Nikon S3000 vs Olympus FE-25
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Nikon S3000 vs Olympus FE-25 Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 12MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 2.7" Fixed Screen
- ISO 80 - 3200
- 640 x 480 video
- 27-108mm (F3.2-5.9) lens
- 116g - 94 x 56 x 19mm
- Revealed February 2010
(Full Review)
- 10MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 2.4" Fixed Display
- ISO 100 - 0
- No Video
- ()mm (F) lens
- n/ag - 93 x 62 x 24mm
- Released January 2009
Nikon S3000 vs Olympus FE-25 Overview
The following is a complete assessment of the Nikon S3000 and Olympus FE-25, both Ultracompact cameras by rivals Nikon and Olympus. The resolution of the S3000 (12MP) and the FE-25 (10MP) is very comparable and both cameras offer the identical sensor sizes (1/2.3").
Cutting-edge AI developed by Apple deciphers subtle nuances in pixelsThe S3000 was introduced 14 months after the FE-25 making them a generation away from each other. Both of the cameras feature the same body design (Ultracompact).
Before we go straight to a more detailed comparison, here is a brief introduction of how the S3000 matches up versus the FE-25 with regards to portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.
Nikon S3000 vs Olympus FE-25 Gallery
Below is a sample of the gallery pics for Nikon Coolpix S3000 & Olympus FE-25. The whole galleries are provided at Nikon S3000 Gallery & Olympus FE-25 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Nikon S3000 over the Olympus FE-25
S3000 | FE-25 | |||
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Released | February 2010 | January 2009 | Newer by 14 months | |
Display size | 2.7" | 2.4" | Larger display (+0.3") | |
Display resolution | 230k | 112k | Clearer display (+118k dot) |
Reasons to pick Olympus FE-25 over the Nikon S3000
FE-25 | S3000 |
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Common features in the Nikon S3000 and Olympus FE-25
S3000 | FE-25 | |||
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Manually focus | Lack of manual focus | |||
Display type | Fixed | Fixed | Fixed display | |
Selfie screen | Lack of selfie screen | |||
Touch display | Lack of Touch display |
Nikon S3000 vs Olympus FE-25 Physical Comparison
If you are planning to travel with your camera often, you will have to factor its weight and measurements. The Nikon S3000 features external measurements of 94mm x 56mm x 19mm (3.7" x 2.2" x 0.7") accompanied by a weight of 116 grams (0.26 lbs) while the Olympus FE-25 has proportions of 93mm x 62mm x 24mm (3.7" x 2.4" x 0.9") and a weight of n/a grams (0.00 lbs).
See the Nikon S3000 and Olympus FE-25 in our completely new Camera & Lens Size Comparison Tool.Remember, the weight of an ILC will vary depending on the lens you have at that time. Following is a front view physical size comparison of the S3000 and the FE-25.
Using size and weight, the portability grade of the S3000 and FE-25 is 96 and 98 respectively.
Nikon S3000 vs Olympus FE-25 Sensor Comparison
Oftentimes, it can be hard to imagine the contrast in sensor dimensions purely by checking out technical specs. The picture underneath will provide you a clearer sense of the sensor measurements in the S3000 and FE-25.
As you can tell, the two cameras come with the identical sensor size but different resolution. You can expect to see the Nikon S3000 to show greater detail using its extra 2 Megapixels. Greater resolution will allow you to crop photos a good deal more aggressively. The newer S3000 should have a benefit in sensor innovation.
Nikon S3000 vs Olympus FE-25 Screen and ViewFinder
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Nikon S3000 vs Olympus FE-25 Specifications
Nikon Coolpix S3000 | Olympus FE-25 | |
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General Information | ||
Make | Nikon | Olympus |
Model | Nikon Coolpix S3000 | Olympus FE-25 |
Category | Ultracompact | Ultracompact |
Revealed | 2010-02-03 | 2009-01-07 |
Physical type | Ultracompact | Ultracompact |
Sensor Information | ||
Processor Chip | Expeed C2 | - |
Sensor type | CCD | CCD |
Sensor size | 1/2.3" | 1/2.3" |
Sensor dimensions | 6.17 x 4.55mm | 6.08 x 4.56mm |
Sensor area | 28.1mm² | 27.7mm² |
Sensor resolution | 12 megapixel | 10 megapixel |
Anti aliasing filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 4:3 and 16:9 | - |
Peak resolution | 4000 x 3000 | 3648 x 2768 |
Highest native ISO | 3200 | - |
Lowest native ISO | 80 | 100 |
RAW format | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Manual focus | ||
Touch to focus | ||
AF continuous | ||
Single AF | ||
Tracking AF | ||
Selective AF | ||
AF center weighted | ||
Multi area AF | ||
AF live view | ||
Face detection AF | ||
Contract detection AF | ||
Phase detection AF | ||
Lens | ||
Lens mounting type | fixed lens | fixed lens |
Lens focal range | 27-108mm (4.0x) | () |
Maximum aperture | f/3.2-5.9 | - |
Macro focus distance | 8cm | - |
Crop factor | 5.8 | 5.9 |
Screen | ||
Screen type | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
Screen size | 2.7 inch | 2.4 inch |
Resolution of screen | 230k dots | 112k dots |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch capability | ||
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder type | None | None |
Features | ||
Minimum shutter speed | 8 secs | 4 secs |
Fastest shutter speed | 1/2000 secs | 1/2000 secs |
Continuous shutter rate | 3.0 frames/s | - |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Manually set exposure | ||
Custom WB | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Inbuilt flash | ||
Flash options | Auto, On, Off, Red-eye, Fill-in, Slow Syncro | - |
External flash | ||
Auto exposure bracketing | ||
WB bracketing | ||
Exposure | ||
Multisegment exposure | ||
Average exposure | ||
Spot exposure | ||
Partial exposure | ||
AF area exposure | ||
Center weighted exposure | ||
Video features | ||
Supported video resolutions | 640 x 480 (30 fps), 320 x 240 (30 fps) | - |
Highest video resolution | 640x480 | None |
Video file format | Motion JPEG | Motion JPEG |
Mic support | ||
Headphone support | ||
Connectivity | ||
Wireless | None | None |
Bluetooth | ||
NFC | ||
HDMI | ||
USB | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) | none |
GPS | None | None |
Physical | ||
Environment sealing | ||
Water proof | ||
Dust proof | ||
Shock proof | ||
Crush proof | ||
Freeze proof | ||
Weight | 116 gr (0.26 lbs) | - |
Physical dimensions | 94 x 56 x 19mm (3.7" x 2.2" x 0.7") | 93 x 62 x 24mm (3.7" x 2.4" x 0.9") |
DXO scores | ||
DXO Overall score | not tested | not tested |
DXO Color Depth score | not tested | not tested |
DXO Dynamic range score | not tested | not tested |
DXO Low light score | not tested | not tested |
Other | ||
Battery model | EN-EL10 | - |
Self timer | Yes | - |
Time lapse recording | ||
Storage type | SD/SDHC, Internal | - |
Card slots | Single | Single |
Launch pricing | $150 | $15 |