Olympus FE-5010 vs Panasonic TS10

In this write-up, we are contrasting the Olympus FE-5010 and Panasonic TS10, former is a Small Sensor Compact while the other is a Waterproof by brands Olympus and Panasonic. The sensor resolution of the FE-5010 (12MP) and the TS10 (14MP) is fairly similar and they enjoy the same exact sensor size (1/2.3").

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The FE-5010 was revealed 12 months prior to the TS10 which means that they are of a similar age. Both of these cameras offer the identical body type (Compact).

Before delving straight into a in depth comparison, below is a simple summary of how the FE-5010 grades versus the TS10 in regards to portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.

Here is a sample of the gallery pictures for Olympus FE-5010 & Panasonic Lumix DMC-TS10. The full galleries are viewable at Olympus FE-5010 Gallery & Panasonic TS10 Gallery.

For anyone who is going to travel with your camera often, you should think about its weight and proportions. The Olympus FE-5010 comes with outside dimensions of 96mm x 57mm x 21mm (3.8" x 2.2" x 0.8") and a weight of 130 grams (0.29 lbs) and the Panasonic TS10 has measurements of 99mm x 63mm x 24mm (3.9" x 2.5" x 0.9") along with a weight of 188 grams (0.41 lbs).

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Keep in mind, the weight of an ILC will vary depending on the lens you are using during that time. Here is the front view over all size comparison of the FE-5010 vs the TS10.

Looking at dimensions and weight, the portability grade of the FE-5010 and TS10 is 96 and 93 respectively.

Quite often, its difficult to visualize the difference between sensor dimensions merely by reviewing technical specs. The pic here will give you a stronger sense of the sensor sizes in the FE-5010 and TS10.

As you have seen, both cameras enjoy the same exact sensor sizing but different resolution. You can anticipate the Panasonic TS10 to offer you extra detail because of its extra 2MP. Greater resolution can also help you crop images far more aggressively. The more aged FE-5010 is going to be behind in sensor tech.