Olympus FE-3010 vs Samsung PL120
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![Olympus FE-3010 front Olympus FE-3010 front](https://pxlmag.com/db/images/cameras/gallery/medium/Olympus-FE-3010/Olympus-FE-3010-front.jpg)
![Samsung PL120 front Samsung PL120 front](https://pxlmag.com/db/images/cameras/gallery/medium/Samsung-PL120/Samsung-PL120-front.jpg)
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37 Features
20 Overall
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Olympus FE-3010 vs Samsung PL120 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)
- 14MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 2.7" Fixed Screen
- ISO 0 - 3200
- 1280 x 720 video
- ()mm (F) lens
- n/ag - 94 x 54 x 19mm
- Released January 2011
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Olympus FE-3010 vs Samsung PL120 Overview
In this article, we will be looking at the Olympus FE-3010 vs Samsung PL120, both Ultracompact cameras by manufacturers Olympus and Samsung. The sensor resolution of the FE-3010 (12MP) and the PL120 (14MP) is relatively comparable and they enjoy the same exact sensor size (1/2.3").
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The FE-3010 was launched 24 months before the PL120 which makes the cameras a generation apart from one another. Both of these cameras offer the identical body type (Ultracompact).
Before diving in to a in depth comparison, below is a quick summation of how the FE-3010 matches up vs the PL120 with respect to portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.
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Olympus FE-3010 vs Samsung PL120 Gallery
Below is a preview of the gallery photos for Olympus FE-3010 and Samsung PL120. The complete galleries are available at Olympus FE-3010 Gallery and Samsung PL120 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Olympus FE-3010 over the Samsung PL120
FE-3010 | PL120 |
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Reasons to pick Samsung PL120 over the Olympus FE-3010
PL120 | FE-3010 | |||
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Released | January 2011 | ![]() | January 2009 | More recent by 24 months |
Common features in the Olympus FE-3010 and Samsung PL120
FE-3010 | PL120 | |||
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Manually focus | ![]() | No manual focusing | ||
Screen type | Fixed | ![]() | Fixed | Fixed screen |
Screen sizing | 2.7" | ![]() | 2.7" | Equivalent screen size |
Screen resolution | 230k | ![]() | 230k | Identical screen resolution |
Selfie screen | ![]() | Neither comes with selfie screen | ||
Touch screen | ![]() | Missing Touch screen |
Olympus FE-3010 vs Samsung PL120 Physical Comparison
For those who are going to lug around your camera regularly, you will have to factor its weight and measurements. The Olympus FE-3010 comes with outer dimensions of 93mm x 56mm x 18mm (3.7" x 2.2" x 0.7") having a weight of 108 grams (0.24 lbs) while the Samsung PL120 has proportions of 94mm x 54mm x 19mm (3.7" x 2.1" x 0.7") and a weight of n/a grams (0.00 lbs).
See the Olympus FE-3010 vs Samsung PL120 in the all new Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.![Camera Size Comparison with Lenses Camera Size Comparison with Lenses](https://pxlmag.com/db/assets/camera-size-comparison-animation.gif)
Do not forget, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will change dependant on the lens you are employing during that time. Following is the front view proportions comparison of the FE-3010 vs the PL120.
![Olympus FE-3010 vs Samsung PL120 size comparison Olympus FE-3010 vs Samsung PL120 size comparison](https://pxlmag.com/db/images/camera-compare/Olympus-FE-3010-vs-Samsung-PL120-size-comparison.jpg)
Taking into consideration dimensions and weight, the portability grade of the FE-3010 and PL120 is 97 and 99 respectively.
![Olympus FE-3010 vs Samsung PL120 top view buttons comparison Olympus FE-3010 vs Samsung PL120 top view buttons comparison](https://pxlmag.com/db/images/camera-compare/Olympus-FE-3010-vs-Samsung-PL120-top-view-buttons-comparison.jpg)
Olympus FE-3010 vs Samsung PL120 Sensor Comparison
More often than not, it's tough to visualise the contrast in sensor measurements simply by seeing technical specs. The photograph underneath should give you a better sense of the sensor sizes in the FE-3010 and PL120.
As you have seen, both the cameras enjoy the same exact sensor sizing albeit not the same MP. You should count on the Samsung PL120 to produce more detail utilizing its extra 2MP. Higher resolution will also allow you to crop pictures far more aggressively. The older FE-3010 will be disadvantaged when it comes to sensor tech.
