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Olympus FE-5010 vs Panasonic FS7

Portability
96
Imaging
34
Features
20
Overall
28
Olympus FE-5010 front
 
Panasonic Lumix DMC-FS7 front
Portability
95
Imaging
33
Features
17
Overall
26

Olympus FE-5010 vs Panasonic FS7 Key Specs

Olympus FE-5010
(Full Review)
  • 12MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
  • 2.7" Fixed Display
  • ISO 64 - 1600
  • Sensor-shift Image Stabilization
  • 640 x 480 video
  • 36-180mm (F3.5-5.6) lens
  • 130g - 96 x 57 x 21mm
  • Introduced January 2009
Panasonic FS7
(Full Review)
  • 10MP - 1/2.5" Sensor
  • 2.7" Fixed Display
  • ISO 80 - 1600 (Increase to 6400)
  • Optical Image Stabilization
  • 640 x 480 video
  • 33-132mm (F2.8-5.9) lens
  • 139g - 97 x 54 x 22mm
  • Released January 2009
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Olympus FE-5010 vs Panasonic FS7 Overview

In this article, we are reviewing the Olympus FE-5010 versus Panasonic FS7, former being a Small Sensor Compact while the other is a Ultracompact by rivals Olympus and Panasonic. The resolution of the FE-5010 (12MP) and the FS7 (10MP) is fairly comparable but the FE-5010 (1/2.3") and FS7 (1/2.5") feature different sensor measurements.

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The FE-5010 was introduced very close to the FS7 which means that they are both of a similar age. Each of these cameras offer different body type with the Olympus FE-5010 being a Compact camera and the Panasonic FS7 being a Ultracompact camera.

Before getting in to a step-by-step comparison, below is a simple synopsis of how the FE-5010 matches up versus the FS7 with regard to portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

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Reasons to pick Olympus FE-5010 over the Panasonic FS7

 FE-5010 FS7 

Reasons to pick Panasonic FS7 over the Olympus FE-5010

 FS7 FE-5010 

Common features in the Olympus FE-5010 and Panasonic FS7

 FE-5010 FS7 
ReleasedJanuary 2009January 2009Same age
Focus manually Lack of manual focusing
Display typeFixed Fixed Fixed display
Display sizing2.7"2.7"Equivalent display measurements
Display resolution230k230kExact same display resolution
Selfie screen Neither provides selfie screen
Touch friendly display Neither provides Touch friendly display

Olympus FE-5010 vs Panasonic FS7 Physical Comparison

For those who are going to carry your camera regularly, you need to consider its weight and measurements. The Olympus FE-5010 provides physical measurements of 96mm x 57mm x 21mm (3.8" x 2.2" x 0.8") along with a weight of 130 grams (0.29 lbs) while the Panasonic FS7 has proportions of 97mm x 54mm x 22mm (3.8" x 2.1" x 0.9") along with a weight of 139 grams (0.31 lbs).

Look at the Olympus FE-5010 versus Panasonic FS7 in our completely new Camera & Lens Size Comparison Tool. Camera Size Comparison with Lenses

Always remember, the weight of an ILC will change based on the lens you select at that moment. Following is the front view measurements comparison of the FE-5010 against the FS7.

Olympus FE-5010 vs Panasonic FS7 size comparison

Considering dimensions and weight, the portability rating of the FE-5010 and FS7 is 96 and 95 respectively.

Olympus FE-5010 vs Panasonic FS7 top view buttons comparison

Olympus FE-5010 vs Panasonic FS7 Sensor Comparison

Normally, it can be tough to picture the difference in sensor sizing only by seeing a spec sheet. The graphic underneath should offer you a stronger sense of the sensor sizing in the FE-5010 and FS7.

Clearly, the 2 cameras enjoy different megapixel count and different sensor sizing. The FE-5010 with its larger sensor is going to make shooting shallower DOF simpler and the Olympus FE-5010 will provide extra detail using its extra 2 Megapixels. Greater resolution will also let you crop pics far more aggressively.

Olympus FE-5010 vs Panasonic FS7 sensor size comparison

Olympus FE-5010 vs Panasonic FS7 Screen and ViewFinder

Olympus FE-5010 vs Panasonic FS7 Screen and Viewfinder comparison
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Photography Type Scores

Portrait Comparison

Olympus FE-5010 Portrait photography info
Panasonic FS7 Portrait photography info
20
focusing manually not possible
manual mode not possible
cannot use external flash
megapixel count low (12 megapixels)
very small sensor size (1/2.3")
lacks RAW support
19
focusing manually not possible
no manual control
no external flash support
low resolution (10MP)
sensor size is tiny (1/2.5")
lacks RAW support
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Street Comparison

Olympus FE-5010 Street photography advice
Panasonic FS7 Street photography advice
66
has image stabilization (Sensor-shift)
weather proof
lighter than others (130 grams)
screen does not articulate
very small sensor size (1/2.3")
lacks RAW support
56
built in image stabilization (Optical)
screen is fixed
sensor size is tiny (1/2.5")
lacks RAW support
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Sports Comparison

Olympus FE-5010 Sports photography factors
Panasonic FS7 Sports photography factors
33
has image stabilization (Sensor-shift)
weather proof
no shutter priority mode
megapixel count low (12MP)
very small sensor size (1/2.3")
lacks phase detect AF
24
built in image stabilization (Optical)
very slow continuous shooting (3.0 fps)
no shutter priority
low resolution (10 megapixels)
sensor size is tiny (1/2.5")
lacks phase detect autofocus
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Travel Comparison

