Olympus FE-4030 vs Pentax WG-10
95 Imaging
36 Features
21 Overall
30
93 Imaging
38 Features
34 Overall
36
Olympus FE-4030 vs Pentax WG-10 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
- Revealed January 2010
(Full Review)
- 14MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 2.7" Fixed Screen
- ISO 125 - 6400
- Sensor-shift Image Stabilization
- 1280 x 720 video
- 28-140mm (F3.5-5.5) lens
- 167g - 116 x 59 x 29mm
- Launched June 2013
Samsung Releases Faster Versions of EVO MicroSD Cards Olympus FE-4030 vs Pentax WG-10 Overview
The following is a complete analysis of the Olympus FE-4030 and Pentax WG-10, one is a Small Sensor Compact and the latter is a Waterproof by competitors Olympus and Pentax. The image resolution of the FE-4030 (14MP) and the WG-10 (14MP) is relatively comparable and both cameras boast the identical sensor size (1/2.3").
Photography GlossaryThe FE-4030 was revealed 4 years earlier than the WG-10 which is a fairly serious gap as far as camera tech is concerned. Each of these cameras feature the same body design (Compact).
Before getting straight to a thorough comparison, here is a simple overview of how the FE-4030 scores vs the WG-10 in terms of portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.
Apple Innovates by Creating Next-Level Optical Stabilization for iPhone Olympus FE-4030 vs Pentax WG-10 Gallery
Following is a preview of the gallery photos for Olympus FE-4030 and Pentax WG-10. The full galleries are available at Olympus FE-4030 Gallery and Pentax WG-10 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Olympus FE-4030 over the Pentax WG-10
| FE-4030 | WG-10 |
|---|
Reasons to pick Pentax WG-10 over the Olympus FE-4030
| WG-10 | FE-4030 | |||
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Launched | June 2013 |  | January 2010 | Newer by 42 months |
| Manual focus |  | Very accurate focus |
Common features in the Olympus FE-4030 and Pentax WG-10
| FE-4030 | WG-10 | |||
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Screen type | Fixed |  | Fixed | Fixed screen |
| Screen size | 2.7" |  | 2.7" | Same screen size |
| Screen resolution | 230k |  | 230k | Same screen resolution |
| Selfie screen |  | Neither features selfie screen | ||
| Touch screen |  | Missing Touch screen |
Olympus FE-4030 vs Pentax WG-10 Physical Comparison
When you are planning to travel with your camera, you'll have to consider its weight and size. The Olympus FE-4030 enjoys external 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) while the Pentax WG-10 has specifications of 116mm x 59mm x 29mm (4.6" x 2.3" x 1.1") with a weight of 167 grams (0.37 lbs).
Analyze the Olympus FE-4030 and Pentax WG-10 in the new Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.
Remember, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will differ based on the lens you have attached during that time. Following is a front view dimension comparison of the FE-4030 compared to the WG-10.
Using size and weight, the portability rating of the FE-4030 and WG-10 is 95 and 93 respectively.
Olympus FE-4030 vs Pentax WG-10 Sensor Comparison
Generally, its hard to imagine the gap in sensor dimensions simply by seeing specifications. The pic underneath might give you a clearer sense of the sensor sizing in the FE-4030 and WG-10.
Plainly, both the cameras come with the identical sensor size and the exact same resolution so you should expect comparable quality of photographs although you will want to factor the production date of the cameras into account. The more aged FE-4030 will be disadvantaged when it comes to sensor innovation.
