Olympus FE-5010 vs Panasonic FX78
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35 Features
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96 Imaging
35 Features
20 Overall
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Portability
95 Imaging
35 Features
31 Overall
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95 Imaging
35 Features
31 Overall
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Olympus FE-5010 vs Panasonic FX78 Key Specs
Olympus FE-5010
(Full Review)
(Full Review)
- 12MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 2.7" Fixed Screen
- ISO 64 - 1600
- Sensor-shift Image Stabilization
- 640 x 480 video
- 36-180mm (F3.5-5.6) lens
- 130g - 96 x 57 x 21mm
- Released January 2009
Panasonic FX78
(Full Review)
(Full Review)
- 12MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 3.5" Fixed Screen
- ISO 100 - 6400
- Optical Image Stabilization
- 1920 x 1080 video
- 24-120mm (F2.5-5.9) lens
- 142g - 100 x 55 x 21mm
- Released January 2011
- Additionally referred to as Lumix DMC-FX77
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In this write-up, we will be evaluating the Olympus FE-5010 and Panasonic FX78, both Small Sensor Compact digital cameras by rivals Olympus and Panasonic. The sensor resolution of the FE-5010 (12MP) and the FX78 (12MP) is pretty similar and they come with the same exact sensor sizing (1/2.3").
Photography GlossaryThe FE-5010 was unveiled 24 months before the FX78 which makes the cameras a generation away from one another. Both cameras offer the identical body type (Compact).
Before delving in to a thorough comparison, below is a simple summary of how the FE-5010 matches up vs the FX78 with regards to portability, imaging, features and an overall score.
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Reasons to pick Olympus FE-5010 over the Panasonic FX78
| FE-5010 | FX78 |
|---|
Reasons to pick Panasonic FX78 over the Olympus FE-5010
| FX78 | FE-5010 | |||
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Released | January 2011 |  | January 2009 | More modern by 24 months |
| Screen sizing | 3.5" |  | 2.7" | Bigger screen (+0.8") |
| Touch friendly screen |  | Quickly navigate |
Common features in the Olympus FE-5010 and Panasonic FX78
| FE-5010 | FX78 | |||
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Focus manually |  | Lack of manual focus | ||
| Screen type | Fixed |  | Fixed | Fixed screen |
| Screen resolution | 230k |  | 230k | Identical screen resolution |
| Selfie screen |  | Neither includes selfie screen |
Olympus FE-5010 vs Panasonic FX78 Physical Comparison
For those who are aiming to carry around your camera regularly, you have to consider its weight and proportions. The Olympus FE-5010 features outer measurements of 96mm x 57mm x 21mm (3.8" x 2.2" x 0.8") having a weight of 130 grams (0.29 lbs) and the Panasonic FX78 has measurements of 100mm x 55mm x 21mm (3.9" x 2.2" x 0.8") and a weight of 142 grams (0.31 lbs).
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Remember, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will change dependant on the lens you have during that time. The following is the front view physical size comparison of the FE-5010 against the FX78.
Looking at dimensions and weight, the portability score of the FE-5010 and FX78 is 96 and 95 respectively.
Olympus FE-5010 vs Panasonic FX78 Sensor Comparison
Typically, its hard to see the gap between sensor sizes purely by going over a spec sheet. The picture here will help offer you a clearer sense of the sensor sizing in the FE-5010 and FX78.
Clearly, both cameras enjoy the same exact sensor sizing and the same MP and you should expect similar quality of images although you need to consider the release date of the products into consideration. The more aged FE-5010 is going to be disadvantaged with regard to sensor tech.
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Portrait Comparison
Olympus FE-5010 Portrait photography details
Panasonic FX78 Portrait photography details
lack of manual focus
manual mode not available
can't use external flash
low MP (12MP)
very small sensor size (1/2.3")
does not have RAW files
focusing manually not possible
no manual control
no external flash support
MP count low (12 megapixels)
very small sensor size (1/2.3")
lacks RAW files
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built in image stabilization (Sensor-shift)
weather proof
lighter than competition in class (130g)
screen does not articulate
very small sensor size (1/2.3")
does not have RAW files
has image stabilization (Optical)
screen does not articulate
very small sensor size (1/2.3")
lacks RAW files
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Olympus FE-5010 Sports photography information
Panasonic FX78 Sports photography information
built in image stabilization (Sensor-shift)
weather proof
no shutter priority mode
low MP (12MP)
very small sensor size (1/2.3")
does not have phase detect autofocus
has image stabilization (Optical)
provides tracking autofocus
low max shutter speed (1/1,400s)
low fps (4.0 frames per second)
no shutter priority mode
MP count low (12MP)
