Olympus FE-3010 vs Olympus E-PL6

Following is a in depth overview of the Olympus FE-3010 versus Olympus E-PL6, one is a Ultracompact and the latter is a Entry-Level Mirrorless and they are both produced by Olympus. There is a big difference between the resolutions of the FE-3010 (12MP) and E-PL6 (16MP) and the FE-3010 (1/2.3") and E-PL6 (Four Thirds) boast totally different sensor measurements.

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The FE-3010 was brought out 6 years before the E-PL6 which is quite a big gap as far as tech is concerned. Each of the cameras have different body design with the Olympus FE-3010 being a Ultracompact camera and the Olympus E-PL6 being a Rangefinder-style mirrorless camera.

Before delving straight to a more detailed comparison, here is a quick view of how the FE-3010 matches up against the E-PL6 in terms of portability, imaging, features and an overall score.

Following is a preview of the gallery images for Olympus FE-3010 and Olympus PEN E-PL6. The entire galleries are provided at Olympus FE-3010 Gallery and Olympus E-PL6 Gallery.

If you're aiming to carry around your camera frequently, you're going to have to factor its weight and proportions. The Olympus FE-3010 enjoys outer measurements of 93mm x 56mm x 18mm (3.7" x 2.2" x 0.7") along with a weight of 108 grams (0.24 lbs) whilst the Olympus E-PL6 has measurements of 111mm x 64mm x 38mm (4.4" x 2.5" x 1.5") with a weight of 325 grams (0.72 lbs).

Check the Olympus FE-3010 versus Olympus E-PL6 in the all new Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Remember, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will differ dependant on the lens you are employing at that time. Underneath is a front view measurements comparison of the FE-3010 against the E-PL6.

Factoring in size and weight, the portability rating of the FE-3010 and E-PL6 is 97 and 88 respectively.

Often, it can be difficult to see the contrast between sensor sizes simply by looking at specs. The picture here might provide you a better sense of the sensor sizing in the FE-3010 and E-PL6.

All in all, the 2 cameras have different megapixel count and different sensor sizes. The FE-3010 featuring a tinier sensor will make achieving shallow depth of field harder and the Olympus E-PL6 will give you extra detail having its extra 4 Megapixels. Higher resolution will enable you to crop shots a bit more aggressively. The more aged FE-3010 is going to be behind when it comes to sensor tech.