively.

Quite often, it is hard to visualise the difference between sensor sizing simply by reading specs. The visual underneath will provide you a clearer sense of the sensor sizes in the FE-4030 and RZ10.

All in all, both cameras provide the same sensor dimensions and the same megapixels therefore you can expect similar quality of pictures although you should consider the age of the products into consideration. The older FE-4030 is going to be disadvantaged when it comes to sensor technology.