Olympus FE-4030 vs Samsung SL102

Following is a extended assessment of the Olympus FE-4030 and Samsung SL102, both Small Sensor Compact digital cameras by brands Olympus and Samsung. There is a sizable difference between the resolutions of the FE-4030 (14MP) and SL102 (10MP) but they use the same exact sensor measurements (1/2.3").

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The FE-4030 was introduced 13 months after the SL102 which makes the cameras a generation away from each other. Both of these cameras offer the identical body type (Compact).

Before getting through a step-by-step comparison, below is a short view of how the FE-4030 scores vs the SL102 in regards to portability, imaging, features and an overall score.

This is a preview of the gallery photos for Olympus FE-4030 & Samsung SL102. The whole galleries are viewable at Olympus FE-4030 Gallery & Samsung SL102 Gallery.

If you're going to carry around your camera frequently, you'll need to consider its weight and proportions. The Olympus FE-4030 offers physical measurements of 93mm x 56mm x 22mm (3.7" x 2.2" x 0.9") having a weight of 146 grams (0.32 lbs) while the Samsung SL102 has measurements of 90mm x 59mm x 22mm (3.5" x 2.3" x 0.9") accompanied by a weight of 116 grams (0.26 lbs).

Contrast the Olympus FE-4030 and Samsung SL102 in our brand new Camera plus Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Always remember, the weight of an ILC will vary depending on the lens you choose at that time. Underneath is the front view size comparison of the FE-4030 compared to the SL102.

Considering size and weight, the portability score of the FE-4030 and SL102 is 95 and 96 respectively.

Generally, it is very difficult to envision the difference between sensor sizes only by reviewing technical specs. The picture below may offer you a far better sense of the sensor sizing in the FE-4030 and SL102.

As you can tell, both of these cameras enjoy the same exact sensor sizing albeit not the same resolution. You can count on the Olympus FE-4030 to deliver extra detail using its extra 4MP. Higher resolution will allow you to crop pictures far more aggressively. The younger FE-4030 will have a benefit with regard to sensor technology.