Olympus FE-3010 vs Olympus TG-6
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Olympus FE-3010 vs Olympus TG-6 Key Specs
(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
- Launched January 2009
(Full Review)
- 12MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 3" Fixed Screen
- ISO 100 - 12800
- Sensor-shift Image Stabilization
- 3840 x 2160 video
- 25-100mm (F2.0-4.9) lens
- 253g - 113 x 66 x 32mm
- Released May 2019
- Replaced the Olympus TG-5
Olympus FE-3010 vs Olympus TG-6 Overview
On this page, we will be comparing the Olympus FE-3010 and Olympus TG-6, one is a Ultracompact and the latter is a Waterproof and both of them are designed by Olympus. The resolution of the FE-3010 (12MP) and the TG-6 (12MP) is pretty comparable and both cameras have the same sensor dimensions (1/2.3").
Photography GlossaryThe FE-3010 was released 11 years prior to the TG-6 which is a fairly sizable gap as far as camera technology is concerned. The two cameras have different body design with the Olympus FE-3010 being a Ultracompact camera and the Olympus TG-6 being a Compact camera.
Before diving straight to a in-depth comparison, here is a quick highlight of how the FE-3010 grades vs the TG-6 when considering portability, imaging, features and an overall score.
Olympus FE-3010 vs Olympus TG-6 Gallery
Following is a preview of the gallery images for Olympus FE-3010 and Olympus Tough TG-6. The complete galleries are provided at Olympus FE-3010 Gallery and Olympus TG-6 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Olympus FE-3010 over the Olympus TG-6
FE-3010 | TG-6 |
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Reasons to pick Olympus TG-6 over the Olympus FE-3010
TG-6 | FE-3010 | |||
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Released | May 2019 | January 2009 | More modern by 126 months | |
Focus manually | Very precise focusing | |||
Screen dimensions | 3" | 2.7" | Bigger screen (+0.3") | |
Screen resolution | 1040k | 230k | Clearer screen (+810k dot) |
Common features in the Olympus FE-3010 and Olympus TG-6
FE-3010 | TG-6 | |||
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Screen type | Fixed | Fixed | Fixed screen | |
Selfie screen | No selfie screen | |||
Touch screen | No Touch screen |
Olympus FE-3010 vs Olympus TG-6 Physical Comparison
For anyone who is planning to carry around your camera often, you're going to have to factor its weight and dimensions. The Olympus FE-3010 offers outer measurements of 93mm x 56mm x 18mm (3.7" x 2.2" x 0.7") having a weight of 108 grams (0.24 lbs) and the Olympus TG-6 has dimensions of 113mm x 66mm x 32mm (4.4" x 2.6" x 1.3") and a weight of 253 grams (0.56 lbs).
Compare the Olympus FE-3010 and Olympus TG-6 in the latest Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.Do not forget, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will differ based on the lens you choose at that moment. Here is a front view size comparison of the FE-3010 against the TG-6.
Looking at dimensions and weight, the portability grade of the FE-3010 and TG-6 is 97 and 90 respectively.
Olympus FE-3010 vs Olympus TG-6 Sensor Comparison
Sometimes, it's tough to imagine the difference in sensor sizes just by going through technical specs. The image underneath should provide you a far better sense of the sensor measurements in the FE-3010 and TG-6.
As you can tell, the two cameras provide the same sensor dimensions and the identical MP therefore you should expect comparable quality of files though you should factor the release date of the cameras into account. The more aged FE-3010 will be behind with regard to sensor innovation.
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Olympus FE-3010 vs Olympus TG-6 Specifications
Olympus FE-3010 | Olympus Tough TG-6 | |
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General Information | ||
Brand Name | Olympus | Olympus |
Model type | Olympus FE-3010 | Olympus Tough TG-6 |
Category | Ultracompact | Waterproof |
Launched | 2009-01-07 | 2019-05-22 |
Body design | Ultracompact | Compact |
Sensor Information | ||
Chip | - | TruePic VIII |
Sensor type | CCD | BSI-CMOS |
Sensor size | 1/2.3" | 1/2.3" |
Sensor measurements | 6.08 x 4.56mm | 6.17 x 4.55mm |
Sensor area | 27.7mm² | 28.1mm² |
Sensor resolution | 12 megapixel | 12 megapixel |
Anti alias filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 16:9, 4:3 and 3:2 | 1:1, 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 |
Peak resolution | 3968 x 2976 | 4000 x 3000 |
Highest native ISO | 1600 | 12800 |
Min native ISO | 64 | 100 |
RAW format | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Manual focusing | ||
Touch to focus | ||
Continuous AF | ||
AF single | ||
Tracking AF | ||
Selective AF | ||
Center weighted AF | ||
AF multi area | ||
AF live view | ||
Face detection focusing | ||
Contract detection focusing | ||
Phase detection focusing | ||
Total focus points | - | 25 |
Lens | ||
Lens mount type | fixed lens | fixed lens |
Lens zoom range | 36-108mm (3.0x) | 25-100mm (4.0x) |
Largest aperture | f/3.1-5.9 | f/2.0-4.9 |
Macro focusing range | 5cm | 1cm |
Crop factor | 5.9 | 5.8 |
Screen | ||
Range of screen | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
Screen sizing | 2.7" | 3" |
Screen resolution | 230k dot | 1,040k dot |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch display | ||
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder type | None | None |
Features | ||
Min shutter speed | 4 seconds | 4 seconds |
Max shutter speed | 1/2000 seconds | 1/2000 seconds |
Continuous shutter speed | - | 20.0 frames per sec |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Manually set exposure | ||
Custom WB | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Integrated flash | ||
Flash distance | 4.00 m | - |
Flash options | Auto, Fill-in, Red-Eye reduction, Off, On | Auto, Red Eye Reduction, Slow sync. (1st curtain), Red-eye Slow sync. (1st curtain), Fill- in, Manual, Flash Off |
External flash | ||
AEB | ||
White balance 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, 15 fps), 320 x 240 (30, 15 fps) | 3840 x 2160 @ 30p / 102 Mbps, MOV, H.264, Linear PC |
Highest video resolution | 640x480 | 3840x2160 |
Video format | Motion JPEG | MPEG-4, H.264 |
Microphone input | ||
Headphone input | ||
Connectivity | ||
Wireless | None | Built-In |
Bluetooth | ||
NFC | ||
HDMI | ||
USB | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) |
GPS | None | Built-in |
Physical | ||
Environment seal | ||
Water proofing | ||
Dust proofing | ||
Shock proofing | ||
Crush proofing | ||
Freeze proofing | ||
Weight | 108 grams (0.24 lb) | 253 grams (0.56 lb) |
Physical dimensions | 93 x 56 x 18mm (3.7" x 2.2" x 0.7") | 113 x 66 x 32mm (4.4" x 2.6" x 1.3") |
DXO scores | ||
DXO Overall rating | not tested | not tested |
DXO Color Depth rating | not tested | not tested |
DXO Dynamic range rating | not tested | not tested |
DXO Low light rating | not tested | not tested |
Other | ||
Battery life | - | 340 photos |
Form of battery | - | Battery Pack |
Battery ID | - | LI-92B |
Self timer | Yes (12 seconds) | Yes |
Time lapse shooting | ||
Storage media | xD-Picture Card, microSD, internal | SD/SDHC/SDXC card (UHS-I support) |
Storage slots | Single | Single |
Launch price | $140 | $449 |