Olympus FE-3010 vs Olympus TG-1 iHS

Following is a in depth analysis of the Olympus FE-3010 versus Olympus TG-1 iHS, one is a Ultracompact and the other is a Waterproof and they are both created by Olympus. The resolution of the FE-3010 (12MP) and the TG-1 iHS (12MP) is very well matched and they feature the same exact sensor dimensions (1/2.3").

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The FE-3010 was released 4 years before the TG-1 iHS which is quite a serious gap as far as technology is concerned. The two cameras offer different body type with the Olympus FE-3010 being a Ultracompact camera and the Olympus TG-1 iHS being a Compact camera.

Before diving straight into a in depth comparison, below is a short summation of how the FE-3010 matches up vs the TG-1 iHS when considering portability, imaging, features and an overall score.

This is a sample of the gallery pics for Olympus FE-3010 and Olympus Tough TG-1 iHS. The complete galleries are provided at Olympus FE-3010 Gallery and Olympus TG-1 iHS Gallery.

If you are going to carry around your camera often, you'll have to consider its weight and measurements. The Olympus FE-3010 offers external dimensions of 93mm x 56mm x 18mm (3.7" x 2.2" x 0.7") having a weight of 108 grams (0.24 lbs) while the Olympus TG-1 iHS has proportions of 112mm x 67mm x 30mm (4.4" x 2.6" x 1.2") accompanied by a weight of 230 grams (0.51 lbs).

Compare the Olympus FE-3010 versus Olympus TG-1 iHS in the latest Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Do not forget, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will differ dependant on the lens you are utilising at that moment. Underneath is the front view scale comparison of the FE-3010 against the TG-1 iHS.

Using dimensions and weight, the portability grade of the FE-3010 and TG-1 iHS is 97 and 91 respectively.

Typically, it's hard to see the gap between sensor sizes purely by looking at specifications. The picture here will offer you a stronger sense of the sensor sizes in the FE-3010 and TG-1 iHS.

To sum up, both of these cameras offer the same exact sensor sizing and the identical MP so you should expect similar quality of pictures though you should always consider the production date of the products into consideration. The more aged FE-3010 is going to be disadvantaged with regard to sensor tech.