Olympus FE-3010 vs Samsung HZ15W
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Olympus FE-3010 vs Samsung HZ15W Key Specs
(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
- Launched January 2009
(Full Review)
- 12MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 3" Fixed Screen
- ISO 80 - 3200
- Sensor-shift Image Stabilization
- 1280 x 720 video
- 24-240mm (F3.3-5.8) lens
- 249g - 105 x 61 x 37mm
- Released February 2009
- Additionally referred to as WB550
Photography Glossary Olympus FE-3010 vs Samsung HZ15W Overview
Its time to look a bit more in depth at the Olympus FE-3010 vs Samsung HZ15W, former is a Ultracompact while the latter is a Small Sensor Compact by competitors Olympus and Samsung. The image resolution of the FE-3010 (12MP) and the HZ15W (12MP) is relatively comparable and they feature the same exact sensor dimensions (1/2.3").
Meta to Introduce 'AI-Generated' Labels for Media starting next monthThe FE-3010 was launched very close to the HZ15W which means that they are of a similar age. Both of the cameras offer different body type with the Olympus FE-3010 being a Ultracompact camera and the Samsung HZ15W being a Compact camera.
Before getting in to a more detailed comparison, below is a short introduction of how the FE-3010 matches up versus the HZ15W with regard to portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.
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Below is a preview of the gallery photos for Olympus FE-3010 & Samsung HZ15W. The complete galleries are viewable at Olympus FE-3010 Gallery & Samsung HZ15W Gallery.
Reasons to pick Olympus FE-3010 over the Samsung HZ15W
| FE-3010 | HZ15W |
|---|
Reasons to pick Samsung HZ15W over the Olympus FE-3010
| HZ15W | FE-3010 | |||
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Focus manually |  | More exact focusing | ||
| Screen sizing | 3" |  | 2.7" | Bigger screen (+0.3") |
| Screen resolution | 460k |  | 230k | Crisper screen (+230k dot) |
Common features in the Olympus FE-3010 and Samsung HZ15W
| FE-3010 | HZ15W | |||
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Released | January 2009 |  | February 2009 | Same age |
| Screen type | Fixed |  | Fixed | Fixed screen |
| Selfie screen |  | Neither offers selfie screen | ||
| Touch screen |  | Missing Touch screen |
Olympus FE-3010 vs Samsung HZ15W Physical Comparison
If you are aiming to travel with your camera, you need to factor in its weight and measurements. The Olympus FE-3010 offers exterior measurements of 93mm x 56mm x 18mm (3.7" x 2.2" x 0.7") having a weight of 108 grams (0.24 lbs) whilst the Samsung HZ15W has proportions of 105mm x 61mm x 37mm (4.1" x 2.4" x 1.5") along with a weight of 249 grams (0.55 lbs).
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Always remember, the weight of an ILC will change depending on the lens you are employing at that moment. Following is the front view sizing comparison of the FE-3010 and the HZ15W.
Taking into consideration size and weight, the portability grade of the FE-3010 and HZ15W is 97 and 90 respectively.
Olympus FE-3010 vs Samsung HZ15W Sensor Comparison
In many cases, its tough to envision the contrast in sensor dimensions merely by seeing specifications. The picture below may provide you a more clear sense of the sensor sizing in the FE-3010 and HZ15W.
To sum up, the 2 cameras enjoy the same exact sensor sizing and the same exact resolution therefore you can expect comparable quality of photographs though you should really consider the age of the cameras into account.
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Olympus FE-3010 vs Samsung HZ15W Specifications
| Olympus FE-3010 | Samsung HZ15W | |
|---|---|---|
| General Information | ||
| Brand | Olympus | Samsung |
| Model type | Olympus FE-3010 | Samsung HZ15W |
| Also called | - | WB550 |
| Type | Ultracompact | Small Sensor Compact |
| Launched | 2009-01-07 | 2009-02-23 |
| Body design | 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 surface area | 27.7mm² | 27.7mm² |
| Sensor resolution | 12 megapixel | 12 megapixel |
| Anti alias filter | ||
| Aspect ratio | 16:9, 4:3 and 3:2 | 16:9, 4:3 and 3:2 |
| Highest Possible resolution | 3968 x 2976 | 4000 x 3000 |
| Maximum native ISO | 1600 | 3200 |
| Minimum native ISO | 64 | 80 |
| RAW pictures | ||
| Autofocusing | ||
| Manual focusing | ||
| Autofocus touch | ||
| Continuous autofocus | ||
| Single autofocus | ||
| Autofocus tracking | ||
| Selective autofocus | ||
| Autofocus center weighted | ||
| Autofocus multi area | ||
| Autofocus live view | ||
| Face detect focus | ||
| Contract detect focus | ||
| Phase detect focus | ||
| Lens | ||
| Lens mount type | fixed lens | fixed lens |
| Lens zoom range | 36-108mm (3.0x) | 24-240mm (10.0x) |
| Largest aperture | f/3.1-5.9 | f/3.3-5.8 |
| Macro focusing range | 5cm | 5cm |
| Crop factor | 5.9 | 5.9 |
| Screen | ||
| Range of display | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
| Display diagonal | 2.7" | 3" |
| Resolution of display | 230 thousand dot | 460 thousand dot |
| Selfie friendly | ||
| Liveview | ||
| Touch screen | ||
| Viewfinder Information | ||
| Viewfinder type | None | None |
| Features | ||
| Minimum shutter speed | 4 seconds | 16 seconds |
| Fastest shutter speed | 1/2000 seconds | 1/2000 seconds |
| Shutter priority | ||
| Aperture priority | ||
| Manual exposure | ||
| Set white balance | ||
| Image stabilization | ||
| Built-in flash | ||
| Flash distance | 4.00 m | 4.70 m |
| Flash options | Auto, Fill-in, Red-Eye reduction, Off, On | Auto, Auto & Red-eye reduction, Fill-in flash, Slow sync, Flash off, Red eye fix |
| Hot shoe | ||
| Auto exposure bracketing | ||
| White balance bracketing | ||
| Exposure | ||
| Multisegment metering | ||
| Average metering | ||
| Spot metering | ||
| Partial metering | ||
| AF area metering | ||
| Center weighted metering | ||
| Video features | ||
| Supported video resolutions | 640 x 480 (30, 15 fps), 320 x 240 (30, 15 fps) | 1280 x 720 (30, 15 fps), 640 x 480 (30, 15 fps), 320 x 240 (60, 30, 15 fps) |
| Maximum video resolution | 640x480 | 1280x720 |
| Video format | Motion JPEG | 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 proofing | ||
| Dust proofing | ||
| Shock proofing | ||
| Crush proofing | ||
| Freeze proofing | ||
| Weight | 108g (0.24 lb) | 249g (0.55 lb) |
| Dimensions | 93 x 56 x 18mm (3.7" x 2.2" x 0.7") | 105 x 61 x 37mm (4.1" x 2.4" x 1.5") |
| 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 | ||
| Self timer | Yes (12 seconds) | Yes (10 sec, 2 sec, Double, Motion Timer) |
| Time lapse feature | ||
| Storage media | xD-Picture Card, microSD, internal | SC/SDHC/MMC/MMCplus, internal |
| Storage slots | 1 | 1 |
| Pricing at release | $140 | $330 |