Olympus FE-3010 vs Olympus SP-820UZ

On this page, we are looking at the Olympus FE-3010 versus Olympus SP-820UZ, one is a Ultracompact and the other is a Small Sensor Superzoom and both are created by Olympus. The image resolution of the FE-3010 (12MP) and the SP-820UZ (14MP) is fairly well matched and both cameras offer the same sensor dimensions (1/2.3").

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The FE-3010 was launched 4 years earlier than the SP-820UZ which is quite a significant gap as far as tech is concerned. Both of these cameras have different body design with the Olympus FE-3010 being a Ultracompact camera and the Olympus SP-820UZ being a Compact camera.

Before diving straight to a complete comparison, here is a brief introduction of how the FE-3010 scores versus the SP-820UZ with regards to portability, imaging, features and an overall score.

Below is a sample of the gallery pictures for Olympus FE-3010 and Olympus Stylus SP-820UZ. The complete galleries are available at Olympus FE-3010 Gallery and Olympus SP-820UZ Gallery.

When you are aiming to carry around your camera frequently, you need to factor its weight and volume. The Olympus FE-3010 comes with external measurements of 93mm x 56mm x 18mm (3.7" x 2.2" x 0.7") with a weight of 108 grams (0.24 lbs) whilst the Olympus SP-820UZ has sizing of 117mm x 78mm x 93mm (4.6" x 3.1" x 3.7") having a weight of 485 grams (1.07 lbs).

Check out the Olympus FE-3010 versus Olympus SP-820UZ in the new Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Keep in mind, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will vary depending on the lens you are utilizing at that time. Following is a front view measurements comparison of the FE-3010 against the SP-820UZ.

Looking at size and weight, the portability grade of the FE-3010 and SP-820UZ is 97 and 69 respectively.

In many cases, its tough to imagine the gap between sensor sizes simply by checking specifications. The image underneath will provide you a better sense of the sensor measurements in the FE-3010 and SP-820UZ.

Plainly, each of these cameras have the same sensor dimensions but different megapixels. You should anticipate the Olympus SP-820UZ to give you extra detail utilizing its extra 2 Megapixels. Greater resolution will also enable you to crop pics a bit more aggressively. The more aged FE-3010 is going to be disadvantaged with regard to sensor innovation.