Olympus FE-3010 vs Panasonic G2
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Olympus FE-3010 vs Panasonic G2 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
- Revealed January 2009
(Full Review)
- 12MP - Four Thirds Sensor
- 3" Fully Articulated Display
- ISO 100 - 6400
- 1280 x 720 video
- Micro Four Thirds Mount
- 428g - 124 x 84 x 74mm
- Launched July 2010
- Replaced the Panasonic G1
- Replacement is Panasonic G3
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Its time to look a little more in depth at the Olympus FE-3010 vs Panasonic G2, former is a Ultracompact while the other is a Entry-Level Mirrorless by companies Olympus and Panasonic. The image resolution of the FE-3010 (12MP) and the G2 (12MP) is fairly close but the FE-3010 (1/2.3") and G2 (Four Thirds) boast totally different sensor measurements.
Samsung Releases Faster Versions of EVO MicroSD CardsThe FE-3010 was unveiled 18 months earlier than the G2 making them a generation away from each other. The two cameras have different body design with the Olympus FE-3010 being a Ultracompact camera and the Panasonic G2 being a SLR-style mirrorless camera.
Before delving right into a comprehensive comparison, here is a brief synopsis of how the FE-3010 grades versus the G2 in relation to portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.
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This is a sample of the gallery pictures for Olympus FE-3010 & Panasonic Lumix DMC-G2. The full galleries are viewable at Olympus FE-3010 Gallery & Panasonic G2 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Olympus FE-3010 over the Panasonic G2
| FE-3010 | G2 |
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Reasons to pick Panasonic G2 over the Olympus FE-3010
| G2 | FE-3010 | |||
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Launched | July 2010 |  | January 2009 | Newer by 18 months |
| Focus manually |  | Very accurate focus | ||
| Display type | Fully Articulated |  | Fixed | Fully Articulating display |
| Display dimensions | 3" |  | 2.7" | Larger display (+0.3") |
| Display resolution | 460k |  | 230k | Sharper display (+230k dot) |
| Selfie screen |  | Take selfies | ||
| Touch display |  | Easily navigate |
Common features in the Olympus FE-3010 and Panasonic G2
| FE-3010 | G2 |
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Olympus FE-3010 vs Panasonic G2 Physical Comparison
When you are intending to travel with your camera regularly, you'll need to factor in its weight and size. The Olympus FE-3010 features exterior measurements of 93mm x 56mm x 18mm (3.7" x 2.2" x 0.7") along with a weight of 108 grams (0.24 lbs) whilst the Panasonic G2 has specifications of 124mm x 84mm x 74mm (4.9" x 3.3" x 2.9") and a weight of 428 grams (0.94 lbs).
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Take into account, the weight of an ILC will differ based on the lens you have attached during that time. Underneath is a front view size comparison of the FE-3010 against the G2.
Taking into consideration size and weight, the portability grade of the FE-3010 and G2 is 97 and 72 respectively.
Olympus FE-3010 vs Panasonic G2 Sensor Comparison
Generally, it's hard to visualise the gap in sensor dimensions only by looking through specifications. The pic below will give you a clearer sense of the sensor sizing in the FE-3010 and G2.
To sum up, each of these cameras have the same MP but not the same sensor dimensions. The FE-3010 features the smaller sensor which is going to make obtaining shallow DOF more difficult. The more aged FE-3010 will be behind with regard to sensor innovation.
