Olympus FE-3010 vs Panasonic GF3

Its time to take a more detailed look at the Olympus FE-3010 and Panasonic GF3, former is a Ultracompact while the latter is a Entry-Level Mirrorless by companies Olympus and Panasonic. The image resolution of the FE-3010 (12MP) and the GF3 (12MP) is pretty close but the FE-3010 (1/2.3") and GF3 (Four Thirds) come with totally different sensor sizing.

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The FE-3010 was manufactured 3 years prior to the GF3 which is a fairly sizable difference as far as camera technology is concerned. Each of the cameras offer different body type with the Olympus FE-3010 being a Ultracompact camera and the Panasonic GF3 being a Rangefinder-style mirrorless camera.

Before diving through a more detailed comparison, below is a short synopsis of how the FE-3010 grades against the GF3 when considering portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.

This is a preview of the gallery images for Olympus FE-3010 & Panasonic Lumix DMC-GF3. The entire galleries are available at Olympus FE-3010 Gallery & Panasonic GF3 Gallery.

When you are looking to travel with your camera, you will want to consider its weight and size. The Olympus FE-3010 features exterior dimensions 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 Panasonic GF3 has specifications of 108mm x 67mm x 32mm (4.3" x 2.6" x 1.3") with a weight of 264 grams (0.58 lbs).

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Keep in mind, the weight of an ILC will differ dependant on the lens you use at that moment. Following is the front view dimension comparison of the FE-3010 and the GF3.

Factoring in dimensions and weight, the portability rating of the FE-3010 and GF3 is 97 and 90 respectively.

Typically, it is hard to envision the contrast in sensor dimensions simply by viewing a spec sheet. The pic below should provide you a far better sense of the sensor dimensions in the FE-3010 and GF3.

Clearly, both the cameras enjoy the same exact megapixel count albeit not the same sensor dimensions. The FE-3010 includes the smaller sensor which will make obtaining shallower DOF tougher. The more aged FE-3010 will be behind with regard to sensor technology.