Olympus FE-4030 vs Sony NEX-F3

Here is a extensive review of the Olympus FE-4030 vs Sony NEX-F3, one being a Small Sensor Compact and the latter is a Entry-Level Mirrorless by brands Olympus and Sony. The sensor resolution of the FE-4030 (14MP) and the NEX-F3 (16MP) is relatively well matched but the FE-4030 (1/2.3") and NEX-F3 (APS-C) use different sensor sizing.

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The FE-4030 was unveiled 3 years before the NEX-F3 and that is quite a big gap as far as technology is concerned. Both the cameras offer different body type with the Olympus FE-4030 being a Compact camera and the Sony NEX-F3 being a Rangefinder-style mirrorless camera.

Before we go in to a in-depth comparison, below is a simple summation of how the FE-4030 matches up versus the NEX-F3 in relation to portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

Below is a preview of the gallery photos for Olympus FE-4030 and Sony Alpha NEX-F3. The full galleries are provided at Olympus FE-4030 Gallery and Sony NEX-F3 Gallery.

When you are looking to carry your camera frequently, you will have to consider its weight and measurements. The Olympus FE-4030 features physical measurements of 93mm x 56mm x 22mm (3.7" x 2.2" x 0.9") with a weight of 146 grams (0.32 lbs) and the Sony NEX-F3 has proportions of 117mm x 67mm x 42mm (4.6" x 2.6" x 1.7") with a weight of 314 grams (0.69 lbs).

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Don't forget, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will vary based on the lens you are utilizing during that time. Underneath is the front view proportions comparison of the FE-4030 versus the NEX-F3.

Taking into account dimensions and weight, the portability grade of the FE-4030 and NEX-F3 is 95 and 86 respectively.

Quite often, it's tough to imagine the difference between sensor sizing just by checking specs. The photograph here will help give you a clearer sense of the sensor measurements in the FE-4030 and NEX-F3.

All in all, both cameras enjoy different megapixels and different sensor sizing. The FE-4030 having a tinier sensor is going to make shooting shallower DOF tougher and the Sony NEX-F3 will give greater detail having an extra 2 Megapixels. Higher resolution will make it easier to crop pictures far more aggressively. The older FE-4030 is going to be behind with regard to sensor tech.