Olympus FE-3010 vs Panasonic G2 Screen and ViewFinder
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Olympus FE-3010 vs Panasonic G2 Specifications
| Olympus FE-3010 | Panasonic Lumix DMC-G2 | |
|---|---|---|
| General Information | ||
| Brand | Olympus | Panasonic |
| Model | Olympus FE-3010 | Panasonic Lumix DMC-G2 |
| Category | Ultracompact | Entry-Level Mirrorless |
| Revealed | 2009-01-07 | 2010-07-12 |
| Body design | Ultracompact | SLR-style mirrorless |
| Sensor Information | ||
| Processor | - | Venus Engine HD II |
| Sensor type | CCD | CMOS |
| Sensor size | 1/2.3" | Four Thirds |
| Sensor dimensions | 6.08 x 4.56mm | 17.3 x 13mm |
| Sensor area | 27.7mm² | 224.9mm² |
| Sensor resolution | 12 megapixels | 12 megapixels |
| Anti aliasing filter | ||
| Aspect ratio | 16:9, 4:3 and 3:2 | 1:1, 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 |
| Highest Possible resolution | 3968 x 2976 | 4000 x 3000 |
| Maximum native ISO | 1600 | 6400 |
| Lowest native ISO | 64 | 100 |
| RAW data | ||
| Autofocusing | ||
| Manual focus | ||
| Touch focus | ||
| Continuous autofocus | ||
| Single autofocus | ||
| Autofocus tracking | ||
| Autofocus selectice | ||
| Autofocus center weighted | ||
| Autofocus multi area | ||
| Live view autofocus | ||
| Face detection focus | ||
| Contract detection focus | ||
| Phase detection focus | ||
| Lens | ||
| Lens mounting type | fixed lens | Micro Four Thirds |
| Lens focal range | 36-108mm (3.0x) | - |
| Maximal aperture | f/3.1-5.9 | - |
| Macro focus range | 5cm | - |
| Available lenses | - | 107 |
| Crop factor | 5.9 | 2.1 |
| Screen | ||
| Screen type | Fixed Type | Fully Articulated |
| Screen size | 2.7 inch | 3 inch |
| Screen resolution | 230k dot | 460k dot |
| Selfie friendly | ||
| Liveview | ||
| Touch function | ||
| Screen technology | - | TFT Color LCD with wide-viewing angle |
| Viewfinder Information | ||
| Viewfinder | None | Electronic |
| Viewfinder resolution | - | 1,440k dot |
| Viewfinder coverage | - | 100 percent |
| Viewfinder magnification | - | 0.55x |
| Features | ||
| Minimum shutter speed | 4 seconds | 60 seconds |
| Fastest shutter speed | 1/2000 seconds | 1/4000 seconds |
| Continuous shutter speed | - | 3.0 frames/s |
| Shutter priority | ||
| Aperture priority | ||
| Manually set exposure | ||
| Exposure compensation | - | Yes |
| Custom white balance | ||
| Image stabilization | ||
| Integrated flash | ||
| Flash range | 4.00 m | 11.00 m |
| Flash settings | Auto, Fill-in, Red-Eye reduction, Off, On | Auto, On, Off, Red-Eye, Slow Sync |
| External flash | ||
| AE bracketing | ||
| WB bracketing | ||
| Fastest flash sync | - | 1/160 seconds |
| Exposure | ||
| Multisegment | ||
| Average | ||
| Spot | ||
| Partial | ||
| AF area | ||
| Center weighted | ||
| Video features | ||
| Video resolutions | 640 x 480 (30, 15 fps), 320 x 240 (30, 15 fps) | 1280 x 720 (30 fps), 848 x 480 (30 fps), 640 x 480 (30 fps), 320 x 240 (30 fps) |
| Maximum video resolution | 640x480 | 1280x720 |
| Video data format | Motion JPEG | AVCHD Lite, 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 | ||
| Environment seal | ||
| Water proof | ||
| Dust proof | ||
| Shock proof | ||
| Crush proof | ||
| Freeze proof | ||
| Weight | 108 grams (0.24 lb) | 428 grams (0.94 lb) |
| Physical dimensions | 93 x 56 x 18mm (3.7" x 2.2" x 0.7") | 124 x 84 x 74mm (4.9" x 3.3" x 2.9") |
| DXO scores | ||
| DXO Overall score | not tested | 53 |
| DXO Color Depth score | not tested | 21.2 |
| DXO Dynamic range score | not tested | 10.3 |
| DXO Low light score | not tested | 493 |
| Other | ||
| Battery life | - | 360 images |
| Battery form | - | Battery Pack |
| Self timer | Yes (12 seconds) | Yes (2 or 10 sec) |
| Time lapse feature | ||
| Type of storage | xD-Picture Card, microSD, internal | SD/SDHC/SDXC |
| Storage slots | Single | Single |
| Launch price | $140 | $1,000 |