Olympus FE-3010 vs Olympus VH-515

Here is a complete analysis of the Olympus FE-3010 vs Olympus VH-515, former being a Ultracompact while the other is a Small Sensor Compact and both of them are sold by Olympus. The sensor resolution of the FE-3010 (12MP) and the VH-515 (12MP) is very well matched and they possess the same exact sensor sizes (1/2.3").

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The FE-3010 was revealed 4 years prior to the VH-515 and that is quite a sizable difference 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 VH-515 being a Compact camera.

Before getting through a in depth comparison, below is a quick overview of how the FE-3010 scores against the VH-515 in regards to portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

The following is a sample of the gallery pics for Olympus FE-3010 & Olympus VH-515. The full galleries are provided at Olympus FE-3010 Gallery & Olympus VH-515 Gallery.

If you're looking to carry your camera often, you have to consider its weight and measurements. The Olympus FE-3010 provides outside 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 VH-515 has proportions of 102mm x 60mm x 21mm (4.0" x 2.4" x 0.8") having a weight of 152 grams (0.34 lbs).

Contrast the Olympus FE-3010 vs Olympus VH-515 in our brand new Camera & Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Take into consideration, the weight of an ILC will change depending on the lens you are utilising at that time. Here is the front view dimension comparison of the FE-3010 against the VH-515.

Taking into consideration dimensions and weight, the portability grade of the FE-3010 and VH-515 is 97 and 95 respectively.

Typically, it can be hard to visualize the contrast between sensor sizing simply by checking technical specs. The graphic below may provide you a clearer sense of the sensor sizing in the FE-3010 and VH-515.

As you can tell, the 2 cameras offer the same exact sensor sizing and the identical megapixels and you can expect similar quality of images although you will want to factor the launch date of the products into consideration. The older FE-3010 is going to be behind when it comes to sensor technology.