Olympus FE-3010 vs Panasonic GX850

Here is a complete overview of the Olympus FE-3010 versus Panasonic GX850, former being a Ultracompact while the latter is a Entry-Level Mirrorless by competitors Olympus and Panasonic. There exists a noticeable gap between the image resolutions of the FE-3010 (12MP) and GX850 (16MP) and the FE-3010 (1/2.3") and GX850 (Four Thirds) offer different sensor measurements.

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The FE-3010 was introduced 9 years prior to the GX850 and that is quite a sizable difference as far as technology is concerned. Both of these cameras feature different body design with the Olympus FE-3010 being a Ultracompact camera and the Panasonic GX850 being a Rangefinder-style mirrorless camera.

Before we go straight to a complete comparison, here is a brief overview of how the FE-3010 grades against the GX850 with regards to portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

Below is a preview of the gallery photos for Olympus FE-3010 & Panasonic Lumix DMC-GX850. The whole galleries are viewable at Olympus FE-3010 Gallery & Panasonic GX850 Gallery.

If you're looking to carry your camera frequently, you have to consider its weight and measurements. The Olympus FE-3010 provides exterior dimensions of 93mm x 56mm x 18mm (3.7" x 2.2" x 0.7") and a weight of 108 grams (0.24 lbs) while the Panasonic GX850 has proportions of 107mm x 65mm x 33mm (4.2" x 2.6" x 1.3") having a weight of 269 grams (0.59 lbs).

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Keep in mind, the weight of an ILC will change based on the lens you choose during that time. Here is a front view proportions comparison of the FE-3010 and the GX850.

Taking into account dimensions and weight, the portability score of the FE-3010 and GX850 is 97 and 90 respectively.

Typically, it is difficult to visualize the contrast between sensor sizing purely by reviewing a spec sheet. The photograph here will help give you a clearer sense of the sensor dimensions in the FE-3010 and GX850.

Clearly, both cameras feature different resolutions and different sensor sizing. The FE-3010 having a tinier sensor is going to make achieving shallower DOF trickier and the Panasonic GX850 will deliver more detail using its extra 4 Megapixels. Higher resolution will allow you to crop pictures way more aggressively. The older FE-3010 is going to be behind with regard to sensor tech.