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OlympusFE-4000 (X-925)

Release year2009
Sensor type1/2.3-inch (6.17 x 4.55 mm) CCD

Also sold as

X-925

Specs

Release year: 2009
Megapixels: 12 MP
Sensor: 1/2.3-inch (6.17 x 4.55 mm) CCD
Lens: 26-105 mm equivalent, F2.6-5.9
Memory card: xD Picture Card, microSD Card, Internal
Max memory: xD-Picture Card capacity varies by card and camera firmware
Battery: Olympus model-specific rechargeable Li-ion battery
Size: 95 x 57 x 22 mm

Researched owner note

Why people still want it

Olympus FE-4000 (X-925) is best treated as an Olympus PEN, OM-D, Four Thirds, or OM System body where lens choice, battery ecosystem, and shutter/control condition matter more than treating it like a simple digicam. Judge this exact model around its 2009 release context, 12 MP, 1/2.3-inch (6.17 x 4.55 mm) CCD, 26-105 mm equivalent, F2.6-5.9, and xD Picture Card, microSD Card, Internal setup instead of the brand name alone. Alternate or regional names to search include X-925.

What owners like

People still look for Olympus FE-4000 (X-925) because it gives a real-camera flash workflow, brand-specific color and menus, and a tactile body that feels different from a phone. The useful part is the exact mix of 26-105 mm equivalent, F2.6-5.9, xD Picture Card, microSD Card, Internal, and the model's size when the seller proves the actual unit works.

Common complaints

Common complaints are missing chargers, aging batteries, sticky dials, sensor dust, shutter/control wear, confusing Four Thirds versus Micro Four Thirds lens expectations, and bodies priced without considering the lens kit. For Olympus FE-4000 (X-925), the practical risk is the 2009-era condition: Olympus model-specific rechargeable Li-ion battery means the charger, spare battery cost, and whether the pack still holds charge matter; xD Picture Card, microSD Card, Internal can be the hidden cost because cards and readers are less convenient than standard SD; and 26-105 mm equivalent, F2.6-5.9 should move cleanly and focus without clicking, grinding, or repeated restart messages.

What to compare

Use Olympus E-450 (EVOLT E-450), Olympus E-620 (EVOLT E-620), Fujifilm FinePix F30, and Fujifilm FinePix F31fd as the real comparison set for Olympus FE-4000 (X-925). Compare premium controls, flash behavior, battery condition, and whether the price is justified over a simpler pocket compact; the best buy is usually the listing with clearer working proof and easier accessories, not the one with the most familiar name.

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