Reasons to choose Finecam L4v
Released in 2003, Finecam L4v has about 38 mm² of sensor area, 4.13 MP effective resolution, and a 215 g body. Use these values to narrow the field, not as an overall image-quality score.
Side-by-side comparison
Kyocera Finecam L4v
vs Kyocera Finecam S4
VS
Sensor area
38 mm²
Finecam L4v38 mm²
Finecam S4- Area ratio
- 1:1
- Absolute difference
- 0 mm²
- Relative difference
- 0%
The Finecam L4v and Finecam S4 have the same sensor area. Compare pixel density, sensor architecture, and release generation to understand likely image-quality differences.
These cameras were released 1 years apart. Consider sensor generation when comparing pixel metrics.
Key specification differences
Finecam L4vMetricFinecam S4
4.13 MPEffective pixels4.13 MP
7.11 × 5.33Sensor7.11 × 5.33
3.03 µmPixel pitch3.03 µm
9.18 µm²Pixel area9.18 µm²
10.9 MP/cm²Pixel density10.9 MP/cm²
4.87Crop factor4.87
—Maximum video—
215 gWeight210 g
MultiMedia, Secure DigitalStorageMultiMedia, Secure Digital
AA (2) batteries (NiMH recommended)BatteryLithium-Ion battery (supplied) Li-ion battery
Amber marks the value that is generally preferable in this comparison context. It is not an overall camera score.
How to choose between these cameras
The Finecam L4v and Finecam S4 have the same sensor area. The Finecam S4 has the lighter body. The Finecam L4v and Finecam S4 have the same effective resolution. The Finecam L4v is the newer release. Also consider the lens system and subjects you shoot.
Reasons to choose Finecam S4
Released in 2002, Finecam S4 has about 38 mm² of sensor area, 4.13 MP effective resolution, and a 210 g body. Use these values to narrow the field, not as an overall image-quality score.