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Olympus FE-5010 vs Sony G3

Portability
96 Imaging
34 Features
20 Overall
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Olympus FE-5010 front
 
Sony Cyber-shot DSC-G3 front
Portability
94 Imaging
33 Features
30 Overall
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Olympus FE-5010 vs Sony G3 Key Specs

Olympus FE-5010
(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
  • Revealed January 2009
Sony G3
(Full Review)
  • 10MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
  • 3.5" Fixed Display
  • ISO 80 - 3200
  • Optical Image Stabilization
  • 640 x 480 video
  • 35-140mm (F3.5-10.0) lens
  • 185g - 97 x 59 x 22mm
  • Released January 2009
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Olympus FE-5010 vs Sony G3 Overview

In this article, we are evaluating the Olympus FE-5010 and Sony G3, both Small Sensor Compact cameras by brands Olympus and Sony. The resolution of the FE-5010 (12MP) and the G3 (10MP) is fairly close and they use the same exact sensor size (1/2.3").

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The FE-5010 was manufactured within a month of the G3 so they are of a similar age. Both of the cameras offer the identical body type (Compact).

Before we go in to a step-by-step comparison, below is a simple summary of how the FE-5010 grades vs the G3 with respect to portability, imaging, features and an overall score.

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Reasons to pick Olympus FE-5010 over the Sony G3

		

		

			
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Reasons to pick Sony G3 over the Olympus FE-5010

		

		

			
 G3 FE-5010 
Manual focus  More exact focusing
Display sizing3.5"2.7"Larger display (+0.8")
Display resolution921k230kCrisper display (+691k dot)
Touch display  Easily navigate
		

	

	
	

		

		
Common features in the Olympus FE-5010 and Sony G3

		

		

			
 FE-5010 G3 
ReleasedJanuary 2009January 2009Same age
Display typeFixed Fixed Fixed display
Selfie screen  Absent selfie screen
		

	

	

	
	
	
	

	

		

		
Olympus FE-5010 vs Sony G3 Physical Comparison

		

		

			
For those who are going to carry around your camera frequently, you are going to need to take into account its weight and size. The Olympus FE-5010 enjoys exterior measurements of 96mm x 57mm x 21mm (3.8" x 2.2" x 0.8") having a weight of 130 grams (0.29 lbs) while the Sony G3 has specifications of 97mm x 59mm x 22mm (3.8" x 2.3" x 0.9") along with a weight of 185 grams (0.41 lbs).
Compare the Olympus FE-5010 and Sony G3 in our newest Camera & Lens Size Comparison Tool. Camera Size Comparison with Lenses
Don't forget, the weight of an ILC will differ based on the lens you have chosen at that time. Underneath is the front view proportions comparison of the FE-5010 versus the G3.
Olympus FE-5010 vs Sony G3 size comparison
Using dimensions and weight, the portability rating of the FE-5010 and G3 is 96 and 94 respectively.
Olympus FE-5010 vs Sony G3 top view buttons comparison		

	

	
	

		

		
Olympus FE-5010 vs Sony G3 Sensor Comparison

		

		

			
More often than not, it is tough to visualize the difference in sensor sizes purely by researching technical specs. The image here should give you a more clear sense of the sensor sizing in the FE-5010 and G3.
As you have seen, both of these cameras enjoy the same exact sensor sizing but different megapixels. You can anticipate the Olympus FE-5010 to provide you with extra detail due to its extra 2 Megapixels. Greater resolution will help you crop photos far more aggressively.
	
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Olympus FE-5010 vs Sony G3 Screen and ViewFinder

		

		

					

		Olympus FE-5010 vs Sony G3 Screen and Viewfinder comparison	

	
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Photography Type Scores

		

	