![Olympus FE-3010 vs Samsung PL120 sensor size comparison Olympus FE-3010 vs Samsung PL120 sensor size comparison](https://pxlmag.com/db/images/sensor-compare/Olympus-FE-3010-vs-Samsung-PL120-sensor-size-comparison.png)
Olympus FE-3010 vs Samsung PL120 Screen and ViewFinder
![Olympus FE-3010 vs Samsung PL120 Screen and Viewfinder comparison Olympus FE-3010 vs Samsung PL120 Screen and Viewfinder comparison](https://pxlmag.com/db/images/camera-compare/Olympus-FE-3010-vs-Samsung-PL120-screen-back-comparison.jpg)
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Photography Type Scores
Portrait Comparison
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Street Comparison
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Sports Comparison
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Travel Comparison
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Landscape Comparison
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Vlogging Comparison
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Olympus FE-3010 vs Samsung PL120 Specifications
Olympus FE-3010 | Samsung PL120 | |
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General Information | ||
Brand | Olympus | Samsung |
Model | Olympus FE-3010 | Samsung PL120 |
Class | Ultracompact | Ultracompact |
Launched | 2009-01-07 | 2011-01-05 |
Physical type | Ultracompact | Ultracompact |
Sensor Information | ||
Sensor type | CCD | CCD |
Sensor size | 1/2.3" | 1/2.3" |
Sensor dimensions | 6.08 x 4.56mm | 6.16 x 4.62mm |
Sensor area | 27.7mm² | 28.5mm² |
Sensor resolution | 12 megapixels | 14 megapixels |
Anti aliasing filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 16:9, 4:3 and 3:2 | - |
Peak resolution | 3968 x 2976 | 4608 x 3456 |
Highest native ISO | 1600 | 3200 |
Minimum native ISO | 64 | - |
RAW images | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Manual focus | ||
AF touch | ||
AF continuous | ||
Single AF | ||
AF tracking | ||
Selective AF | ||
Center weighted AF | ||
Multi area AF | ||
AF live view | ||
Face detect AF | ||
Contract detect AF | ||
Phase detect AF | ||
Cross focus points | - | - |
Lens | ||
Lens mounting type | fixed lens | fixed lens |
Lens focal range | 36-108mm (3.0x) | () |
Maximal aperture | f/3.1-5.9 | - |
Macro focus distance | 5cm | - |
Focal length multiplier | 5.9 | 5.8 |
Screen | ||
Display type | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
Display sizing | 2.7 inches | 2.7 inches |
Display resolution | 230k dots | 230k dots |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch display | ||
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder | None | None |
Features | ||
Min shutter speed | 4 secs | 8 secs |
Max shutter speed | 1/2000 secs | 1/2000 secs |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Manually set exposure | ||
Set WB | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Built-in flash | ||
Flash range | 4.00 m | - |
Flash settings | Auto, Fill-in, Red-Eye reduction, Off, On | - |
Hot shoe | ||
AE bracketing | ||
WB bracketing | ||
Exposure | ||
Multisegment exposure | ||
Average exposure | ||
Spot exposure | ||
Partial exposure | ||
AF area exposure | ||
Center weighted exposure | ||
Video features | ||
Video resolutions | 640 x 480 (30, 15 fps), 320 x 240 (30, 15 fps) | 1280 x 720 |
Highest video resolution | 640x480 | 1280x720 |
Video data format | Motion JPEG | - |
Mic support | ||
Headphone support | ||
Connectivity | ||
Wireless | None | None |
Bluetooth | ||
NFC | ||
HDMI | ||
USB | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) | none |
GPS | None | None |
Physical | ||
Environmental sealing | ||
Water proof | ||
Dust proof | ||
Shock proof | ||
Crush proof | ||
Freeze proof | ||
Weight | 108g (0.24 pounds) | - |
Dimensions | 93 x 56 x 18mm (3.7" x 2.2" x 0.7") | 94 x 54 x 19mm (3.7" x 2.1" x 0.7") |
DXO scores | ||
DXO Overall score | not tested | not tested |
DXO Color Depth score | not tested | not tested |
DXO Dynamic range score | not tested | not tested |
DXO Low light score | not tested | not tested |
Other | ||
Self timer | Yes (12 seconds) | - |
Time lapse shooting | ||
Type of storage | xD-Picture Card, microSD, internal | - |
Card slots | Single | - |
Cost at release | $140 | $150 |