Olympus FE-4030 vs Sony S950

In this article, we are evaluating the Olympus FE-4030 versus Sony S950, both Small Sensor Compact cameras by companies Olympus and Sony. There exists a sizeable gap among the image resolutions of the FE-4030 (14MP) and S950 (10MP) but they come with the same exact sensor dimensions (1/2.3").

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The FE-4030 was brought out 11 months after the S950 and they are of a similar generation. The two cameras offer the identical body type (Compact).

Before delving through a comprehensive comparison, below is a brief introduction of how the FE-4030 matches up against the S950 for portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.

Here is a sample of the gallery pics for Olympus FE-4030 and Sony Cyber-shot DSC-S950. The entire galleries are viewable at Olympus FE-4030 Gallery and Sony S950 Gallery.

In case you're going to travel with your camera regularly, you should factor in its weight and size. The Olympus FE-4030 has outside 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 Sony S950 has specifications of 93mm x 56mm x 24mm (3.7" x 2.2" x 0.9") and a weight of 167 grams (0.37 lbs).

Take a look at the Olympus FE-4030 versus Sony S950 in the new Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Don't forget, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will vary dependant on the lens you are employing at the time. Here is the front view scale comparison of the FE-4030 and the S950.

Taking into account dimensions and weight, the portability grade of the FE-4030 and S950 is 95 and 94 respectively.

Typically, it is difficult to visualise the contrast in sensor dimensions merely by looking through technical specs. The picture below should provide you a stronger sense of the sensor sizing in the FE-4030 and S950.

As you have seen, each of the cameras enjoy the same exact sensor sizing but not the same MP. You should expect to see the Olympus FE-4030 to provide you with more detail having its extra 4 Megapixels. Greater resolution will enable you to crop photos far more aggressively. The newer FE-4030 is going to have a benefit in sensor innovation.