Olympus FE-3010 vs Sony W330
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Olympus FE-3010 vs Sony W330 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
- Launched January 2009
(Full Review)
- 14MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 3" Fixed Display
- ISO 80 - 3200
- 640 x 480 video
- 26-105mm (F2.7-5.7) lens
- 128g - 96 x 57 x 17mm
- Launched January 2010

Olympus FE-3010 vs Sony W330 Overview
Following is a extended comparison of the Olympus FE-3010 versus Sony W330, both Ultracompact digital cameras by rivals Olympus and Sony. The sensor resolution of the FE-3010 (12MP) and the W330 (14MP) is very well matched and they use the exact same sensor sizing (1/2.3").

The FE-3010 was announced 12 months before the W330 and they are of a similar generation. Both cameras come with the identical body type (Ultracompact).
Before diving in to a full comparison, below is a brief summary of how the FE-3010 scores vs the W330 in regards to portability, imaging, features and an overall score.

Olympus FE-3010 vs Sony W330 Gallery
The following is a sample of the gallery pics for Olympus FE-3010 and Sony Cyber-shot DSC-W330. The whole galleries are viewable at Olympus FE-3010 Gallery and Sony W330 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Olympus FE-3010 over the Sony W330
FE-3010 | W330 |
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Reasons to pick Sony W330 over the Olympus FE-3010
W330 | FE-3010 | |||
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Launched | January 2010 | ![]() | January 2009 | More modern by 12 months |
Display dimension | 3" | ![]() | 2.7" | Larger display (+0.3") |
Common features in the Olympus FE-3010 and Sony W330
FE-3010 | W330 | |||
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Manual focus | ![]() | Lack of manual focus | ||
Display type | Fixed | ![]() | Fixed | Fixed display |
Display resolution | 230k | ![]() | 230k | Exact same display resolution |
Selfie screen | ![]() | Lack of selfie screen | ||
Touch friendly display | ![]() | Lack of Touch friendly display |
Olympus FE-3010 vs Sony W330 Physical Comparison
For anyone who is planning to carry around your camera regularly, you should consider its weight and dimensions. The Olympus FE-3010 has physical dimensions 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 Sony W330 has dimensions of 96mm x 57mm x 17mm (3.8" x 2.2" x 0.7") accompanied by a weight of 128 grams (0.28 lbs).
Take a look at the Olympus FE-3010 versus Sony W330 in the new Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.
Take into consideration, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will change depending on the lens you are using at that time. Below is the front view scale comparison of the FE-3010 against the W330.

Looking at size and weight, the portability score of the FE-3010 and W330 is 97 and 96 respectively.

Olympus FE-3010 vs Sony W330 Sensor Comparison
Often, its difficult to envision the difference between sensor sizes simply by reading through a spec sheet. The image here might give you a clearer sense of the sensor dimensions in the FE-3010 and W330.
Clearly, each of the cameras posses the exact same sensor measurements but not the same megapixels. You should expect to see the Sony W330 to resolve extra detail with its extra 2 Megapixels. Greater resolution will make it easier to crop photos somewhat more aggressively. The more aged FE-3010 is going to be behind with regard to sensor tech.

Olympus FE-3010 vs Sony W330 Screen and ViewFinder


Photography Type Scores
Portrait Comparison

Street Comparison

Sports Comparison

Travel Comparison

Landscape Comparison

Vlogging Comparison

Olympus FE-3010 vs Sony W330 Specifications
Olympus FE-3010 | Sony Cyber-shot DSC-W330 | |
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General Information | ||
Brand Name | Olympus | Sony |
Model | Olympus FE-3010 | Sony Cyber-shot DSC-W330 |
Class | Ultracompact | Ultracompact |
Launched | 2009-01-07 | 2010-01-07 |
Physical type | 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 area | 27.7mm² | 28.1mm² |
Sensor resolution | 12MP | 14MP |
Anti aliasing filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 16:9, 4:3 and 3:2 | 4:3 and 16:9 |
Highest resolution | 3968 x 2976 | 4320 x 3240 |
Highest native ISO | 1600 | 3200 |
Lowest native ISO | 64 | 80 |
RAW pictures | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Manual focus | ||
Autofocus touch | ||
Continuous autofocus | ||
Autofocus single | ||
Tracking autofocus | ||
Selective autofocus | ||
Autofocus center weighted | ||
Autofocus multi area | ||
Autofocus live view | ||
Face detect autofocus | ||
Contract detect autofocus | ||
Phase detect autofocus | ||
Number of focus points | - | 9 |
Lens | ||
Lens mounting type | fixed lens | fixed lens |
Lens focal range | 36-108mm (3.0x) | 26-105mm (4.0x) |
Largest aperture | f/3.1-5.9 | f/2.7-5.7 |
Macro focus distance | 5cm | 4cm |
Focal length multiplier | 5.9 | 5.8 |
Screen | ||
Display type | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
Display sizing | 2.7 inches | 3 inches |
Display resolution | 230 thousand dots | 230 thousand dots |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch screen | ||
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder type | None | None |
Features | ||
Lowest shutter speed | 4 seconds | 2 seconds |
Highest shutter speed | 1/2000 seconds | 1/1600 seconds |
Continuous shooting rate | - | 2.0 frames per sec |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Manually set exposure | ||
Change white balance | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Integrated flash | ||
Flash range | 4.00 m | 3.50 m |
Flash settings | Auto, Fill-in, Red-Eye reduction, Off, On | Auto, On, Off, Slow syncro |
Hot shoe | ||
AEB | ||
WB bracketing | ||
Exposure | ||
Multisegment exposure | ||
Average exposure | ||
Spot exposure | ||
Partial exposure | ||
AF area exposure | ||
Center weighted exposure | ||
Video features | ||
Video resolutions | 640 x 480 (30, 15 fps), 320 x 240 (30, 15 fps) | 640 x 480 (30 fps), 320 x 240 (30 fps) |
Highest video resolution | 640x480 | 640x480 |
Video format | Motion JPEG | Motion JPEG |
Microphone support | ||
Headphone support | ||
Connectivity | ||
Wireless | None | None |
Bluetooth | ||
NFC | ||
HDMI | ||
USB | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) |
GPS | None | None |
Physical | ||
Environmental sealing | ||
Water proof | ||
Dust proof | ||
Shock proof | ||
Crush proof | ||
Freeze proof | ||
Weight | 108 gr (0.24 pounds) | 128 gr (0.28 pounds) |
Dimensions | 93 x 56 x 18mm (3.7" x 2.2" x 0.7") | 96 x 57 x 17mm (3.8" x 2.2" 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) |
Time lapse recording | ||
Type of storage | xD-Picture Card, microSD, internal | SD/SDHC, Memory Stick Duo / Pro Duo / Pro HG-Duo, Internal |
Card slots | One | One |
Retail cost | $140 | $170 |