Olympus FE-4030 vs Sony W220

Here, we will be reviewing the Olympus FE-4030 vs Sony W220, both Small Sensor Compact cameras by rivals Olympus and Sony. The sensor resolution of the FE-4030 (14MP) and the W220 (12MP) is relatively close and both cameras posses the identical sensor sizes (1/2.3").

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The FE-4030 was introduced 13 months after the W220 which makes them a generation away from each other. Each of the cameras feature the same body design (Compact).

Before getting straight to a in depth comparison, here is a simple synopsis of how the FE-4030 matches up versus the W220 when it comes to portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.

Here is a preview of the gallery photos for Olympus FE-4030 and Sony Cyber-shot DSC-W220. The whole galleries are available at Olympus FE-4030 Gallery and Sony W220 Gallery.

When you are looking to travel with your camera often, you should factor its weight and volume. The Olympus FE-4030 features outer 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) whilst the Sony W220 has sizing of 95mm x 57mm x 22mm (3.7" x 2.2" x 0.9") having a weight of 147 grams (0.32 lbs).

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Bear in mind, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will change based on the lens you have at the time. Following is a front view physical size comparison of the FE-4030 compared to the W220.

Taking into account size and weight, the portability rating of the FE-4030 and W220 is 95 and 95 respectively.

In many cases, it's difficult to envision the difference in sensor dimensions just by looking through specs. The pic here might provide you a greater sense of the sensor sizing in the FE-4030 and W220.

All in all, both cameras feature the identical sensor size albeit not the same megapixels. You should count on the Olympus FE-4030 to render extra detail using its extra 2MP. Higher resolution will enable you to crop pictures way more aggressively. The more modern FE-4030 is going to have a benefit when it comes to sensor technology.