Olympus FE-5010 Travel photography factors
Panasonic FS7 Travel photography factors
60
lighter than others (130 grams)
weather proof
flash built-in
lack of Time Lapse function
megapixel count low (12 megapixels)
does not have selfie friendly screen
wide angle not the best (36mm)
slow max aperture (f3.5)
51
has built in flash
does not have Timelapse mode
low resolution (10 megapixels)
does not contain selfie friendly display
wide angle not fantastic (33mm)
somewhat slow maximum aperture (f2.8)
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Landscape Comparison

Olympus FE-5010 Landscape photography highlights
Panasonic FS7 Landscape photography highlights
31
has image stabilization (Sensor-shift)
weather proof
focusing manually not possible
lens is fixed (fixed lens mount)
wide angle not the best (36mm)
slow max aperture (f3.5)
tiny screen (2.7 inch)
manual mode not possible
megapixel count low (12 megapixels)
very small sensor size (1/2.3")
lacks RAW support
lack of Time Lapse function
27
built in image stabilization (Optical)
focusing manually not possible
can't change lens (fixed lens mount)
wide angle not fantastic (33mm)
somewhat slow maximum aperture (f2.8)
screen is small (2.7")
no manual control
low resolution (10 megapixels)
sensor size is tiny (1/2.5")
lacks RAW support
does not have Timelapse mode
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Vlogging Comparison

Vlogging with Olympus FE-5010
Vlogging with Panasonic FS7
28
has image stabilization (Sensor-shift)
lighter than others (130g)
wide angle not the best (36mm)
slow max aperture (f3.5)
does not have selfie friendly screen
low quality video (640 x 480 pxls)
lack of mic port
25
built in image stabilization (Optical)
wide angle not fantastic (33mm)
somewhat slow maximum aperture (f2.8)
does not contain selfie friendly display
video quality not great (640 x 480 pixels)
does not have external microphone jack
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Olympus FE-5010 vs Panasonic FS7 Specifications

Detailed spec comparison table for Olympus FE-5010 and Panasonic FS7
 Olympus FE-5010Panasonic Lumix DMC-FS7
General Information
Brand Olympus Panasonic
Model type Olympus FE-5010 Panasonic Lumix DMC-FS7
Class Small Sensor Compact Ultracompact
Introduced 2009-01-07 2009-01-16
Body design Compact Ultracompact
Sensor Information
Sensor type CCD CCD
Sensor size 1/2.3" 1/2.5"
Sensor measurements 6.08 x 4.56mm 5.744 x 4.308mm
Sensor area 27.7mm² 24.7mm²
Sensor resolution 12MP 10MP
Anti alias filter
Aspect ratio 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 16:9, 4:3 and 3:2
Max resolution 3968 x 2976 3648 x 2736
Max native ISO 1600 1600
Max enhanced ISO - 6400
Minimum native ISO 64 80
RAW images
Autofocusing
Focus manually
Autofocus touch
Autofocus continuous
Autofocus single
Autofocus tracking
Selective autofocus
Center weighted autofocus
Multi area autofocus
Autofocus live view
Face detect focus
Contract detect focus
Phase detect focus
Total focus points - 9
Lens
Lens mount type fixed lens fixed lens
Lens zoom range 36-180mm (5.0x) 33-132mm (4.0x)
Maximum aperture f/3.5-5.6 f/2.8-5.9
Macro focusing range 3cm 5cm
Focal length multiplier 5.9 6.3
Screen
Display type Fixed Type Fixed Type
Display size 2.7" 2.7"
Resolution of display 230 thousand dot 230 thousand dot
Selfie friendly
Liveview
Touch operation
Viewfinder Information
Viewfinder None None
Features
Min shutter speed 4s 60s
Max shutter speed 1/2000s 1/2000s
Continuous shutter speed - 3.0fps
Shutter priority
Aperture priority
Manually set exposure
Change white balance
Image stabilization
Integrated flash
Flash distance 4.00 m -
Flash settings Auto, Fill-in, Red-Eye reduction, Off, On Auto, Auto Red-eye Reduction, Forced On, Forced Off
Hot shoe
Auto exposure bracketing
WB bracketing
Exposure
Multisegment metering
Average metering
Spot metering
Partial metering
AF area metering
Center weighted metering
Video features
Video resolutions 640 x 480 (30, 15 fps), 320 x 240 (30, 15 fps) 848 x 480 (30 fps), 640 x 480 (30 fps), 320 x 240 (30 fps)
Max video resolution 640x480 640x480
Video data 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
Environmental seal
Water proofing
Dust proofing
Shock proofing
Crush proofing
Freeze proofing
Weight 130 gr (0.29 lbs) 139 gr (0.31 lbs)
Dimensions 96 x 57 x 21mm (3.8" x 2.2" x 0.8") 97 x 54 x 22mm (3.8" x 2.1" x 0.9")
DXO scores
DXO Overall rating not tested not tested
DXO Color Depth rating not tested not tested
DXO Dynamic range rating not tested not tested
DXO Low light rating not tested not tested
Other
Battery ID LI-42B -
Self timer Yes (12 seconds) Yes (2 or 10 sec)
Time lapse feature
Type of storage xD-Picture Card (1GB, 2GB), microSD (MASD-1 is required) SD/MMC/SDHC card, Internal
Storage slots One One
Retail price $130 $160