Nikon S3100 vs Olympus FE-3010
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97 Imaging
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20 Overall
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Nikon S3100 vs Olympus FE-3010 Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 14MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 2.7" Fixed Screen
- ISO 80 - 3200
- 1280 x 720 video
- 26-130mm (F3.2-6.5) lens
- 118g - 94 x 58 x 18mm
- Introduced February 2011
(Full Review)
- 12MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 2.7" Fixed Screen
- ISO 64 - 1600
- Digital Image Stabilization
- 640 x 480 video
- 36-108mm (F3.1-5.9) lens
- 108g - 93 x 56 x 18mm
- Released January 2009
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Below is a comprehensive comparison of the Nikon S3100 vs Olympus FE-3010, both Ultracompact cameras by brands Nikon and Olympus. The resolution of the S3100 (14MP) and the FE-3010 (12MP) is pretty comparable and they use the exact same sensor size (1/2.3").
Meta to Introduce 'AI-Generated' Labels for Media starting next monthThe S3100 was brought out 2 years later than the FE-3010 and that is a fairly big difference as far as camera technology is concerned. Both of the cameras come with the identical body type (Ultracompact).
Before getting straight into a step-by-step comparison, below is a simple view of how the S3100 matches up versus the FE-3010 in regards to portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.
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Reasons to pick Nikon S3100 over the Olympus FE-3010
| S3100 | FE-3010 | |||
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Released | February 2011 |  | January 2009 | More recent by 26 months |
Reasons to pick Olympus FE-3010 over the Nikon S3100
| FE-3010 | S3100 |
|---|
Common features in the Nikon S3100 and Olympus FE-3010
| S3100 | FE-3010 | |||
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Focus manually |  | Lack of manual focusing | ||
| Screen type | Fixed |  | Fixed | Fixed screen |
| Screen dimension | 2.7" |  | 2.7" | Identical screen size |
| Screen resolution | 230k |  | 230k | Equal screen resolution |
| Selfie screen |  | Neither includes selfie screen | ||
| Touch screen |  | Neither includes Touch screen |
Nikon S3100 vs Olympus FE-3010 Physical Comparison
In case you're going to lug around your camera, you are going to need to factor in its weight and proportions. The Nikon S3100 features outer dimensions of 94mm x 58mm x 18mm (3.7" x 2.3" x 0.7") having a weight of 118 grams (0.26 lbs) and the Olympus FE-3010 has measurements of 93mm x 56mm x 18mm (3.7" x 2.2" x 0.7") and a weight of 108 grams (0.24 lbs).
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Remember that, the weight of an ILC will vary based on the lens you are utilizing during that time. The following is the front view proportions comparison of the S3100 and the FE-3010.
Taking into account dimensions and weight, the portability score of the S3100 and FE-3010 is 96 and 97 respectively.
Nikon S3100 vs Olympus FE-3010 Sensor Comparison
Typically, it is tough to visualize the contrast in sensor measurements just by going through technical specs. The photograph below should give you a much better sense of the sensor dimensions in the S3100 and FE-3010.
As you can tell, the 2 cameras have got the exact same sensor measurements albeit different resolution. You can expect the Nikon S3100 to produce extra detail having its extra 2 Megapixels. Higher resolution will also enable you to crop photographs much more aggressively. The more modern S3100 provides a benefit in sensor innovation.
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Nikon S3100 vs Olympus FE-3010 Specifications
| Nikon Coolpix S3100 | Olympus FE-3010 | |
|---|---|---|
| General Information | ||
| Make | Nikon | Olympus |
| Model | Nikon Coolpix S3100 | Olympus FE-3010 |
| Class | Ultracompact | Ultracompact |
| Introduced | 2011-02-09 | 2009-01-07 |
| Body design | Ultracompact | Ultracompact |
| Sensor Information | ||
| Processor | 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 | 14 megapixel | 12 megapixel |
| Anti aliasing filter | ||
| Aspect ratio | - | 16:9, 4:3 and 3:2 |
| Highest Possible resolution | 4320 x 3240 | 3968 x 2976 |
| Maximum native ISO | 3200 | 1600 |
| Min native ISO | 80 | 64 |
| RAW files | ||
| Autofocusing | ||
| Manual focus | ||
| AF touch | ||
| Continuous AF | ||
| Single AF | ||
| AF tracking | ||
| Selective AF | ||
| AF center weighted | ||
| AF multi area | ||
| AF live view | ||
| Face detection AF | ||
| Contract detection AF | ||
| Phase detection AF | ||
| Number of focus points | 9 | - |
| Lens | ||
| Lens mounting type | fixed lens | fixed lens |
| Lens focal range | 26-130mm (5.0x) | 36-108mm (3.0x) |
| Largest aperture | f/3.2-6.5 | f/3.1-5.9 |
| Macro focus distance | 10cm | 5cm |
| Focal length multiplier | 5.8 | 5.9 |
| Screen | ||
| Range of screen | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
| Screen sizing | 2.7" | 2.7" |
| Resolution of screen | 230k dot | 230k dot |
| Selfie friendly | ||
| Liveview | ||
| Touch operation | ||
| Screen technology | TFT LCD | - |
| Viewfinder Information | ||
| Viewfinder type | None | None |
| Features | ||
| Minimum shutter speed | 4s | 4s |
| Fastest shutter speed | 1/2000s | 1/2000s |
| Continuous shutter speed | 1.0 frames per second | - |
| Shutter priority | ||
| Aperture priority | ||
| Manually set exposure | ||
| Change WB | ||
| Image stabilization | ||
| Built-in flash | ||
| Flash range | 4.50 m | 4.00 m |
| Flash settings | Auto, On, Off, Red-Eye | Auto, Fill-in, Red-Eye reduction, Off, On |
| Hot shoe | ||
| AEB | ||
| White balance bracketing | ||
| Exposure | ||
| Multisegment exposure | ||
| Average exposure | ||
| Spot exposure | ||
| Partial exposure | ||
| AF area exposure | ||
| Center weighted exposure | ||
| Video features | ||
| Supported video resolutions | 1280 x 720p (30fps), 640 x 480 (30fps) | 640 x 480 (30, 15 fps), 320 x 240 (30, 15 fps) |
| Maximum video resolution | 1280x720 | 640x480 |
| Video data format | Motion JPEG | Motion JPEG |
| Mic input | ||
| Headphone input | ||
| Connectivity | ||
| Wireless | None | None |
| Bluetooth | ||
| NFC | ||
| HDMI | ||
| USB | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) |
| GPS | None | None |
| Physical | ||
| Environmental seal | ||
| Water proof | ||
| Dust proof | ||
| Shock proof | ||
| Crush proof | ||
| Freeze proof | ||
| Weight | 118g (0.26 lbs) | 108g (0.24 lbs) |
| Dimensions | 94 x 58 x 18mm (3.7" x 2.3" x 0.7") | 93 x 56 x 18mm (3.7" x 2.2" x 0.7") |
| 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 life | 220 images | - |
| Form of battery | Battery Pack | - |
| Battery model | EN-EL19 | - |
| Self timer | Yes (10 or 2 sec) | Yes (12 seconds) |
| Time lapse feature | ||
| Storage media | SD / SDHC/SDXC | xD-Picture Card, microSD, internal |
| Storage slots | One | One |
| Launch cost | $139 | $140 |