Nikon S01 vs Olympus FE-3010

Below, we will be matching up the Nikon S01 and Olympus FE-3010, both Ultracompact cameras by competitors Nikon and Olympus. The image resolution of the S01 (10MP) and the FE-3010 (12MP) is relatively close but the S01 (1/2.9") and FE-3010 (1/2.3") feature different sensor sizes.

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The S01 was unveiled 4 years later than the FE-3010 and that is a fairly large gap as far as camera tech is concerned. Both of the cameras come with the identical body type (Ultracompact).

Before we go in to a thorough comparison, below is a short summation of how the S01 matches up versus the FE-3010 in relation to portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.

Following is a preview of the gallery photos for Nikon Coolpix S01 and Olympus FE-3010. The full galleries are provided at Nikon S01 Gallery and Olympus FE-3010 Gallery.

In case you're intending to lug around your camera regularly, you will have to think about its weight and measurements. The Nikon S01 provides external measurements of 77mm x 52mm x 17mm (3.0" x 2.0" x 0.7") accompanied by a weight of 96 grams (0.21 lbs) and the Olympus FE-3010 has proportions of 93mm x 56mm x 18mm (3.7" x 2.2" x 0.7") along with a weight of 108 grams (0.24 lbs).

Take a look at the Nikon S01 and Olympus FE-3010 in the new Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Remember that, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will change depending on the lens you have during that time. Here is the front view dimension comparison of the S01 vs the FE-3010.

Considering size and weight, the portability rating of the S01 and FE-3010 is 97 and 97 respectively.

Oftentimes, its tough to visualize the contrast in sensor measurements only by looking through technical specs. The photograph here will help give you a far better sense of the sensor sizing in the S01 and FE-3010.

As you have seen, each of the cameras have got different resolutions and different sensor measurements. The S01 using its smaller sensor is going to make achieving shallower DOF more difficult and the Olympus FE-3010 will result in greater detail having an extra 2MP. Higher resolution can also let you crop shots much more aggressively. The fresher S01 provides an edge with regard to sensor technology.