Olympus FE-3010 vs Panasonic GF5

Following is a extensive review of the Olympus FE-3010 and Panasonic GF5, one is a Ultracompact and the other is a Entry-Level Mirrorless by manufacturers Olympus and Panasonic. The sensor resolution of the FE-3010 (12MP) and the GF5 (12MP) is fairly close but the FE-3010 (1/2.3") and GF5 (Four Thirds) boast different sensor sizes.

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The FE-3010 was launched 4 years prior to the GF5 which is a fairly sizable gap as far as camera technology is concerned. Each of the cameras have different body design with the Olympus FE-3010 being a Ultracompact camera and the Panasonic GF5 being a Rangefinder-style mirrorless camera.

Before going into a comprehensive comparison, here is a quick synopsis of how the FE-3010 matches up versus the GF5 for portability, imaging, features and an overall score.

Below is a sample of the gallery pictures for Olympus FE-3010 and Panasonic Lumix DMC-GF5. The complete galleries are provided at Olympus FE-3010 Gallery and Panasonic GF5 Gallery.

For those who are aiming to carry around your camera often, you need to take into account its weight and volume. The Olympus FE-3010 features external 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 Panasonic GF5 has sizing of 108mm x 67mm x 37mm (4.3" x 2.6" x 1.5") having a weight of 267 grams (0.59 lbs).

Compare the Olympus FE-3010 and Panasonic GF5 in the new Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Do not forget, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will vary based on the lens you select at that moment. The following is a front view physical size comparison of the FE-3010 vs the GF5.

Taking into consideration dimensions and weight, the portability rating of the FE-3010 and GF5 is 97 and 89 respectively.

Sometimes, it is hard to imagine the contrast in sensor sizes purely by viewing a spec sheet. The picture here will give you a greater sense of the sensor measurements in the FE-3010 and GF5.

Clearly, both cameras provide the same megapixels but different sensor sizes. The FE-3010 uses the smaller sensor which is going to make getting shallower depth of field tougher. The more aged FE-3010 will be behind in sensor tech.