Olympus FE-3010 vs Samsung ST95

Let's take a more detailed look at the Olympus FE-3010 vs Samsung ST95, both Ultracompact digital cameras by competitors Olympus and Samsung. There is a huge difference between the image resolutions of the FE-3010 (12MP) and ST95 (16MP) but they use the exact same sensor size (1/2.3").

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The FE-3010 was brought out 24 months earlier than the ST95 which makes the cameras a generation away from each other. Each of the cameras come with the identical body type (Ultracompact).

Before getting in to a full comparison, below is a concise synopsis of how the FE-3010 grades against the ST95 when considering portability, imaging, features and an overall score.

Following is a preview of the gallery images for Olympus FE-3010 and Samsung ST95. The entire galleries are provided at Olympus FE-3010 Gallery and Samsung ST95 Gallery.

If you are planning to carry around your camera often, you'll have to factor its weight and measurements. The Olympus FE-3010 has outside measurements of 93mm x 56mm x 18mm (3.7" x 2.2" x 0.7") accompanied by a weight of 108 grams (0.24 lbs) and the Samsung ST95 has proportions of 92mm x 53mm x 17mm (3.6" x 2.1" x 0.7") having a weight of n/a grams (0.00 lbs).

Analyze the Olympus FE-3010 vs Samsung ST95 in the latest Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Take into consideration, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will vary based on the lens you have at the time. Below is the front view overall size comparison of the FE-3010 versus the ST95.

Looking at size and weight, the portability rating of the FE-3010 and ST95 is 97 and 99 respectively.

Often, it's tough to picture the difference between sensor sizes simply by checking technical specs. The pic here should offer you a greater sense of the sensor sizing in the FE-3010 and ST95.

As you can tell, the 2 cameras have got the exact same sensor measurements albeit different megapixels. You should expect the Samsung ST95 to give you extra detail having its extra 4MP. Higher resolution will also allow you to crop shots much more aggressively. The more aged FE-3010 is going to be behind in sensor tech.