	
Portrait Comparison
Olympus FE-5010 Portrait photography highlights
Sony G3 Portrait photography highlights
20
 no manual focus
 lack of manual exposure
 cannot use external flash
 sensor resolution low (12MP)
 very small sensor size (1/2.3")
 lack of RAW format
26
 manual focus
 manual exposure not possible
 no external flash support
 low resolution sensor (10 megapixels)
 sensor size is tiny (1/2.3")
 lack of RAW files
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Street Comparison
Olympus FE-5010 Street photography advice
Sony G3 Street photography advice
66
 image stabilization (Sensor-shift)
 weather sealing
 lighter than average in class (130g)
 fixed screen
 very small sensor size (1/2.3")
 lack of RAW format
56
 has image stabilization (Optical)
 screen does not articulate
 sensor size is tiny (1/2.3")
 lack of RAW files
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Sports Comparison
Olympus FE-5010 Sports photography details
Sony G3 Sports photography details
33
 image stabilization (Sensor-shift)
 weather sealing
 no shutter priority mode
 sensor resolution low (12MP)
 very small sensor size (1/2.3")
 lack of phase detect AF
23
 has image stabilization (Optical)
 max shutter speed is low (1/1,000 seconds)
 continuous shooting slow (2.0 frames/s)
 no shutter priority
 low resolution sensor (10 megapixels)
 sensor size is tiny (1/2.3")
 lack of phase detect auto focus
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Travel Comparison
Olympus FE-5010 Travel photography highlights
Sony G3 Travel photography highlights
60
 lighter than average in class (130 grams)
 weather sealing
 has built in flash
 does not have Timelapse function
 sensor resolution low (12MP)
 does not have selfie friendly screen
 wide angle not the best (36mm)
 somewhat slow maximum aperture (f3.5)
50
 has built in flash
 no Time Lapse recording
 low resolution sensor (10MP)
 screen is not selfie friendly
 wide angle not fantastic (35mm)
 slow max aperture (f3.5)
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Landscape Comparison
Olympus FE-5010 Landscape photography advice
Sony G3 Landscape photography advice
31
 image stabilization (Sensor-shift)
 weather sealing
 no manual focus
 lens is fixed (fixed lens mount)
 wide angle not the best (36mm)
 somewhat slow maximum aperture (f3.5)
 tiny screen (2.7")
 lack of manual exposure
 sensor resolution low (12MP)
 very small sensor size (1/2.3")
 lack of RAW format
 does not have Timelapse function
36
 manual focus
 very good size screen (3.5 inches)
 has image stabilization (Optical)
 lens is fixed (fixed lens mount)
 wide angle not fantastic (35mm)
 slow max aperture (f3.5)
 manual exposure not possible
 low resolution sensor (10 megapixels)
 sensor size is tiny (1/2.3")
 lack of RAW files
 no Time Lapse recording
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Vlogging Comparison
Olympus FE-5010 Vlogging advice
Sony G3 Vlogging advice
28
 image stabilization (Sensor-shift)
 lighter than average in class (130g)
 wide angle not the best (36mm)
 somewhat slow maximum aperture (f3.5)
 does not have selfie friendly screen
 video quality not great (640 x 480 pxls)
 does not have external microphone jack
27
 touchscreen enabled
 has image stabilization (Optical)
 wide angle not fantastic (35mm)
 slow max aperture (f3.5)
 screen is not selfie friendly
 low quality video (640 x 480 pxls)
 no external mic port
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Olympus FE-5010 vs Sony G3 Specifications

		

		

					

		
		

			Detailed spec comparison table for Olympus FE-5010 and Sony G3
 Olympus FE-5010Sony Cyber-shot DSC-G3
General Information
Company Olympus Sony
Model type Olympus FE-5010 Sony Cyber-shot DSC-G3
Type Small Sensor Compact Small Sensor Compact
Revealed 2009-01-07 2009-01-08
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 6.17 x 4.55mm
Sensor area 27.7mm² 28.1mm²
Sensor resolution 12MP 10MP
Anti alias filter    
Aspect ratio 4:3, 3:2 and  16:9 4:3, 3:2 and  16:9
Maximum resolution 3968 x 2976 3648 x 2736
Maximum native ISO 1600 3200
Min native ISO 64 80
RAW data    
Autofocusing
Focus manually    
AF touch    
Continuous AF    
AF single    
AF tracking    
Selective AF    
AF center weighted    
AF multi area    
AF live view    
Face detection focusing    
Contract detection focusing    
Phase detection focusing    
Total focus points - 9
Lens
Lens mount type fixed lens fixed lens
Lens zoom range 36-180mm (5.0x) 35-140mm (4.0x)
Maximum aperture f/3.5-5.6 f/3.5-10.0
Macro focusing distance 3cm -
Focal length multiplier 5.9 5.8
Screen
Screen type Fixed Type Fixed Type
Screen diagonal 2.7 inch 3.5 inch
Resolution of screen 230k dot 921k dot
Selfie friendly    
Liveview    
Touch operation    
Viewfinder Information
Viewfinder None None
Features
Slowest shutter speed 4 secs 1 secs
Maximum shutter speed 1/2000 secs 1/1000 secs
Continuous shooting speed - 2.0fps
Shutter priority    
Aperture priority    
Manually set exposure    
Change WB    
Image stabilization    
Inbuilt flash    
Flash distance 4.00 m 4.30 m (Auto ISO)
Flash modes Auto, Fill-in, Red-Eye reduction, Off, On Auto, On, Off, Red-Eye reduction, Slow Sync
Hot shoe    
AE bracketing    
White balance bracketing    
Exposure
Multisegment exposure    
Average exposure    
Spot exposure    
Partial exposure    
AF area exposure    
Center weighted exposure    
Video features
Video resolutions 640 x 480 (30, 15 fps), 320 x 240 (30, 15 fps) 640 x 480 (30, 15 fps), 320 x 240 (30, 15 fps)
Maximum video resolution 640x480 640x480
Video format Motion JPEG Motion JPEG
Mic 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
Environmental seal    
Water proofing    
Dust proofing    
Shock proofing    
Crush proofing    
Freeze proofing    
Weight 130 gr (0.29 pounds) 185 gr (0.41 pounds)
Dimensions 96 x 57 x 21mm (3.8" x 2.2" x 0.8") 97 x 59 x 22mm (3.8" 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 -
Self timer Yes (12 seconds) Yes (2 or 10 sec)
Time lapse shooting    
Type of storage xD-Picture Card (1GB, 2GB), microSD (MASD-1 is required) Memory Stick Duo/Pro Duo, Internal
Storage slots One One
Launch price $130 $200