Olympus FE-3010 vs Sony TX7
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Olympus FE-3010 vs Sony TX7 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)
- 10MP - 1/2.4" Sensor
- 3.5" Fixed Screen
- ISO 125 - 3200
- Optical Image Stabilization
- 1920 x 1080 video
- 25-100mm (F3.5-4.6) lens
- 149g - 98 x 60 x 18mm
- Launched January 2010
Olympus FE-3010 vs Sony TX7 Overview
Here, we will be comparing the Olympus FE-3010 vs Sony TX7, both Ultracompact digital cameras by brands Olympus and Sony. The sensor resolution of the FE-3010 (12MP) and the TX7 (10MP) is relatively similar but the FE-3010 (1/2.3") and TX7 (1/2.4") have totally different sensor sizes.
Samsung Releases Faster Versions of EVO MicroSD CardsThe FE-3010 was announced 12 months earlier than the TX7 so they are both of a similar generation. Both cameras feature the same body design (Ultracompact).
Before we go into a in-depth comparison, here is a concise introduction of how the FE-3010 scores vs the TX7 with respect to portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.
Olympus FE-3010 vs Sony TX7 Gallery
Following is a preview of the gallery photos for Olympus FE-3010 and Sony Cyber-shot DSC-TX7. The whole galleries are provided at Olympus FE-3010 Gallery and Sony TX7 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Olympus FE-3010 over the Sony TX7
FE-3010 | TX7 |
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Reasons to pick Sony TX7 over the Olympus FE-3010
TX7 | FE-3010 | |||
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Launched | January 2010 | January 2009 | Fresher by 12 months | |
Screen size | 3.5" | 2.7" | Bigger screen (+0.8") | |
Screen resolution | 921k | 230k | Sharper screen (+691k dot) | |
Touch screen | Quickly navigate |
Common features in the Olympus FE-3010 and Sony TX7
FE-3010 | TX7 | |||
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Focus manually | Lack of manual focusing | |||
Screen type | Fixed | Fixed | Fixed screen | |
Selfie screen | No selfie screen |
Olympus FE-3010 vs Sony TX7 Physical Comparison
For those who are intending to carry your camera, you need to think about its weight and volume. 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) and the Sony TX7 has sizing of 98mm x 60mm x 18mm (3.9" x 2.4" x 0.7") along with a weight of 149 grams (0.33 lbs).
Analyze the Olympus FE-3010 vs Sony TX7 in the latest Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.Always remember, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will change depending on the lens you are utilising at that time. Following is a front view dimensions comparison of the FE-3010 and the TX7.
Factoring in size and weight, the portability score of the FE-3010 and TX7 is 97 and 95 respectively.
Olympus FE-3010 vs Sony TX7 Sensor Comparison
Usually, it can be tough to envision the contrast between sensor sizing only by reading technical specs. The visual below will provide you a clearer sense of the sensor measurements in the FE-3010 and TX7.
As you have seen, each of these cameras feature different megapixel count and different sensor sizing. The FE-3010 using its bigger sensor will make achieving shallow DOF less difficult and the Olympus FE-3010 will deliver extra detail with its extra 2 Megapixels. Higher resolution will enable you to crop shots way more aggressively. The older FE-3010 is going to be behind when it comes to sensor innovation.
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Olympus FE-3010 vs Sony TX7 Specifications
Olympus FE-3010 | Sony Cyber-shot DSC-TX7 | |
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General Information | ||
Make | Olympus | Sony |
Model | Olympus FE-3010 | Sony Cyber-shot DSC-TX7 |
Category | Ultracompact | Ultracompact |
Announced | 2009-01-07 | 2010-01-07 |
Body design | Ultracompact | Ultracompact |
Sensor Information | ||
Powered by | - | Bionz |
Sensor type | CCD | BSI-CMOS |
Sensor size | 1/2.3" | 1/2.4" |
Sensor measurements | 6.08 x 4.56mm | 6.104 x 4.578mm |
Sensor surface area | 27.7mm² | 27.9mm² |
Sensor resolution | 12 megapixels | 10 megapixels |
Anti aliasing filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 16:9, 4:3 and 3:2 | 4:3 and 16:9 |
Maximum resolution | 3968 x 2976 | 3456 x 2592 |
Maximum native ISO | 1600 | 3200 |
Minimum native ISO | 64 | 125 |
RAW data | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Focus manually | ||
Touch to focus | ||
Autofocus continuous | ||
Autofocus single | ||
Tracking autofocus | ||
Autofocus selectice | ||
Autofocus center weighted | ||
Multi area autofocus | ||
Live view autofocus | ||
Face detect autofocus | ||
Contract detect autofocus | ||
Phase detect autofocus | ||
Number of focus points | - | 9 |
Lens | ||
Lens mount | fixed lens | fixed lens |
Lens focal range | 36-108mm (3.0x) | 25-100mm (4.0x) |
Max aperture | f/3.1-5.9 | f/3.5-4.6 |
Macro focus distance | 5cm | 1cm |
Crop factor | 5.9 | 5.9 |
Screen | ||
Display type | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
Display sizing | 2.7 inch | 3.5 inch |
Display resolution | 230 thousand dot | 921 thousand dot |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch friendly | ||
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder type | None | None |
Features | ||
Lowest shutter speed | 4 secs | 2 secs |
Highest shutter speed | 1/2000 secs | 1/1600 secs |
Continuous shooting speed | - | 10.0 frames/s |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Expose Manually | ||
Custom white balance | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Built-in flash | ||
Flash range | 4.00 m | 3.80 m |
Flash modes | Auto, Fill-in, Red-Eye reduction, Off, On | Auto, On, Off, Slow syncro |
External flash | ||
AE bracketing | ||
WB bracketing | ||
Exposure | ||
Multisegment metering | ||
Average metering | ||
Spot metering | ||
Partial metering | ||
AF area metering | ||
Center weighted metering | ||
Video features | ||
Supported video resolutions | 640 x 480 (30, 15 fps), 320 x 240 (30, 15 fps) | 1920 x 1080 (60 fps), 1440 x 1080 (60, 30fps), 1280 x 720 (30 fps), 640 x 480 (30 fps) |
Maximum video resolution | 640x480 | 1920x1080 |
Video data format | Motion JPEG | AVCHD |
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 lbs) | 149 grams (0.33 lbs) |
Physical dimensions | 93 x 56 x 18mm (3.7" x 2.2" x 0.7") | 98 x 60 x 18mm (3.9" x 2.4" x 0.7") |
DXO scores | ||
DXO All around 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 | - | NP-BN1 |
Self timer | Yes (12 seconds) | Yes (2 sec or 10 sec, portrait1/ portrait2) |
Time lapse recording | ||
Storage media | xD-Picture Card, microSD, internal | Memory Stick Duo / Pro Duo/ PRO HG-Duo, optional SD, Internal |
Storage slots | Single | Single |
Retail pricing | $140 | $300 |