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Olympus FE-3010 vs Panasonic FS12

Portability
97
Imaging
34
Features
20
Overall
28
Olympus FE-3010 front
 
Panasonic Lumix DMC-FS12 front
Portability
95
Imaging
35
Features
14
Overall
26

Olympus FE-3010 vs Panasonic FS12 Key Specs

Olympus FE-3010
(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
  • Released January 2009
Panasonic FS12
(Full Review)
  • 12MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
  • 2.7" Fixed Screen
  • ISO 80 - 1600 (Boost to 6400)
  • Optical Image Stabilization
  • 640 x 480 video
  • 31-124mm (F2.8-5.9) lens
  • 129g - 97 x 55 x 22mm
  • Released April 2009
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Olympus FE-3010 vs Panasonic FS12 Overview

On this page, we will be reviewing the Olympus FE-3010 versus Panasonic FS12, both Ultracompact cameras by competitors Olympus and Panasonic. The resolution of the FE-3010 (12MP) and the FS12 (12MP) is pretty close and both cameras boast the same sensor sizes (1/2.3").

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The FE-3010 was manufactured 3 months earlier than the FS12 so they are both of a similar age. The two cameras have the same body design (Ultracompact).

Before diving right into a in depth comparison, here is a concise overview of how the FE-3010 scores against the FS12 in relation to portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

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Reasons to pick Olympus FE-3010 over the Panasonic FS12

 FE-3010 FS12 

Reasons to pick Panasonic FS12 over the Olympus FE-3010

 FS12 FE-3010 

Common features in the Olympus FE-3010 and Panasonic FS12

 FE-3010 FS12 
ReleasedJanuary 2009April 2009Same age
Manually focus Lack of manual focusing
Screen typeFixed Fixed Fixed screen
Screen dimensions2.7"2.7"Equal screen dimensions
Screen resolution230k230kEqual screen resolution
Selfie screen Lack of selfie screen
Touch friendly screen Neither contains Touch friendly screen

Olympus FE-3010 vs Panasonic FS12 Physical Comparison

For those who are looking to carry your camera, you should factor its weight and volume. The Olympus FE-3010 has got physical dimensions of 93mm x 56mm x 18mm (3.7" x 2.2" x 0.7") with a weight of 108 grams (0.24 lbs) and the Panasonic FS12 has sizing of 97mm x 55mm x 22mm (3.8" x 2.2" x 0.9") accompanied by a weight of 129 grams (0.28 lbs).

Check the Olympus FE-3010 versus Panasonic FS12 in our brand new Camera & Lens Size Comparison Tool. Camera Size Comparison with Lenses

Bear in mind, the weight of an ILC will change depending on the lens you have chosen during that time. Underneath is a front view measurement comparison of the FE-3010 versus the FS12.

Olympus FE-3010 vs Panasonic FS12 size comparison

Considering size and weight, the portability grade of the FE-3010 and FS12 is 97 and 95 respectively.

Olympus FE-3010 vs Panasonic FS12 top view buttons comparison

Olympus FE-3010 vs Panasonic FS12 Sensor Comparison

Usually, it is difficult to imagine the gap in sensor sizing just by researching specs. The graphic here should provide you a better sense of the sensor dimensions in the FE-3010 and FS12.

All in all, both of those cameras have the same sensor dimensions and the exact same MP so you can expect comparable quality of files however you will want to consider the launch date of the cameras into account.

Olympus FE-3010 vs Panasonic FS12 sensor size comparison

Olympus FE-3010 vs Panasonic FS12 Screen and ViewFinder

Olympus FE-3010 vs Panasonic FS12 Screen and Viewfinder comparison
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Photography Type Scores

Portrait Comparison

Olympus FE-3010 Portrait photography highlights
Panasonic FS12 Portrait photography highlights
26
supports face detection focusing
no manual focus
manual exposure not available
cannot use external flash
sensor resolution low (12 megapixels)
small sensor size (1/2.3")
lack of RAW support
21
no manual focus
manual exposure not possible
external flash not possible
MP count low (12 megapixels)
sensor size is very small (1/2.3")
has no RAW files
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Street Comparison

Olympus FE-3010 Street photography factors
Panasonic FS12 Street photography factors
63
has image stabilization (Digital)
weather sealing
screen is fixed
small sensor size (1/2.3")
lack of RAW support
57
built in image stabilization (Optical)
screen does not articulate
sensor size is very small (1/2.3")
has no RAW files
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Sports Comparison

Olympus FE-3010 Sports photography details
Panasonic FS12 Sports photography details
33
has image stabilization (Digital)
weather sealing
no shutter priority
sensor resolution low (12MP)
small sensor size (1/2.3")
lack of phase detect AF
25
built in image stabilization (Optical)
continuous shooting slow (2.0 frames per second)
no shutter priority mode
MP count low (12 megapixels)
sensor size is very small (1/2.3")
has no phase detect AF
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Travel Comparison

