Olympus FE-3010 vs Samsung PL120

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.

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.

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).

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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.

Taking into consideration dimensions and weight, the portability grade of the FE-3010 and PL120 is 97 and 99 respectively.

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.