Olympus FE-3010 vs Samsung PL170
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34 Features
20 Overall
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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)
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99 Imaging
39 Features
20 Overall
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Olympus FE-3010 vs Samsung PL170 Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 12MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 2.7" Fixed Screen
- ISO 64 - 1600
- Digital Image Stabilization
- 640 x 480 video
- 36-108mm (F3.1-5.9) lens
- 108g - 93 x 56 x 18mm
- Released January 2009
(Full Review)
- 16MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 3" Fixed Screen
- ISO 0 - 3200
- 1280 x 720 video
- ()mm (F) lens
- n/ag - 95 x 57 x 19mm
- Released January 2011
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Olympus FE-3010 vs Samsung PL170 Overview
The following is a comprehensive comparison of the Olympus FE-3010 versus Samsung PL170, both Ultracompact digital cameras by brands Olympus and Samsung. There exists a crucial gap between the resolutions of the FE-3010 (12MP) and PL170 (16MP) but both cameras provide the identical sensor size (1/2.3").
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The FE-3010 was launched 24 months prior to the PL170 which makes them a generation away from one another. The two cameras feature the same body design (Ultracompact).
Before we go into a comprehensive comparison, here is a brief introduction of how the FE-3010 scores versus the PL170 with respect to portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.
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Olympus FE-3010 vs Samsung PL170 Gallery
The following is a preview of the gallery photos for Olympus FE-3010 and Samsung PL170. The complete galleries are available at Olympus FE-3010 Gallery and Samsung PL170 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Olympus FE-3010 over the Samsung PL170
FE-3010 | PL170 |
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Reasons to pick Samsung PL170 over the Olympus FE-3010
PL170 | FE-3010 | |||
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Released | January 2011 | ![]() | January 2009 | Newer by 24 months |
Screen size | 3" | ![]() | 2.7" | Bigger screen (+0.3") |
Common features in the Olympus FE-3010 and Samsung PL170
FE-3010 | PL170 | |||
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Manually focus | ![]() | Lack of manual focus | ||
Screen type | Fixed | ![]() | Fixed | Fixed screen |
Screen resolution | 230k | ![]() | 230k | Exact same screen resolution |
Selfie screen | ![]() | Missing selfie screen | ||
Touch friendly screen | ![]() | Missing Touch friendly screen |
Olympus FE-3010 vs Samsung PL170 Physical Comparison
If you are looking to travel with your camera regularly, you will have to consider its weight and measurements. The Olympus FE-3010 has external dimensions 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 Samsung PL170 has proportions of 95mm x 57mm x 19mm (3.7" x 2.2" x 0.7") having a weight of n/a grams (0.00 lbs).
Check out the Olympus FE-3010 versus Samsung PL170 in the latest 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)
Always remember, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will vary based on the lens you have chosen at that time. The following is a front view scale comparison of the FE-3010 and the PL170.
![Olympus FE-3010 vs Samsung PL170 size comparison Olympus FE-3010 vs Samsung PL170 size comparison](https://pxlmag.com/db/images/camera-compare/Olympus-FE-3010-vs-Samsung-PL170-size-comparison.jpg)
Looking at dimensions and weight, the portability rating of the FE-3010 and PL170 is 97 and 99 respectively.
![Olympus FE-3010 vs Samsung PL170 top view buttons comparison Olympus FE-3010 vs Samsung PL170 top view buttons comparison](https://pxlmag.com/db/images/camera-compare/Olympus-FE-3010-vs-Samsung-PL170-top-view-buttons-comparison.jpg)
Olympus FE-3010 vs Samsung PL170 Sensor Comparison
Quite often, it can be tough to visualize the difference between sensor dimensions merely by going over a spec sheet. The image underneath may give you a more clear sense of the sensor dimensions in the FE-3010 and PL170.
Clearly, both of those cameras come with the identical sensor size albeit different megapixels. You should count on the Samsung PL170 to offer you greater detail utilizing its extra 4 Megapixels. Higher resolution will allow you to crop photographs a good deal more aggressively. The more aged FE-3010 is going to be disadvantaged in sensor tech.
![Olympus FE-3010 vs Samsung PL170 sensor size comparison Olympus FE-3010 vs Samsung PL170 sensor size comparison](https://pxlmag.com/db/images/sensor-compare/Olympus-FE-3010-vs-Samsung-PL170-sensor-size-comparison.png)
Olympus FE-3010 vs Samsung PL170 Screen and ViewFinder
![Olympus FE-3010 vs Samsung PL170 Screen and Viewfinder comparison Olympus FE-3010 vs Samsung PL170 Screen and Viewfinder comparison](https://pxlmag.com/db/images/camera-compare/Olympus-FE-3010-vs-Samsung-PL170-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 PL170 Specifications
Olympus FE-3010 | Samsung PL170 | |
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General Information | ||
Manufacturer | Olympus | Samsung |
Model type | Olympus FE-3010 | Samsung PL170 |
Category | Ultracompact | Ultracompact |
Released | 2009-01-07 | 2011-01-05 |
Body design | Ultracompact | Ultracompact |
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 | 12MP | 16MP |
Anti alias filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 16:9, 4:3 and 3:2 | - |
Highest Possible resolution | 3968 x 2976 | 4608 x 3456 |
Maximum native ISO | 1600 | 3200 |
Min native ISO | 64 | - |
RAW support | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Focus manually | ||
Touch to focus | ||
AF continuous | ||
AF single | ||
Tracking AF | ||
AF selectice | ||
Center weighted AF | ||
Multi area AF | ||
Live view AF | ||
Face detection focusing | ||
Contract detection focusing | ||
Phase detection focusing | ||
Cross type focus points | - | - |
Lens | ||
Lens support | fixed lens | fixed lens |
Lens zoom range | 36-108mm (3.0x) | () |
Maximum aperture | f/3.1-5.9 | - |
Macro focusing distance | 5cm | - |
Crop factor | 5.9 | 5.9 |
Screen | ||
Screen type | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
Screen diagonal | 2.7" | 3" |
Resolution of screen | 230k dot | 230k dot |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch display | ||
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder type | None | None |
Features | ||
Minimum shutter speed | 4s | 8s |
Fastest shutter speed | 1/2000s | 1/2000s |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Manual exposure | ||
Change WB | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Built-in flash | ||
Flash distance | 4.00 m | - |
Flash settings | Auto, Fill-in, Red-Eye reduction, Off, On | - |
External flash | ||
AEB | ||
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 |
Maximum video resolution | 640x480 | 1280x720 |
Video format | Motion JPEG | - |
Mic jack | ||
Headphone jack | ||
Connectivity | ||
Wireless | None | None |
Bluetooth | ||
NFC | ||
HDMI | ||
USB | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) | none |
GPS | None | None |
Physical | ||
Environment seal | ||
Water proofing | ||
Dust proofing | ||
Shock proofing | ||
Crush proofing | ||
Freeze proofing | ||
Weight | 108g (0.24 lb) | - |
Physical dimensions | 93 x 56 x 18mm (3.7" x 2.2" x 0.7") | 95 x 57 x 19mm (3.7" x 2.2" x 0.7") |
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) | - |
Time lapse feature | ||
Type of storage | xD-Picture Card, microSD, internal | - |
Storage slots | One | One |
Launch pricing | $140 | $175 |