Olympus FE-3010 vs Samsung PL210

On this page, we are reviewing the Olympus FE-3010 versus Samsung PL210, both Ultracompact cameras by manufacturers Olympus and Samsung. The image resolution of the FE-3010 (12MP) and the PL210 (14MP) is fairly comparable and both cameras have the same sensor measurements (1/2.3").

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The FE-3010 was brought out 24 months earlier than the PL210 making them a generation apart from each other. Both the cameras have the same body design (Ultracompact).

Before delving straight to a step-by-step comparison, here is a concise overview of how the FE-3010 grades versus the PL210 for portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.

The following is a sample of the gallery pictures for Olympus FE-3010 and Samsung PL210. The entire galleries are available at Olympus FE-3010 Gallery and Samsung PL210 Gallery.

In case you're aiming to lug around your camera, you're going to have to factor its weight and proportions. The Olympus FE-3010 has got physical dimensions of 93mm x 56mm x 18mm (3.7" x 2.2" x 0.7") with a weight of 108 grams (0.24 lbs) and the Samsung PL210 has measurements of 100mm x 59mm x 20mm (3.9" x 2.3" x 0.8") accompanied by a weight of n/a grams (0.00 lbs).

Check out the Olympus FE-3010 versus Samsung PL210 in the latest Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Remember that, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will change based on the lens you select at the time. Below is a front view measurements comparison of the FE-3010 against the PL210.

Taking into account size and weight, the portability grade of the FE-3010 and PL210 is 97 and 99 respectively.

Often, it can be difficult to imagine the gap in sensor measurements merely by going through technical specs. The photograph underneath will help provide you a better sense of the sensor dimensions in the FE-3010 and PL210.

As you can tell, the 2 cameras have the same sensor dimensions but different MP. You should anticipate the Samsung PL210 to show more detail having its extra 2 Megapixels. Greater resolution will let you crop images a bit more aggressively. The older FE-3010 will be behind when it comes to sensor tech.