Olympus FE-5010 vs Panasonic TS2
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Olympus FE-5010 vs Panasonic TS2 Key Specs
(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
- Announced January 2009
(Full Review)
- 14MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 2.7" Fixed Screen
- ISO 80 - 6400
- Optical Image Stabilization
- 1280 x 720 video
- 28-128mm (F3.3-5.9) lens
- 188g - 99 x 63 x 24mm
- Introduced January 2010
- Also referred to as Lumix DMC-FT2
- Superseded the Panasonic TS1
- New Model is Panasonic TS3

Olympus FE-5010 vs Panasonic TS2 Overview
Here, we will be comparing the Olympus FE-5010 versus Panasonic TS2, one is a Small Sensor Compact and the latter is a Waterproof by rivals Olympus and Panasonic. The resolution of the FE-5010 (12MP) and the TS2 (14MP) is relatively comparable and both cameras have the identical sensor dimensions (1/2.3").

The FE-5010 was brought out 12 months prior to the TS2 so they are of a similar generation. Both of the cameras feature the same body design (Compact).
Before getting right into a detailed comparison, here is a quick introduction of how the FE-5010 grades versus the TS2 in terms of portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.

Olympus FE-5010 vs Panasonic TS2 Gallery
This is a preview of the gallery photos for Olympus FE-5010 and Panasonic Lumix DMC-TS2. The entire galleries are provided at Olympus FE-5010 Gallery and Panasonic TS2 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Olympus FE-5010 over the Panasonic TS2
FE-5010 | TS2 |
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Reasons to pick Panasonic TS2 over the Olympus FE-5010
TS2 | FE-5010 | |||
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Introduced | January 2010 | ![]() | January 2009 | Newer by 12 months |
Common features in the Olympus FE-5010 and Panasonic TS2
FE-5010 | TS2 | |||
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Manually focus | ![]() | Lack of manual focus | ||
Screen type | Fixed | ![]() | Fixed | Fixed screen |
Screen size | 2.7" | ![]() | 2.7" | Same screen sizing |
Screen resolution | 230k | ![]() | 230k | Equal screen resolution |
Selfie screen | ![]() | Absent selfie screen | ||
Touch friendly screen | ![]() | Absent Touch friendly screen |
Olympus FE-5010 vs Panasonic TS2 Physical Comparison
If you are going to travel with your camera regularly, you are going to need to factor its weight and size. The Olympus FE-5010 comes with 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 TS2 has specifications of 99mm x 63mm x 24mm (3.9" x 2.5" x 0.9") with a weight of 188 grams (0.41 lbs).
Check out the Olympus FE-5010 versus Panasonic TS2 in the new Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.
Keep in mind, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will change dependant on the lens you are employing during that time. Following is a front view sizing comparison of the FE-5010 and the TS2.

Taking into account size and weight, the portability score of the FE-5010 and TS2 is 96 and 93 respectively.

Olympus FE-5010 vs Panasonic TS2 Sensor Comparison
Often, it's hard to see the gap in sensor dimensions purely by checking out a spec sheet. The pic underneath may give you a stronger sense of the sensor sizing in the FE-5010 and TS2.
As you can see, the two cameras come with the identical sensor size albeit not the same MP. You should count on the Panasonic TS2 to provide extra detail having its extra 2 Megapixels. Higher resolution will allow you to crop photographs a good deal more aggressively. The more aged FE-5010 will be disadvantaged when it comes to sensor tech.

Olympus FE-5010 vs Panasonic TS2 Screen and ViewFinder


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Olympus FE-5010 vs Panasonic TS2 Specifications
Olympus FE-5010 | Panasonic Lumix DMC-TS2 | |
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General Information | ||
Brand Name | Olympus | Panasonic |
Model | Olympus FE-5010 | Panasonic Lumix DMC-TS2 |
Also referred to as | - | Lumix DMC-FT2 |
Category | Small Sensor Compact | Waterproof |
Announced | 2009-01-07 | 2010-01-26 |
Physical type | Compact | Compact |
Sensor Information | ||
Processor Chip | - | Venus Engine HD II |
Sensor type | CCD | CCD |
Sensor size | 1/2.3" | 1/2.3" |
Sensor measurements | 6.08 x 4.56mm | 6.08 x 4.56mm |
Sensor area | 27.7mm² | 27.7mm² |
Sensor resolution | 12MP | 14MP |
Anti aliasing filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 | 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 |
Maximum resolution | 3968 x 2976 | 4320 x 3240 |
Maximum native ISO | 1600 | 6400 |
Lowest native ISO | 64 | 80 |
RAW format | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Manual focus | ||
AF touch | ||
AF continuous | ||
Single AF | ||
Tracking AF | ||
Selective AF | ||
Center weighted AF | ||
Multi area AF | ||
AF live view | ||
Face detect AF | ||
Contract detect AF | ||
Phase detect AF | ||
Number of focus points | - | 11 |
Lens | ||
Lens mount | fixed lens | fixed lens |
Lens focal range | 36-180mm (5.0x) | 28-128mm (4.6x) |
Maximal aperture | f/3.5-5.6 | f/3.3-5.9 |
Macro focus distance | 3cm | 5cm |
Crop factor | 5.9 | 5.9 |
Screen | ||
Display type | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
Display diagonal | 2.7 inches | 2.7 inches |
Display resolution | 230k dots | 230k dots |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch friendly | ||
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder type | None | None |
Features | ||
Slowest shutter speed | 4 secs | 60 secs |
Maximum shutter speed | 1/2000 secs | 1/1300 secs |
Continuous shooting rate | - | 2.0 frames/s |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Expose Manually | ||
Set WB | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Inbuilt flash | ||
Flash range | 4.00 m | 5.10 m |
Flash modes | Auto, Fill-in, Red-Eye reduction, Off, On | Auto, On, Off, Red-eye, Slow Syncro |
Hot shoe | ||
AEB | ||
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) | 1280 x 720 (30 fps), 848 x 480 (30 fps), 640 x 480 (30 fps), 320 x 240 (30 fps) |
Maximum video resolution | 640x480 | 1280x720 |
Video data format | Motion JPEG | AVCHD Lite |
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 | ||
Environment sealing | ||
Water proof | ||
Dust proof | ||
Shock proof | ||
Crush proof | ||
Freeze proof | ||
Weight | 130 gr (0.29 lbs) | 188 gr (0.41 lbs) |
Physical dimensions | 96 x 57 x 21mm (3.8" x 2.2" x 0.8") | 99 x 63 x 24mm (3.9" x 2.5" x 0.9") |
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 | 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 |
Card slots | Single | Single |
Retail price | $130 | $350 |