Olympus FE-5010 vs Sony S930
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Olympus FE-5010 vs Sony S930 Key Specs
(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
- Released January 2009
(Full Review)
- 10MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 2.4" Fixed Screen
- ISO 100 - 3200
- Optical Image Stabilization
- 320 x 240 video
- 38-108mm (F2.9-5.4) lens
- 167g - 90 x 61 x 26mm
- Launched January 2009

Olympus FE-5010 vs Sony S930 Overview
Lets take a closer look at the Olympus FE-5010 versus Sony S930, both Small Sensor Compact digital cameras by rivals Olympus and Sony. The image resolution of the FE-5010 (12MP) and the S930 (10MP) is relatively similar and both cameras posses the same sensor dimensions (1/2.3").

The FE-5010 was brought out about the same time to the S930 so they are of a similar age. Both of these cameras have the same body design (Compact).
Before diving right into a full comparison, here is a short summary of how the FE-5010 matches up vs the S930 in terms of portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.

Olympus FE-5010 vs Sony S930 Gallery
This is a preview of the gallery photos for Olympus FE-5010 & Sony Cyber-shot DSC-S930. The entire galleries are provided at Olympus FE-5010 Gallery & Sony S930 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Olympus FE-5010 over the Sony S930
FE-5010 | S930 | |||
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Screen dimensions | 2.7" | ![]() | 2.4" | Bigger screen (+0.3") |
Screen resolution | 230k | ![]() | 112k | Sharper screen (+118k dot) |
Reasons to pick Sony S930 over the Olympus FE-5010
S930 | FE-5010 | |||
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Manual focus | ![]() | Very accurate focusing |
Common features in the Olympus FE-5010 and Sony S930
FE-5010 | S930 | |||
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Launched | January 2009 | ![]() | January 2009 | Similar age |
Screen type | Fixed | ![]() | Fixed | Fixed screen |
Selfie screen | ![]() | Missing selfie screen | ||
Touch screen | ![]() | Missing Touch screen |
Olympus FE-5010 vs Sony S930 Physical Comparison
In case you're intending to travel with your camera regularly, you're going to have to take into account its weight and measurements. The Olympus FE-5010 comes with 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) whilst the Sony S930 has proportions of 90mm x 61mm x 26mm (3.5" x 2.4" x 1.0") and a weight of 167 grams (0.37 lbs).
Look at the Olympus FE-5010 versus Sony S930 in our newest Camera & Lens Size Comparison Tool.
Do not forget, the weight of an ILC will differ based on the lens you are utilising at that time. The following is a front view sizing comparison of the FE-5010 compared to the S930.

Taking into account dimensions and weight, the portability rating of the FE-5010 and S930 is 96 and 94 respectively.

Olympus FE-5010 vs Sony S930 Sensor Comparison
Sometimes, it can be difficult to see the difference between sensor dimensions simply by going over specifications. The image underneath will provide you a far better sense of the sensor sizing in the FE-5010 and S930.
Plainly, the two cameras have the same sensor dimensions albeit not the same MP. You can count on the Olympus FE-5010 to deliver more detail having its extra 2 Megapixels. Higher resolution can also allow you to crop pictures a bit more aggressively.

Olympus FE-5010 vs Sony S930 Screen and ViewFinder


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Olympus FE-5010 vs Sony S930 Specifications
Olympus FE-5010 | Sony Cyber-shot DSC-S930 | |
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General Information | ||
Company | Olympus | Sony |
Model type | Olympus FE-5010 | Sony Cyber-shot DSC-S930 |
Category | Small Sensor Compact | Small Sensor Compact |
Released | 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 |
Lowest native ISO | 64 | 100 |
RAW support | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Focus manually | ||
Touch to focus | ||
Continuous autofocus | ||
Autofocus single | ||
Autofocus tracking | ||
Autofocus selectice | ||
Center weighted autofocus | ||
Autofocus multi area | ||
Live view autofocus | ||
Face detection focus | ||
Contract detection focus | ||
Phase detection focus | ||
Total focus points | - | 9 |
Lens | ||
Lens support | fixed lens | fixed lens |
Lens zoom range | 36-180mm (5.0x) | 38-108mm (2.8x) |
Max aperture | f/3.5-5.6 | f/2.9-5.4 |
Macro focusing distance | 3cm | 5cm |
Crop factor | 5.9 | 5.8 |
Screen | ||
Screen type | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
Screen sizing | 2.7 inches | 2.4 inches |
Resolution of screen | 230k dot | 112k dot |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch display | ||
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder type | None | None |
Features | ||
Lowest shutter speed | 4 seconds | 1/8 seconds |
Highest shutter speed | 1/2000 seconds | 1/2000 seconds |
Continuous shooting speed | - | 2.0 frames per second |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Manual exposure | ||
Set white balance | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Integrated flash | ||
Flash distance | 4.00 m | 3.00 m (Auto ISO) |
Flash modes | Auto, Fill-in, Red-Eye reduction, Off, On | Auto, Forced Flash, Slow Syncro, No Flash |
External flash | ||
AEB | ||
White balance 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) | 320 x 240 (30 fps) |
Maximum video resolution | 640x480 | 320x240 |
Video format | Motion JPEG | Motion JPEG |
Mic jack | ||
Headphone jack | ||
Connectivity | ||
Wireless | None | None |
Bluetooth | ||
NFC | ||
HDMI | ||
USB | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) | none |
GPS | None | None |
Physical | ||
Environment seal | ||
Water proofing | ||
Dust proofing | ||
Shock proofing | ||
Crush proofing | ||
Freeze proofing | ||
Weight | 130 grams (0.29 lbs) | 167 grams (0.37 lbs) |
Physical dimensions | 96 x 57 x 21mm (3.8" x 2.2" x 0.8") | 90 x 61 x 26mm (3.5" x 2.4" x 1.0") |
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 | 2 x AA |
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) | Memory Stick Duo / Pro Duo / PRo-HG Duo, Internal |
Storage slots | One | One |
Price at launch | $130 | $219 |