Olympus FE-4030 vs Samsung TL100

Here, we are contrasting the Olympus FE-4030 and Samsung TL100, both Small Sensor Compact digital cameras by rivals Olympus and Samsung. The image resolution of the FE-4030 (14MP) and the TL100 (12MP) is very well matched and both cameras boast the identical sensor size (1/2.3").

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The FE-4030 was brought out 13 months later than the TL100 making them a generation apart from one another. The two cameras feature the same body design (Compact).

Before going straight to a complete comparison, here is a simple highlight of how the FE-4030 scores against the TL100 in regards to portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.

The following is a sample of the gallery pics for Olympus FE-4030 and Samsung TL100. The entire galleries are available at Olympus FE-4030 Gallery and Samsung TL100 Gallery.

For anyone who is aiming to lug around your camera often, you need to think about its weight and dimensions. The Olympus FE-4030 features external dimensions of 93mm x 56mm x 22mm (3.7" x 2.2" x 0.9") along with a weight of 146 grams (0.32 lbs) and the Samsung TL100 has dimensions of 105mm x 61mm x 37mm (4.1" x 2.4" x 1.5") having a weight of 219 grams (0.48 lbs).

Check out the Olympus FE-4030 and Samsung TL100 in the all new Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Remember that, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will change dependant on the lens you select at that time. Underneath is a front view proportions comparison of the FE-4030 versus the TL100.

Factoring in dimensions and weight, the portability rating of the FE-4030 and TL100 is 95 and 91 respectively.

Typically, it is hard to envision the contrast between sensor measurements simply by looking at specs. The photograph here might offer you a much better sense of the sensor sizes in the FE-4030 and TL100.

As you can plainly see, the 2 cameras feature the identical sensor size but not the same resolution. You should expect to see the Olympus FE-4030 to give you more detail having its extra 2MP. Greater resolution can also enable you to crop images way more aggressively. The more recent FE-4030 will have an advantage with regard to sensor tech.