Olympus FE-4030 vs Sony WX220

Here, we will be analyzing the Olympus FE-4030 versus Sony WX220, one being a Small Sensor Compact and the latter is a Ultracompact by competitors Olympus and Sony. There is a significant difference between the image resolutions of the FE-4030 (14MP) and WX220 (18MP) but both cameras provide the identical sensor sizes (1/2.3").

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The FE-4030 was launched 5 years before the WX220 and that is quite a sizable gap as far as tech is concerned. Both of these cameras feature different body design with the Olympus FE-4030 being a Compact camera and the Sony WX220 being a Ultracompact camera.

Before delving into a in-depth comparison, here is a quick highlight of how the FE-4030 grades against the WX220 in relation to portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.

Below is a preview of the gallery images for Olympus FE-4030 and Sony Cyber-shot DSC-WX220. The complete galleries are available at Olympus FE-4030 Gallery and Sony WX220 Gallery.

For those who are looking to lug around your camera often, you have to consider its weight and volume. The Olympus FE-4030 features exterior measurements of 93mm x 56mm x 22mm (3.7" x 2.2" x 0.9") and a weight of 146 grams (0.32 lbs) while the Sony WX220 has sizing of 92mm x 52mm x 22mm (3.6" x 2.0" x 0.9") having a weight of 121 grams (0.27 lbs).

Compare the Olympus FE-4030 versus Sony WX220 in the all new Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Do not forget, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will vary depending on the lens you have attached at that time. Underneath is a front view sizing comparison of the FE-4030 and the WX220.

Taking into consideration size and weight, the portability grade of the FE-4030 and WX220 is 95 and 96 respectively.

Oftentimes, its tough to visualize the contrast between sensor measurements just by reading specs. The graphic below should offer you a stronger sense of the sensor measurements in the FE-4030 and WX220.

As you can plainly see, the two cameras feature the identical sensor size albeit different resolution. You should expect the Sony WX220 to offer extra detail utilizing its extra 4 Megapixels. Higher resolution can also help you crop shots way more aggressively. The older FE-4030 is going to be behind in sensor technology.