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Olympus FE-3010 vs Panasonic TS25

Portability
97
Imaging
35
Features
20
Overall
29
Olympus FE-3010 front
 
Panasonic Lumix DMC-TS25 front
Portability
95
Imaging
40
Features
28
Overall
35

Olympus FE-3010 vs Panasonic TS25 Key Specs

Olympus FE-3010
(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
  • Announced January 2009
Panasonic TS25
(Full Review)
  • 16MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
  • 2.7" Fixed Display
  • ISO 100 - 6400
  • Optical Image Stabilization
  • 1280 x 720 video
  • 25-100mm (F3.9-5.7) lens
  • 144g - 104 x 58 x 20mm
  • Released January 2013
  • Alternate Name is Lumix DMC-FT25
Photography Glossary

Olympus FE-3010 vs Panasonic TS25 Overview

In this write-up, we are evaluating the Olympus FE-3010 versus Panasonic TS25, former is a Ultracompact while the other is a Waterproof by competitors Olympus and Panasonic. There is a substantial difference between the sensor resolutions of the FE-3010 (12MP) and TS25 (16MP) but they possess the same exact sensor dimensions (1/2.3").

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The FE-3010 was revealed 5 years prior to the TS25 which is quite a big difference as far as tech is concerned. Both cameras offer different body type with the Olympus FE-3010 being a Ultracompact camera and the Panasonic TS25 being a Compact camera.

Before we go in to a complete comparison, below is a short view of how the FE-3010 matches up against the TS25 in the way of portability, imaging, features and an overall score.

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Reasons to pick Olympus FE-3010 over the Panasonic TS25

 FE-3010 TS25 

Reasons to pick Panasonic TS25 over the Olympus FE-3010

 TS25 FE-3010 
ReleasedJanuary 2013January 2009More modern by 48 months

Common features in the Olympus FE-3010 and Panasonic TS25

 FE-3010 TS25 
Manually focus Lack of manual focus
Display typeFixed Fixed Fixed display
Display sizing2.7"2.7"Equivalent display sizing
Display resolution230k230kEqual display resolution
Selfie screen Lacking selfie screen
Touch display Lacking Touch display

Olympus FE-3010 vs Panasonic TS25 Physical Comparison

When you are going to carry around your camera frequently, you need to factor in its weight and dimensions. The Olympus FE-3010 has got external measurements of 93mm x 56mm x 18mm (3.7" x 2.2" x 0.7") and a weight of 108 grams (0.24 lbs) whilst the Panasonic TS25 has dimensions of 104mm x 58mm x 20mm (4.1" x 2.3" x 0.8") with a weight of 144 grams (0.32 lbs).

See the Olympus FE-3010 versus Panasonic TS25 in our newest Camera & Lens Size Comparison Tool. Camera Size Comparison with Lenses

Always remember, the weight of an ILC will change depending on the lens you have attached at that moment. The following is the front view sizing comparison of the FE-3010 against the TS25.

Olympus FE-3010 vs Panasonic TS25 size comparison

Considering size and weight, the portability rating of the FE-3010 and TS25 is 97 and 95 respectively.

Olympus FE-3010 vs Panasonic TS25 top view buttons comparison

Olympus FE-3010 vs Panasonic TS25 Sensor Comparison

Usually, it is hard to picture the difference between sensor sizes only by reading specifications. The picture here will provide you a stronger sense of the sensor sizing in the FE-3010 and TS25.

Plainly, both cameras enjoy the same exact sensor sizing but different resolution. You can anticipate the Panasonic TS25 to deliver extra detail because of its extra 4 Megapixels. Greater resolution can also help you crop photos far more aggressively. The more aged FE-3010 is going to be behind in sensor tech.

Olympus FE-3010 vs Panasonic TS25 sensor size comparison

Olympus FE-3010 vs Panasonic TS25 Screen and ViewFinder

Olympus FE-3010 vs Panasonic TS25 Screen and Viewfinder comparison
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Photography Type Scores

Portrait Comparison

Olympus FE-3010 Portrait photography advice
Panasonic TS25 Portrait photography advice
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provides face detect focus
manual focus not available
manual mode not possible
cannot use external flash
low resolution sensor (12 megapixels)
tiny sensor size (1/2.3")
does not have RAW support
30
resolution is good (16 megapixels)
lack of manual focus
no manual control
external flash not possible
very small sensor (1/2.3")
lacks RAW format
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Street Comparison

Olympus FE-3010 as a Street photography camera
Panasonic TS25 as a Street photography camera
63
image stabilization (Digital)
environment sealing
screen does not articulate
tiny sensor size (1/2.3")
does not have RAW support
67
image stabilization (Optical)
environment proofing
lighter than average in class (144 grams)
no articulating screen
very small sensor (1/2.3")
lacks RAW format
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Sports Comparison

Olympus FE-3010 Sports photography information
Panasonic TS25 Sports photography information
34
image stabilization (Digital)
environment sealing
no shutter priority mode
low resolution sensor (12 megapixels)
tiny sensor size (1/2.3")
does not have phase detect auto focus
42
image stabilization (Optical)
resolution is good (16MP)
includes tracking autofocus
environment proofing
max shutter speed is low (1/1,300s)
low frames per second (1.0 frames/s)
lack of shutter priority mode
very small sensor (1/2.3")
lacks phase detect autofocus
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Travel Comparison

