Olympus FE-5010 vs Pentax E90
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![Olympus FE-5010 front Olympus FE-5010 front](https://pxlmag.com/db/images/cameras/gallery/medium/Olympus-FE-5010/Olympus-FE-5010-front.jpg)
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Olympus FE-5010 vs Pentax E90 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)
- 10MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 2.7" Fixed Display
- ISO 80 - 3200
- 1280 x 720 video
- 32-95mm (F3.1-5.9) lens
- 145g - 102 x 59 x 25mm
- Launched January 2010
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Olympus FE-5010 vs Pentax E90 Overview
Here is a in-depth overview of the Olympus FE-5010 vs Pentax E90, both Small Sensor Compact cameras by rivals Olympus and Pentax. The resolution of the FE-5010 (12MP) and the E90 (10MP) is fairly comparable and both cameras offer the identical sensor measurements (1/2.3").
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The FE-5010 was manufactured 12 months prior to the E90 and they are both of a similar age. Each of these cameras feature the same body design (Compact).
Before getting into a comprehensive comparison, here is a concise overview of how the FE-5010 grades vs the E90 when considering portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.
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Olympus FE-5010 vs Pentax E90 Gallery
Below is a sample of the gallery pictures for Olympus FE-5010 & Pentax Optio E90. The entire galleries are available at Olympus FE-5010 Gallery & Pentax E90 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Olympus FE-5010 over the Pentax E90
FE-5010 | E90 |
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Reasons to pick Pentax E90 over the Olympus FE-5010
E90 | FE-5010 | |||
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Launched | January 2010 | ![]() | January 2009 | Fresher by 12 months |
Common features in the Olympus FE-5010 and Pentax E90
FE-5010 | E90 | |||
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Manual focus | ![]() | Lack of manual focusing | ||
Display type | Fixed | ![]() | Fixed | Fixed display |
Display size | 2.7" | ![]() | 2.7" | Same display measurements |
Display resolution | 230k | ![]() | 230k | Identical display resolution |
Selfie screen | ![]() | Absent selfie screen | ||
Touch friendly display | ![]() | Neither comes with Touch friendly display |
Olympus FE-5010 vs Pentax E90 Physical Comparison
For anyone who is aiming to carry your camera regularly, you need to factor its weight and measurements. The Olympus FE-5010 comes with physical dimensions of 96mm x 57mm x 21mm (3.8" x 2.2" x 0.8") with a weight of 130 grams (0.29 lbs) while the Pentax E90 has proportions of 102mm x 59mm x 25mm (4.0" x 2.3" x 1.0") with a weight of 145 grams (0.32 lbs).
Check out the Olympus FE-5010 vs Pentax E90 in our newest Camera plus Lens Size Comparison Tool.![Camera Size Comparison with Lenses Camera Size Comparison with Lenses](https://pxlmag.com/db/assets/camera-size-comparison-animation.gif)
Keep in mind, the weight of an ILC will change based on the lens you have at that moment. Underneath is a front view proportions comparison of the FE-5010 compared to the E90.
![Olympus FE-5010 vs Pentax E90 size comparison Olympus FE-5010 vs Pentax E90 size comparison](https://pxlmag.com/db/images/camera-compare/Olympus-FE-5010-vs-Pentax-Optio-E90-size-comparison.jpg)
Looking at size and weight, the portability grade of the FE-5010 and E90 is 96 and 94 respectively.
![Olympus FE-5010 vs Pentax E90 top view buttons comparison Olympus FE-5010 vs Pentax E90 top view buttons comparison](https://pxlmag.com/db/images/camera-compare/Olympus-FE-5010-vs-Pentax-Optio-E90-top-view-buttons-comparison.jpg)
Olympus FE-5010 vs Pentax E90 Sensor Comparison
Generally, it's difficult to envision the gap in sensor sizing merely by seeing specs. The visual below will provide you a much better sense of the sensor dimensions in the FE-5010 and E90.
