Olympus FE-4030 vs Sony HX10V

In this write-up, we will be looking at the Olympus FE-4030 and Sony HX10V, former being a Small Sensor Compact while the latter is a Small Sensor Superzoom by manufacturers Olympus and Sony. There is a noticeable difference between the image resolutions of the FE-4030 (14MP) and HX10V (18MP) but they enjoy the same exact sensor dimensions (1/2.3").

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The FE-4030 was launched 3 years earlier than the HX10V and that is quite a sizable difference as far as tech is concerned. The two cameras offer the identical body type (Compact).

Before getting in to a step-by-step comparison, below is a quick introduction of how the FE-4030 scores against the HX10V in regards to portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

Below is a preview of the gallery images for Olympus FE-4030 & Sony Cyber-shot DSC-HX10V. The complete galleries are viewable at Olympus FE-4030 Gallery & Sony HX10V Gallery.

For those who are looking to carry your camera frequently, you're going to have to consider its weight and dimensions. The Olympus FE-4030 provides outer measurements of 93mm x 56mm x 22mm (3.7" x 2.2" x 0.9") accompanied by a weight of 146 grams (0.32 lbs) whilst the Sony HX10V has dimensions of 105mm x 60mm x 34mm (4.1" x 2.4" x 1.3") along with a weight of 234 grams (0.52 lbs).

Contrast the Olympus FE-4030 and Sony HX10V in our newest Camera & Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Remember that, the weight of an ILC will vary based on the lens you use during that time. Here is the front view dimensions comparison of the FE-4030 vs the HX10V.

Factoring in size and weight, the portability rating of the FE-4030 and HX10V is 95 and 91 respectively.

Usually, it is very difficult to visualize the difference between sensor sizing simply by reviewing specifications. The graphic underneath should offer you a far better sense of the sensor measurements in the FE-4030 and HX10V.

To sum up, both of those cameras offer the same exact sensor sizing albeit different MP. You can expect the Sony HX10V to offer you extra detail utilizing its extra 4MP. Higher resolution can also allow you to crop photographs a little more aggressively. The older FE-4030 is going to be disadvantaged when it comes to sensor innovation.