Olympus FE-5010 vs Samsung SL820
96 Imaging
34 Features
20 Overall
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94 Imaging
34 Features
21 Overall
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Olympus FE-5010 vs Samsung SL820 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
- Revealed January 2009
(Full Review)
- 12MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 3" Fixed Screen
- ISO 80 - 1600
- 1280 x 720 video
- 28-140mm (F3.4-5.8) lens
- 168g - 95 x 59 x 23mm
- Released February 2009
- Additionally Known as IT100

Olympus FE-5010 vs Samsung SL820 Overview
Below, we will be matching up the Olympus FE-5010 versus Samsung SL820, both Small Sensor Compact cameras by companies Olympus and Samsung. The resolution of the FE-5010 (12MP) and the SL820 (12MP) is relatively comparable and they feature the exact same sensor dimensions (1/2.3").

The FE-5010 was brought out within a month of the SL820 so they are both of a similar generation. Both cameras come with the identical body type (Compact).
Before diving through a thorough comparison, below is a concise overview of how the FE-5010 scores against the SL820 in relation to portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

Olympus FE-5010 vs Samsung SL820 Gallery
This is a preview of the gallery photos for Olympus FE-5010 and Samsung SL820. The entire galleries are available at Olympus FE-5010 Gallery and Samsung SL820 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Olympus FE-5010 over the Samsung SL820
FE-5010 | SL820 |
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Reasons to pick Samsung SL820 over the Olympus FE-5010
SL820 | FE-5010 | |||
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Screen dimension | 3" | ![]() | 2.7" | Bigger screen (+0.3") |
Common features in the Olympus FE-5010 and Samsung SL820
FE-5010 | SL820 | |||
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Released | January 2009 | ![]() | February 2009 | Same generation |
Manually focus | ![]() | Lack of manual focusing | ||
Screen type | Fixed | ![]() | Fixed | Fixed screen |
Screen resolution | 230k | ![]() | 230k | Exact same screen resolution |
Selfie screen | ![]() | Missing selfie screen | ||
Touch screen | ![]() | Neither contains Touch screen |
Olympus FE-5010 vs Samsung SL820 Physical Comparison
For anybody who is planning to carry your camera often, you'll have to think about its weight and size. The Olympus FE-5010 has got outside dimensions of 96mm x 57mm x 21mm (3.8" x 2.2" x 0.8") along with a weight of 130 grams (0.29 lbs) and the Samsung SL820 has specifications of 95mm x 59mm x 23mm (3.7" x 2.3" x 0.9") and a weight of 168 grams (0.37 lbs).
Compare the Olympus FE-5010 versus Samsung SL820 in the latest Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.
Keep in mind, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will differ dependant on the lens you choose during that time. Following is the front view sizing comparison of the FE-5010 vs the SL820.

Taking into consideration dimensions and weight, the portability grade of the FE-5010 and SL820 is 96 and 94 respectively.

Olympus FE-5010 vs Samsung SL820 Sensor Comparison
Normally, it can be hard to see the difference in sensor sizing simply by checking out technical specs. The graphic here may give you a far better sense of the sensor dimensions in the FE-5010 and SL820.
As you have seen, the 2 cameras posses the exact same sensor measurements and the same MP so you should expect comparable quality of photos however you might want to factor the production date of the cameras into account.

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Olympus FE-5010 vs Samsung SL820 Specifications
Olympus FE-5010 | Samsung SL820 | |
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General Information | ||
Brand Name | Olympus | Samsung |
Model type | Olympus FE-5010 | Samsung SL820 |
Also called as | - | IT100 |
Category | Small Sensor Compact | Small Sensor Compact |
Revealed | 2009-01-07 | 2009-02-17 |
Body design | Compact | Compact |
Sensor Information | ||
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 | 4:3 and 16:9 |
Maximum resolution | 3968 x 2976 | 4000 x 3000 |
Maximum native ISO | 1600 | 1600 |
Min native ISO | 64 | 80 |
RAW files | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Manual focusing | ||
AF touch | ||
AF continuous | ||
Single AF | ||
AF tracking | ||
Selective AF | ||
Center weighted AF | ||
Multi area AF | ||
AF live view | ||
Face detect focusing | ||
Contract detect focusing | ||
Phase detect focusing | ||
Lens | ||
Lens support | fixed lens | fixed lens |
Lens zoom range | 36-180mm (5.0x) | 28-140mm (5.0x) |
Maximal aperture | f/3.5-5.6 | f/3.4-5.8 |
Macro focusing range | 3cm | 5cm |
Focal length multiplier | 5.9 | 5.9 |
Screen | ||
Range of display | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
Display sizing | 2.7 inch | 3 inch |
Display resolution | 230k dot | 230k dot |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch display | ||
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder | None | None |
Features | ||
Lowest shutter speed | 4 seconds | 8 seconds |
Highest shutter speed | 1/2000 seconds | 1/1500 seconds |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Expose Manually | ||
Set WB | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Built-in flash | ||
Flash distance | 4.00 m | 4.50 m |
Flash options | Auto, Fill-in, Red-Eye reduction, Off, On | Auto, On, Off, Auto & Red-Eye reduction, Slow Sync, Fill-in Flash, Flash Off, Red-Eye Fix |
External flash | ||
AE bracketing | ||
WB bracketing | ||
Exposure | ||
Multisegment | ||
Average | ||
Spot | ||
Partial | ||
AF area | ||
Center weighted | ||
Video features | ||
Supported video resolutions | 640 x 480 (30, 15 fps), 320 x 240 (30, 15 fps) | 1280 x 720 (30, 15 fps), 640 x 480 (30, 15 fps), 320 x 240 (60, 30, 15 fps) |
Maximum video resolution | 640x480 | 1280x720 |
Video format | Motion JPEG | Motion JPEG |
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 pounds) | 168 gr (0.37 pounds) |
Dimensions | 96 x 57 x 21mm (3.8" x 2.2" x 0.8") | 95 x 59 x 23mm (3.7" x 2.3" x 0.9") |
DXO scores | ||
DXO All around 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 | SLB-10A |
Self timer | Yes (12 seconds) | Yes |
Time lapse shooting | ||
Storage media | xD-Picture Card (1GB, 2GB), microSD (MASD-1 is required) | SD/SDHC/MMC/MMCplus, Internal |
Storage slots | Single | Single |
Retail pricing | $130 | $280 |