Olympus FE-3010 vs Sony HX400V

Following is a in-depth overview of the Olympus FE-3010 versus Sony HX400V, former is a Ultracompact while the other is a Small Sensor Superzoom by companies Olympus and Sony. There exists a sizable gap among the resolutions of the FE-3010 (12MP) and HX400V (20MP) but they possess the exact same sensor measurements (1/2.3").

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The FE-3010 was unveiled 6 years earlier than the HX400V which is a fairly significant difference as far as camera technology is concerned. Both the cameras come with different body type with the Olympus FE-3010 being a Ultracompact camera and the Sony HX400V being a SLR-like (bridge) camera.

Before we go through a comprehensive comparison, below is a brief highlight of how the FE-3010 grades versus the HX400V with respect to portability, imaging, features and an overall score.

Below is a sample of the gallery pictures for Olympus FE-3010 & Sony Cyber-shot DSC-HX400V. The full galleries are viewable at Olympus FE-3010 Gallery & Sony HX400V Gallery.

If you're looking to carry around your camera often, you have to consider its weight and size. The Olympus FE-3010 enjoys outer measurements of 93mm x 56mm x 18mm (3.7" x 2.2" x 0.7") along with a weight of 108 grams (0.24 lbs) whilst the Sony HX400V has specifications of 130mm x 93mm x 103mm (5.1" x 3.7" x 4.1") accompanied by a weight of 660 grams (1.46 lbs).

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Keep in mind, the weight of an ILC will differ dependant on the lens you are using at that time. The following is the front view scale comparison of the FE-3010 against the HX400V.

Factoring in dimensions and weight, the portability score of the FE-3010 and HX400V is 97 and 62 respectively.

Normally, it can be tough to see the contrast in sensor sizes purely by going through a spec sheet. The image here might offer you a clearer sense of the sensor measurements in the FE-3010 and HX400V.

Clearly, the two cameras posses the exact same sensor measurements but not the same MP. You can anticipate the Sony HX400V to produce extra detail having an extra 8MP. Greater resolution will also allow you to crop photos somewhat more aggressively. The more aged FE-3010 will be disadvantaged in sensor technology.