very small sensor size (1/2.3")
low battery life (200 shots)
lacks phase detect AF
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Olympus FE-5010 as a Travel photography camera
Panasonic FX78 as a Travel photography camera
lighter than competition in class (130g)
weather proof
has built in flash
missing Time Lapse mode
low MP (12MP)
screen is not selfie friendly
wide angle not fantastic (36mm)
somewhat slow max aperture (f3.5)
flash built-in
pretty wide (24mm)
missing Time Lapse mode
low battery life (200 CIPA)
MP count low (12MP)
does not feature selfie friendly screen
sluggish maximum aperture (f2.5)
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Olympus FE-5010 Landscape photography info
Panasonic FX78 Landscape photography info
built in image stabilization (Sensor-shift)
weather proof
lack of manual focus
lens is fixed (fixed lens mount)
wide angle not fantastic (36mm)
somewhat slow max aperture (f3.5)
tiny screen (2.7 inch)
manual mode not available
low MP (12MP)
very small sensor size (1/2.3")
does not have RAW files
missing Time Lapse mode
pretty wide (24mm)
big screen (3.5 inches)
has image stabilization (Optical)
focusing manually not possible
fixed lens (fixed lens mount)
sluggish maximum aperture (f2.5)
no manual control
MP count low (12MP)
very small sensor size (1/2.3")
lacks RAW files
low battery life (200 per charge)
missing Time Lapse mode
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Olympus FE-5010 Vlogging information
Panasonic FX78 Vlogging information
built in image stabilization (Sensor-shift)
lighter than competition in class (130g)
wide angle not fantastic (36mm)
somewhat slow max aperture (f3.5)
screen is not selfie friendly
video res low (640 x 480 resolution)
missing mic port
pretty wide (24mm)
touchscreen capability
has image stabilization (Optical)
high quality video (1920 x 1080 pixels)
sluggish maximum aperture (f2.5)
does not feature selfie friendly screen
missing external mic jack
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Olympus FE-5010 vs Panasonic FX78 Specifications
| Olympus FE-5010 | Panasonic Lumix DMC-FX78 | |
|---|---|---|
| General Information | ||
| Brand Name | Olympus | Panasonic |
| Model type | Olympus FE-5010 | Panasonic Lumix DMC-FX78 |
| Alternate name | - | Lumix DMC-FX77 |
| Class | Small Sensor Compact | Small Sensor Compact |
| Released | 2009-01-07 | 2011-01-25 |
| Body design | Compact | Compact |
| Sensor Information | ||
| Powered by | - | Venus Engine FHD |
| Sensor type | CCD | CCD |
| Sensor size | 1/2.3" | 1/2.3" |
| Sensor dimensions | 6.08 x 4.56mm | 6.08 x 4.56mm |
| Sensor area | 27.7mm² | 27.7mm² |
| Sensor resolution | 12 megapixels | 12 megapixels |
| Anti alias filter | ||
| Aspect ratio | 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 | 1:1, 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 |
| Max resolution | 3968 x 2976 | 4000 x 3000 |
| Max native ISO | 1600 | 6400 |
| Lowest native ISO | 64 | 100 |
| RAW support | ||
| Autofocusing | ||
| Focus manually | ||
| Autofocus touch | ||
| Continuous autofocus | ||
| Autofocus single | ||
| Tracking autofocus | ||
| Selective autofocus | ||
| Center weighted autofocus | ||
| Autofocus multi area | ||
| Autofocus live view | ||
| Face detection autofocus | ||
| Contract detection autofocus | ||
| Phase detection autofocus | ||
| Total focus points | - | 11 |
| Lens | ||
| Lens mount type | fixed lens | fixed lens |
| Lens zoom range | 36-180mm (5.0x) | 24-120mm (5.0x) |
| Maximum aperture | f/3.5-5.6 | f/2.5-5.9 |
| Macro focusing range | 3cm | 5cm |
| Focal length multiplier | 5.9 | 5.9 |
| Screen | ||
| Screen type | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
| Screen size | 2.7 inches | 3.5 inches |
| Resolution of screen | 230 thousand dot | 230 thousand dot |
| Selfie friendly | ||
| Liveview | ||
| Touch screen | ||
| Screen technology | - | TFT LCD |
| Viewfinder Information | ||
| Viewfinder type | None | None |
| Features | ||
| Minimum shutter speed | 4 seconds | 60 seconds |
| Fastest shutter speed | 1/2000 seconds | 1/1400 seconds |
| Continuous shutter speed | - | 4.0 frames/s |
| Shutter priority | ||
| Aperture priority | ||
| Manually set exposure | ||
| Custom white balance | ||
| Image stabilization | ||
| Built-in flash | ||
| Flash distance | 4.00 m | 5.60 m |
| Flash modes | Auto, Fill-in, Red-Eye reduction, Off, On | Auto, On, Off, Red-eye, Slow Syncro |
| Hot shoe | ||
| AEB | ||
| White balance 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) | 1920 x 1080 (60 fps), 1280 x 720 (60, 30 fps), 640 x 480 (30 fps), 320 x 240 (30 fps) |
| Max video resolution | 640x480 | 1920x1080 |
| Video file format | Motion JPEG | MPEG-4, AVCHD |
| Mic 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 lb) | 142 gr (0.31 lb) |
| Dimensions | 96 x 57 x 21mm (3.8" x 2.2" x 0.8") | 100 x 55 x 21mm (3.9" x 2.2" x 0.8") |
| 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 life | - | 200 pictures |
| Style of battery | - | Battery Pack |
| 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/SDHC/SDXC, Internal |
| Storage slots | 1 | 1 |
| Launch cost | $130 | $210 |