Olympus FE-4030 vs Pentax WG-10 Screen and ViewFinder
Snapchat Adds Watermarks to AI-Created Images Photography Type Scores
Portrait Comparison
President Biden pushes bill mandating TikTok sale or banStreet Comparison
Meta to Introduce 'AI-Generated' Labels for Media starting next monthSports Comparison
Japan-exclusive Leica Leitz Phone 3 features big sensor and new modesTravel Comparison
Pentax 17 Pre-Orders Outperform Expectations by a LandslideLandscape Comparison
Photobucket discusses licensing 13 billion images with AI firmsVlogging Comparison
Sora from OpenAI releases its first ever music video
Olympus FE-4030 vs Pentax WG-10 Specifications
| Olympus FE-4030 | Pentax WG-10 | |
|---|---|---|
| General Information | ||
| Brand | Olympus | Pentax |
| Model | Olympus FE-4030 | Pentax WG-10 |
| Class | Small Sensor Compact | Waterproof |
| Revealed | 2010-01-07 | 2013-06-21 |
| Physical type | Compact | Compact |
| Sensor Information | ||
| Processor | TruePic III | - |
| Sensor type | CCD | CCD |
| Sensor size | 1/2.3" | 1/2.3" |
| Sensor measurements | 6.08 x 4.56mm | 6.17 x 4.55mm |
| Sensor area | 27.7mm² | 28.1mm² |
| Sensor resolution | 14 megapixels | 14 megapixels |
| Anti aliasing filter | ||
| Aspect ratio | 4:3 and 16:9 | 1:1, 4:3 and 16:9 |
| Highest resolution | 4288 x 3216 | 4288 x 3216 |
| Highest native ISO | 1600 | 6400 |
| Min native ISO | 64 | 125 |
| RAW pictures | ||
| Autofocusing | ||
| Manual focus | ||
| Touch focus | ||
| Continuous autofocus | ||
| Autofocus single | ||
| Tracking autofocus | ||
| Autofocus selectice | ||
| Autofocus center weighted | ||
| Autofocus multi area | ||
| Live view autofocus | ||
| Face detection autofocus | ||
| Contract detection autofocus | ||
| Phase detection autofocus | ||
| Number of focus points | - | 9 |
| Lens | ||
| Lens mounting type | fixed lens | fixed lens |
| Lens focal range | 26-105mm (4.0x) | 28-140mm (5.0x) |
| Maximum aperture | f/2.6-5.9 | f/3.5-5.5 |
| Macro focus range | 4cm | 1cm |
| Crop factor | 5.9 | 5.8 |
| Screen | ||
| Type of screen | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
| Screen sizing | 2.7" | 2.7" |
| Screen resolution | 230k dots | 230k dots |
| Selfie friendly | ||
| Liveview | ||
| Touch friendly | ||
| Screen tech | - | Widescreen TFT color LCD with anti-reflective coating |
| Viewfinder Information | ||
| Viewfinder | None | None |
| Features | ||
| Slowest shutter speed | 4 secs | 4 secs |
| Maximum shutter speed | 1/2000 secs | 1/4000 secs |
| Continuous shooting rate | - | 0.7 frames/s |
| Shutter priority | ||
| Aperture priority | ||
| Manually set exposure | ||
| Custom white balance | ||
| Image stabilization | ||
| Inbuilt flash | ||
| Flash range | 5.80 m | 1.20 m |
| Flash settings | Auto, On, Off, Red-eye, Fill-in | Auto, On, Off, Red-eye, Soft |
| Hot shoe | ||
| AE bracketing | ||
| WB bracketing | ||
| Exposure | ||
| Multisegment | ||
| Average | ||
| Spot | ||
| Partial | ||
| AF area | ||
| Center weighted | ||
| Video features | ||
| Supported video resolutions | 640 x 480 (30 fps), 320 x 240 (30 fps) | 1280 x 720 (60, 30 fps), 640 x 480 (30fps), 320 x 240 (30, 15 fps) |
| Highest video resolution | 640x480 | 1280x720 |
| 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 | ||
| Environment sealing | ||
| Water proof | ||
| Dust proof | ||
| Shock proof | ||
| Crush proof | ||
| Freeze proof | ||
| Weight | 146g (0.32 pounds) | 167g (0.37 pounds) |
| Physical dimensions | 93 x 56 x 22mm (3.7" x 2.2" x 0.9") | 116 x 59 x 29mm (4.6" x 2.3" x 1.1") |
| DXO scores | ||
| DXO All around score | not tested | not tested |
| DXO Color Depth score | not tested | not tested |
| DXO Dynamic range score | not tested | not tested |
| DXO Low light score | not tested | not tested |
| Other | ||
| Battery life | - | 260 pictures |
| Style of battery | - | Battery Pack |
| Battery model | - | D-LI92 |
| Self timer | Yes (2 or 12 seconds) | Yes (2 or 10 sec) |
| Time lapse recording | ||
| Storage type | SD/SDHC, Internal | SD/SDHC/SDXC card, Internal |
| Card slots | Single | Single |
| Cost at launch | $130 | $0 |