All in all, both of these cameras come with the identical sensor size but not the same megapixels. You can anticipate the Olympus FE-5010 to show extra detail due to its extra 2 Megapixels. Greater resolution will also let you crop photos a good deal more aggressively. The older FE-5010 will be disadvantaged in sensor innovation.
![Olympus FE-5010 vs Pentax E90 sensor size comparison Olympus FE-5010 vs Pentax E90 sensor size comparison](https://pxlmag.com/db/images/sensor-compare/Olympus-FE-5010-vs-Pentax-Optio-E90-sensor-size-comparison.png)
Olympus FE-5010 vs Pentax E90 Screen and ViewFinder
![Olympus FE-5010 vs Pentax E90 Screen and Viewfinder comparison Olympus FE-5010 vs Pentax E90 Screen and Viewfinder comparison](https://pxlmag.com/db/images/camera-compare/Olympus-FE-5010-vs-Pentax-Optio-E90-screen-back-comparison.jpg)
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Olympus FE-5010 vs Pentax E90 Specifications
Olympus FE-5010 | Pentax Optio E90 | |
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General Information | ||
Brand Name | Olympus | Pentax |
Model | Olympus FE-5010 | Pentax Optio E90 |
Type | Small Sensor Compact | Small Sensor Compact |
Announced | 2009-01-07 | 2010-01-25 |
Body design | Compact | Compact |
Sensor Information | ||
Powered by | - | Prime |
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 | 10MP |
Anti aliasing filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 | 4:3 and 16:9 |
Full resolution | 3968 x 2976 | 3648 x 2736 |
Max native ISO | 1600 | 3200 |
Minimum native ISO | 64 | 80 |
RAW format | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Manual focus | ||
Touch focus | ||
AF continuous | ||
AF single | ||
Tracking AF | ||
Selective AF | ||
AF center weighted | ||
Multi area AF | ||
AF live view | ||
Face detect focusing | ||
Contract detect focusing | ||
Phase detect focusing | ||
Number of focus points | - | 3 |
Lens | ||
Lens mounting type | fixed lens | fixed lens |
Lens focal range | 36-180mm (5.0x) | 32-95mm (3.0x) |
Maximal aperture | f/3.5-5.6 | f/3.1-5.9 |
Macro focus distance | 3cm | 6cm |
Crop factor | 5.9 | 5.9 |
Screen | ||
Display type | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
Display sizing | 2.7 inch | 2.7 inch |
Resolution of display | 230 thousand dot | 230 thousand dot |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch function | ||
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder | None | None |
Features | ||
Lowest shutter speed | 4 seconds | 4 seconds |
Highest shutter speed | 1/2000 seconds | 1/2000 seconds |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Expose Manually | ||
Custom WB | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Inbuilt flash | ||
Flash range | 4.00 m | 3.50 m |
Flash modes | Auto, Fill-in, Red-Eye reduction, Off, On | - |
External flash | ||
AE bracketing | ||
WB 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) | 1280 x 720 (15 fps), 848 x 480 (30 fps), 640 x 480 (30 fps), 320 x 240 (30 fps) |
Max video resolution | 640x480 | 1280x720 |
Video format | Motion JPEG | Motion JPEG |
Microphone jack | ||
Headphone jack | ||
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 seal | ||
Water proof | ||
Dust proof | ||
Shock proof | ||
Crush proof | ||
Freeze proof | ||
Weight | 130g (0.29 lb) | 145g (0.32 lb) |
Physical dimensions | 96 x 57 x 21mm (3.8" x 2.2" x 0.8") | 102 x 59 x 25mm (4.0" x 2.3" x 1.0") |
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 | 2 x AA |
Self timer | Yes (12 seconds) | Yes (2 or 10 sec) |
Time lapse recording | ||
Type of storage | xD-Picture Card (1GB, 2GB), microSD (MASD-1 is required) | SD/SDHC, Internal |
Storage slots | Single | Single |
Cost at launch | $130 | $100 |