Olympus FE-3010 as a Travel photography camera
Panasonic FS12 as a Travel photography camera
57
weather sealing
flash built-in
doesn't have Timelapse mode
sensor resolution low (12 megapixels)
doesn't contain selfie friendly screen
wide angle not the best (36mm)
sluggish max aperture (f3.1)
51
flash built-in
no Time Lapse mode
MP count low (12MP)
doesn't have selfie friendly screen
wide angle not the best (31mm)
somewhat slow max aperture (f2.8)
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Landscape Comparison

Landscape photography with Olympus FE-3010
Landscape photography with Panasonic FS12
31
has image stabilization (Digital)
weather sealing
no manual focus
can't switch lenses (fixed lens mount)
wide angle not the best (36mm)
sluggish max aperture (f3.1)
small screen (2.7 inch)
manual exposure not available
sensor resolution low (12MP)
small sensor size (1/2.3")
lack of RAW support
doesn't have Timelapse mode
28
built in image stabilization (Optical)
no manual focus
can't change lenses (fixed lens mount)
wide angle not the best (31mm)
somewhat slow max aperture (f2.8)
tiny screen (2.7 inches)
manual exposure not possible
MP count low (12 megapixels)
sensor size is very small (1/2.3")
has no RAW files
no Time Lapse mode
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Vlogging Comparison

Olympus FE-3010 Vlogging highlights
Panasonic FS12 Vlogging highlights
28
has image stabilization (Digital)
supports face detection focusing
wide angle not the best (36mm)
sluggish max aperture (f3.1)
doesn't contain selfie friendly screen
low res video (640 x 480 pxls)
doesn't have external microphone jack
25
built in image stabilization (Optical)
wide angle not the best (31mm)
somewhat slow max aperture (f2.8)
doesn't have selfie friendly screen
video quality not great (640 x 480 pxls)
no external mic port
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Olympus FE-3010 vs Panasonic FS12 Specifications

Detailed spec comparison table for Olympus FE-3010 and Panasonic FS12
 Olympus FE-3010Panasonic Lumix DMC-FS12
General Information
Manufacturer Olympus Panasonic
Model type Olympus FE-3010 Panasonic Lumix DMC-FS12
Category Ultracompact Ultracompact
Released 2009-01-07 2009-04-17
Body design Ultracompact Ultracompact
Sensor Information
Sensor type CCD CCD
Sensor size 1/2.3" 1/2.3"
Sensor dimensions 6.08 x 4.56mm 6.08 x 4.56mm
Sensor surface area 27.7mm² 27.7mm²
Sensor resolution 12 megapixel 12 megapixel
Anti alias filter
Aspect ratio 16:9, 4:3 and 3:2 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9
Highest resolution 3968 x 2976 4000 x 3000
Highest native ISO 1600 1600
Highest boosted ISO - 6400
Min native ISO 64 80
RAW support
Autofocusing
Manual focusing
Touch to focus
AF continuous
AF single
AF tracking
AF selectice
AF center weighted
Multi area AF
Live view AF
Face detection AF
Contract detection AF
Phase detection AF
Lens
Lens support fixed lens fixed lens
Lens zoom range 36-108mm (3.0x) 31-124mm (4.0x)
Maximal aperture f/3.1-5.9 f/2.8-5.9
Macro focusing distance 5cm 5cm
Focal length multiplier 5.9 5.9
Screen
Range of screen Fixed Type Fixed Type
Screen size 2.7 inch 2.7 inch
Resolution of screen 230k dot 230k dot
Selfie friendly
Liveview
Touch capability
Viewfinder Information
Viewfinder type None None
Features
Slowest shutter speed 4s 60s
Maximum shutter speed 1/2000s 1/2000s
Continuous shooting speed - 2.0 frames per sec
Shutter priority
Aperture priority
Manual exposure
Set WB
Image stabilization
Inbuilt flash
Flash distance 4.00 m 6.30 m
Flash options Auto, Fill-in, Red-Eye reduction, Off, On Auto, On, Off, Red-eye, Slow Sync
External flash
AEB
WB bracketing
Exposure
Multisegment metering
Average metering
Spot metering
Partial metering
AF area metering
Center weighted metering
Video features
Supported video resolutions 640 x 480 (30, 15 fps), 320 x 240 (30, 15 fps) 848 x 480 (30 fps), 640 x 480 (30 fps), 320 x 240 (30 fps)
Highest video resolution 640x480 640x480
Video format Motion JPEG Motion JPEG
Mic jack
Headphone jack
Connectivity
Wireless None None
Bluetooth
NFC
HDMI
USB USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec)
GPS None None
Physical
Environmental seal
Water proofing
Dust proofing
Shock proofing
Crush proofing
Freeze proofing
Weight 108 grams (0.24 lb) 129 grams (0.28 lb)
Physical dimensions 93 x 56 x 18mm (3.7" x 2.2" x 0.7") 97 x 55 x 22mm (3.8" x 2.2" x 0.9")
DXO scores
DXO All around 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
Self timer Yes (12 seconds) Yes (2 or 10 sec)
Time lapse feature
Storage media xD-Picture Card, microSD, internal SD/SDHC card, Internal
Storage slots Single Single
Launch cost $140 $228