Travel photography with Olympus FE-3010
Travel photography with Panasonic TS25
57
environment sealing
built-in flash
missing Timelapse recording
low resolution sensor (12 megapixels)
screen is not selfie friendly
wide angle not fantastic (36mm)
sluggish max aperture (f3.1)
71
lighter than average in class (144g)
environment proofing
resolution is good (16MP)
flash built-in
decently wide (25mm)
doesn't have Time Lapse function
does not offer selfie friendly display
slow max aperture (f3.9)
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Landscape Comparison

Olympus FE-3010 Landscape photography info
Panasonic TS25 Landscape photography info
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image stabilization (Digital)
environment sealing
manual focus not available
can't swap lenses (fixed lens mount)
wide angle not fantastic (36mm)
sluggish max aperture (f3.1)
tiny screen (2.7")
manual mode not possible
low resolution sensor (12 megapixels)
tiny sensor size (1/2.3")
does not have RAW support
missing Timelapse recording
42
decently wide (25mm)
image stabilization (Optical)
resolution is good (16MP)
environment proofing
lack of manual focus
fixed lens (fixed lens mount)
slow max aperture (f3.9)
screen is somewhat small (2.7 inches)
no manual control
very small sensor (1/2.3")
lacks RAW format
doesn't have Time Lapse function
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Vlogging Comparison

Vlogging with Olympus FE-3010
Vlogging with Panasonic TS25
28
image stabilization (Digital)
provides face detect focus
wide angle not fantastic (36mm)
sluggish max aperture (f3.1)
screen is not selfie friendly
low video resolution (640 x 480 pixels)
missing microphone jack
31
decently wide (25mm)
image stabilization (Optical)
lighter than average in class (144g)
slow max aperture (f3.9)
does not offer selfie friendly display
low res video (1280 x 720 resolution)
doesn't have external mic support
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Olympus FE-3010 vs Panasonic TS25 Specifications

Detailed spec comparison table for Olympus FE-3010 and Panasonic TS25
 Olympus FE-3010Panasonic Lumix DMC-TS25
General Information
Manufacturer Olympus Panasonic
Model type Olympus FE-3010 Panasonic Lumix DMC-TS25
Also called as - Lumix DMC-FT25
Category Ultracompact Waterproof
Announced 2009-01-07 2013-01-07
Physical type Ultracompact Compact
Sensor Information
Sensor type CCD CCD
Sensor size 1/2.3" 1/2.3"
Sensor dimensions 6.08 x 4.56mm 6.08 x 4.56mm
Sensor area 27.7mm² 27.7mm²
Sensor resolution 12 megapixels 16 megapixels
Anti alias filter
Aspect ratio 16:9, 4:3 and 3:2 1:1, 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9
Max resolution 3968 x 2976 4608 x 3456
Max native ISO 1600 6400
Minimum native ISO 64 100
RAW pictures
Autofocusing
Focus manually
Touch to focus
Continuous autofocus
Autofocus single
Autofocus tracking
Selective autofocus
Autofocus center weighted
Autofocus multi area
Autofocus live view
Face detect autofocus
Contract detect autofocus
Phase detect autofocus
Total focus points - 23
Lens
Lens mount type fixed lens fixed lens
Lens zoom range 36-108mm (3.0x) 25-100mm (4.0x)
Maximum aperture f/3.1-5.9 f/3.9-5.7
Macro focusing distance 5cm 5cm
Focal length multiplier 5.9 5.9
Screen
Display type Fixed Type Fixed Type
Display size 2.7 inches 2.7 inches
Resolution of display 230 thousand dots 230 thousand dots
Selfie friendly
Liveview
Touch capability
Display technology - TFT LCD
Viewfinder Information
Viewfinder type None None
Features
Minimum shutter speed 4 secs 8 secs
Fastest shutter speed 1/2000 secs 1/1300 secs
Continuous shutter rate - 1.0fps
Shutter priority
Aperture priority
Manual mode
Set white balance
Image stabilization
Built-in flash
Flash distance 4.00 m 4.40 m
Flash settings Auto, Fill-in, Red-Eye reduction, Off, On Auto, On, Off, Red-eye, Slow Syncro
External flash
Auto exposure bracketing
WB bracketing
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), 640 x 480 (30 fps)
Max video resolution 640x480 1280x720
Video data format Motion JPEG MPEG-4
Mic support
Headphone support
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 sealing
Water proofing
Dust proofing
Shock proofing
Crush proofing
Freeze proofing
Weight 108 grams (0.24 pounds) 144 grams (0.32 pounds)
Dimensions 93 x 56 x 18mm (3.7" x 2.2" x 0.7") 104 x 58 x 20mm (4.1" x 2.3" x 0.8")
DXO scores
DXO Overall rating not tested not tested
DXO Color Depth rating not tested not tested
DXO Dynamic range rating not tested not tested
DXO Low light rating not tested not tested
Other
Battery life - 250 shots
Style of battery - 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, Internal
Card slots Single Single
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