Olympus FE-3010 vs Samsung TL240
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Olympus FE-3010 vs Samsung TL240 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
- Announced January 2009
(Full Review)
- 14MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 3.5" Fixed Display
- ISO 80 - 4800 (Raise to 6400)
- Optical Image Stabilization
- 1280 x 720 video
- 31-217mm (F3.3-5.5) lens
- 160g - 104 x 58 x 20mm
- Released January 2010
- Alternate Name is ST5000

Olympus FE-3010 vs Samsung TL240 Overview
Let's examine more closely at the Olympus FE-3010 versus Samsung TL240, both Ultracompact digital cameras by competitors Olympus and Samsung. The image resolution of the FE-3010 (12MP) and the TL240 (14MP) is fairly similar and they come with the exact same sensor sizes (1/2.3").

The FE-3010 was launched 12 months prior to the TL240 so they are of a similar generation. The two cameras come with the identical body type (Ultracompact).
Before getting through a full comparison, below is a simple introduction of how the FE-3010 grades against the TL240 with respect to portability, imaging, features and an overall score.

Olympus FE-3010 vs Samsung TL240 Gallery
Following is a sample of the gallery pictures for Olympus FE-3010 and Samsung TL240. The complete galleries are provided at Olympus FE-3010 Gallery and Samsung TL240 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Olympus FE-3010 over the Samsung TL240
FE-3010 | TL240 |
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Reasons to pick Samsung TL240 over the Olympus FE-3010
TL240 | FE-3010 | |||
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Released | January 2010 | ![]() | January 2009 | More modern by 12 months |
Display dimension | 3.5" | ![]() | 2.7" | Larger display (+0.8") |
Touch friendly display | ![]() | Easily navigate |
Common features in the Olympus FE-3010 and Samsung TL240
FE-3010 | TL240 | |||
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Manual focus | ![]() | Lack of manual focus | ||
Display type | Fixed | ![]() | Fixed | Fixed display |
Display resolution | 230k | ![]() | 230k | Same display resolution |
Selfie screen | ![]() | Lacking selfie screen |
Olympus FE-3010 vs Samsung TL240 Physical Comparison
If you're looking to carry around your camera frequently, you'll have to think about its weight and size. The Olympus FE-3010 features exterior measurements 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 TL240 has specifications of 104mm x 58mm x 20mm (4.1" x 2.3" x 0.8") and a weight of 160 grams (0.35 lbs).
Examine the Olympus FE-3010 versus Samsung TL240 in the all new Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.
Don't forget, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will vary based on the lens you select at that time. Here is the front view sizing comparison of the FE-3010 versus the TL240.

Factoring in dimensions and weight, the portability rating of the FE-3010 and TL240 is 97 and 95 respectively.

Olympus FE-3010 vs Samsung TL240 Sensor Comparison
Typically, it is hard to imagine the difference between sensor sizes purely by reviewing specs. The pic underneath will help give you a better sense of the sensor measurements in the FE-3010 and TL240.
All in all, both of those cameras have got the exact same sensor measurements but different resolution. You should anticipate the Samsung TL240 to offer extra detail utilizing its extra 2 Megapixels. Greater resolution will also make it easier to crop pics much more aggressively. The more aged FE-3010 is going to be disadvantaged when it comes to sensor innovation.

Olympus FE-3010 vs Samsung TL240 Screen and ViewFinder


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Olympus FE-3010 vs Samsung TL240 Specifications
Olympus FE-3010 | Samsung TL240 | |
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General Information | ||
Make | Olympus | Samsung |
Model | Olympus FE-3010 | Samsung TL240 |
Also referred to as | - | ST5000 |
Type | Ultracompact | Ultracompact |
Announced | 2009-01-07 | 2010-01-06 |
Body design | Ultracompact | Ultracompact |
Sensor Information | ||
Sensor type | CCD | CCD |
Sensor size | 1/2.3" | 1/2.3" |
Sensor measurements | 6.08 x 4.56mm | 6.17 x 4.55mm |
Sensor surface area | 27.7mm² | 28.1mm² |
Sensor resolution | 12 megapixels | 14 megapixels |
Anti aliasing filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 16:9, 4:3 and 3:2 | 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 |
Highest Possible resolution | 3968 x 2976 | 4334 x 3256 |
Maximum native ISO | 1600 | 4800 |
Maximum enhanced ISO | - | 6400 |
Min native ISO | 64 | 80 |
RAW support | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Focus manually | ||
Touch focus | ||
AF continuous | ||
AF single | ||
Tracking AF | ||
AF selectice | ||
Center weighted AF | ||
Multi area AF | ||
Live view AF | ||
Face detect AF | ||
Contract detect AF | ||
Phase detect AF | ||
Lens | ||
Lens mounting type | fixed lens | fixed lens |
Lens focal range | 36-108mm (3.0x) | 31-217mm (7.0x) |
Highest aperture | f/3.1-5.9 | f/3.3-5.5 |
Macro focus range | 5cm | 1cm |
Crop factor | 5.9 | 5.8 |
Screen | ||
Range of display | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
Display sizing | 2.7 inch | 3.5 inch |
Display resolution | 230k dot | 230k dot |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch screen | ||
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder | None | None |
Features | ||
Minimum shutter speed | 4 seconds | 8 seconds |
Fastest shutter speed | 1/2000 seconds | 1/1500 seconds |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Manually set exposure | ||
Set WB | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Integrated flash | ||
Flash range | 4.00 m | 5.00 m |
Flash options | Auto, Fill-in, Red-Eye reduction, Off, On | Auto, On, Off, Red-Eye, Fill-in, Slow Sync |
Hot shoe | ||
AE bracketing | ||
WB bracketing | ||
Exposure | ||
Multisegment | ||
Average | ||
Spot | ||
Partial | ||
AF area | ||
Center weighted | ||
Video features | ||
Video resolutions | 640 x 480 (30, 15 fps), 320 x 240 (30, 15 fps) | 1280 x 720 (30, 15 fps), 640 x 480 (30, 15 fps), 320 x 240 (60, 30, 15 fps) |
Maximum video resolution | 640x480 | 1280x720 |
Video file format | Motion JPEG | Motion JPEG |
Microphone input | ||
Headphone input | ||
Connectivity | ||
Wireless | None | None |
Bluetooth | ||
NFC | ||
HDMI | ||
USB | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) |
GPS | None | None |
Physical | ||
Environment seal | ||
Water proof | ||
Dust proof | ||
Shock proof | ||
Crush proof | ||
Freeze proof | ||
Weight | 108 grams (0.24 lb) | 160 grams (0.35 lb) |
Dimensions | 93 x 56 x 18mm (3.7" x 2.2" x 0.7") | 104 x 58 x 20mm (4.1" x 2.3" x 0.8") |
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 | ||
Battery model | - | SLB-11A |
Self timer | Yes (12 seconds) | Yes (2 or 10 sec, Double, Motion) |
Time lapse recording | ||
Type of storage | xD-Picture Card, microSD, internal | MicroSD/ MicroSDHC, Internal |
Storage slots | Single | Single |
Pricing at release | $140 | $171 |