Olympus FE-3010 vs Panasonic FS7
97 Imaging
34 Features
20 Overall
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95 Imaging
33 Features
17 Overall
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Olympus FE-3010 vs Panasonic FS7 Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 12MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 2.7" Fixed Display
- 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
(Full Review)
- 10MP - 1/2.5" Sensor
- 2.7" Fixed Screen
- ISO 80 - 1600 (Bump to 6400)
- Optical Image Stabilization
- 640 x 480 video
- 33-132mm (F2.8-5.9) lens
- 139g - 97 x 54 x 22mm
- Revealed January 2009

Olympus FE-3010 vs Panasonic FS7 Overview
The following is a detailed overview of the Olympus FE-3010 versus Panasonic FS7, both Ultracompact digital cameras by companies Olympus and Panasonic. The sensor resolution of the FE-3010 (12MP) and the FS7 (10MP) is relatively similar but the FE-3010 (1/2.3") and FS7 (1/2.5") feature different sensor sizing.

The FE-3010 was launched about the same time to the FS7 which means that they are of a similar age. Both of these cameras offer the identical body type (Ultracompact).
Before delving straight into a complete comparison, below is a concise view of how the FE-3010 grades versus the FS7 with regard to portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.

Olympus FE-3010 vs Panasonic FS7 Gallery
Here is a preview of the gallery photos for Olympus FE-3010 & Panasonic Lumix DMC-FS7. The complete galleries are available at Olympus FE-3010 Gallery & Panasonic FS7 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Olympus FE-3010 over the Panasonic FS7
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Reasons to pick Panasonic FS7 over the Olympus FE-3010
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Common features in the Olympus FE-3010 and Panasonic FS7
FE-3010 | FS7 | |||
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Revealed | January 2009 | ![]() | January 2009 | Similar age |
Manually focus | ![]() | Lack of manual focus | ||
Screen type | Fixed | ![]() | Fixed | Fixed screen |
Screen sizing | 2.7" | ![]() | 2.7" | Equivalent screen measurement |
Screen resolution | 230k | ![]() | 230k | The same screen resolution |
Selfie screen | ![]() | Neither includes selfie screen | ||
Touch friendly screen | ![]() | Lack of Touch friendly screen |
Olympus FE-3010 vs Panasonic FS7 Physical Comparison
When you are aiming to travel with your camera, you have to think about its weight and measurements. The Olympus FE-3010 features physical measurements 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 FS7 has proportions of 97mm x 54mm x 22mm (3.8" x 2.1" x 0.9") along with a weight of 139 grams (0.31 lbs).
Compare the Olympus FE-3010 versus Panasonic FS7 in our completely new Camera plus Lens Size Comparison Tool.
Take into account, the weight of an ILC will vary based on the lens you are employing at that moment. Here is the front view sizing comparison of the FE-3010 and the FS7.

Taking into account size and weight, the portability score of the FE-3010 and FS7 is 97 and 95 respectively.

Olympus FE-3010 vs Panasonic FS7 Sensor Comparison
Oftentimes, it can be hard to imagine the contrast between sensor dimensions simply by reading specs. The image below might offer you a more clear sense of the sensor measurements in the FE-3010 and FS7.
All in all, the two cameras enjoy different megapixels and different sensor dimensions. The FE-3010 due to its bigger sensor is going to make getting shallower depth of field less difficult and the Olympus FE-3010 will offer greater detail utilizing its extra 2 Megapixels. Higher resolution can also help you crop pictures far more aggressively.

Olympus FE-3010 vs Panasonic FS7 Screen and ViewFinder


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Olympus FE-3010 vs Panasonic FS7 Specifications
Olympus FE-3010 | Panasonic Lumix DMC-FS7 | |
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General Information | ||
Brand | Olympus | Panasonic |
Model | Olympus FE-3010 | Panasonic Lumix DMC-FS7 |
Class | Ultracompact | Ultracompact |
Released | 2009-01-07 | 2009-01-16 |
Body design | Ultracompact | Ultracompact |
Sensor Information | ||
Sensor type | CCD | CCD |
Sensor size | 1/2.3" | 1/2.5" |
Sensor measurements | 6.08 x 4.56mm | 5.744 x 4.308mm |
Sensor area | 27.7mm² | 24.7mm² |
Sensor resolution | 12 megapixels | 10 megapixels |
Anti aliasing filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 16:9, 4:3 and 3:2 | 16:9, 4:3 and 3:2 |
Max resolution | 3968 x 2976 | 3648 x 2736 |
Max native ISO | 1600 | 1600 |
Max enhanced ISO | - | 6400 |
Min native ISO | 64 | 80 |
RAW pictures | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Manual focus | ||
Autofocus touch | ||
Continuous autofocus | ||
Autofocus single | ||
Autofocus tracking | ||
Selective autofocus | ||
Autofocus center weighted | ||
Autofocus multi area | ||
Autofocus live view | ||
Face detect focus | ||
Contract detect focus | ||
Phase detect focus | ||
Number of focus points | - | 9 |
Lens | ||
Lens mounting type | fixed lens | fixed lens |
Lens focal range | 36-108mm (3.0x) | 33-132mm (4.0x) |
Largest aperture | f/3.1-5.9 | f/2.8-5.9 |
Macro focus distance | 5cm | 5cm |
Focal length multiplier | 5.9 | 6.3 |
Screen | ||
Display type | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
Display sizing | 2.7 inches | 2.7 inches |
Resolution of display | 230k dot | 230k dot |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch function | ||
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder | None | None |
Features | ||
Minimum shutter speed | 4 seconds | 60 seconds |
Fastest shutter speed | 1/2000 seconds | 1/2000 seconds |
Continuous shutter speed | - | 3.0 frames per sec |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Manually set exposure | ||
Set white balance | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Integrated flash | ||
Flash range | 4.00 m | - |
Flash settings | Auto, Fill-in, Red-Eye reduction, Off, On | Auto, Auto Red-eye Reduction, Forced On, Forced Off |
External flash | ||
AE bracketing | ||
White balance bracketing | ||
Exposure | ||
Multisegment | ||
Average | ||
Spot | ||
Partial | ||
AF area | ||
Center weighted | ||
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) |
Max video resolution | 640x480 | 640x480 |
Video file format | Motion JPEG | Motion JPEG |
Microphone 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 proof | ||
Dust proof | ||
Shock proof | ||
Crush proof | ||
Freeze proof | ||
Weight | 108 gr (0.24 lb) | 139 gr (0.31 lb) |
Dimensions | 93 x 56 x 18mm (3.7" x 2.2" x 0.7") | 97 x 54 x 22mm (3.8" x 2.1" x 0.9") |
DXO scores | ||
DXO Overall score | not tested | not tested |
DXO Color Depth score | not tested | not tested |
DXO Dynamic range score | not tested | not tested |
DXO Low light score | not tested | not tested |
Other | ||
Self timer | Yes (12 seconds) | Yes (2 or 10 sec) |
Time lapse shooting | ||
Storage media | xD-Picture Card, microSD, internal | SD/MMC/SDHC card, Internal |
Storage slots | Single | Single |
Retail cost | $140 | $160 |