Olympus FE-5010 vs Sony W330
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Olympus FE-5010 vs Sony W330 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
- Released January 2009
(Full Review)
- 14MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 3" Fixed Screen
- ISO 80 - 3200
- 640 x 480 video
- 26-105mm (F2.7-5.7) lens
- 128g - 96 x 57 x 17mm
- Launched January 2010

Olympus FE-5010 vs Sony W330 Overview
Here, we will be analyzing the Olympus FE-5010 versus Sony W330, one being a Small Sensor Compact and the latter is a Ultracompact by rivals Olympus and Sony. The sensor resolution of the FE-5010 (12MP) and the W330 (14MP) is relatively comparable and both cameras boast the identical sensor sizing (1/2.3").

The FE-5010 was unveiled 12 months earlier than the W330 so they are both of a similar generation. Both cameras feature different body design with the Olympus FE-5010 being a Compact camera and the Sony W330 being a Ultracompact camera.
Before we go right into a comprehensive comparison, here is a concise highlight of how the FE-5010 grades versus the W330 in regards to portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.

Olympus FE-5010 vs Sony W330 Gallery
Below is a preview of the gallery photos for Olympus FE-5010 and Sony Cyber-shot DSC-W330. The full galleries are viewable at Olympus FE-5010 Gallery and Sony W330 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Olympus FE-5010 over the Sony W330
FE-5010 | W330 |
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Reasons to pick Sony W330 over the Olympus FE-5010
W330 | FE-5010 | |||
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Launched | January 2010 | ![]() | January 2009 | More recent by 12 months |
Screen size | 3" | ![]() | 2.7" | Bigger screen (+0.3") |
Common features in the Olympus FE-5010 and Sony W330
FE-5010 | W330 | |||
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Manually focus | ![]() | Lack of manual focusing | ||
Screen type | Fixed | ![]() | Fixed | Fixed screen |
Screen resolution | 230k | ![]() | 230k | Exact same screen resolution |
Selfie screen | ![]() | Neither contains selfie screen | ||
Touch screen | ![]() | Neither contains Touch screen |
Olympus FE-5010 vs Sony W330 Physical Comparison
When you are planning to lug around your camera regularly, you'll need to think about its weight and size. The Olympus FE-5010 has got physical measurements of 96mm x 57mm x 21mm (3.8" x 2.2" x 0.8") and a weight of 130 grams (0.29 lbs) and the Sony W330 has specifications of 96mm x 57mm x 17mm (3.8" x 2.2" x 0.7") having a weight of 128 grams (0.28 lbs).
Look at the Olympus FE-5010 versus Sony W330 in the latest Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.
Take into account, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will change dependant on the lens you are utilizing during that time. Below is a front view overall size comparison of the FE-5010 and the W330.

Using size and weight, the portability score of the FE-5010 and W330 is 96 and 96 respectively.

Olympus FE-5010 vs Sony W330 Sensor Comparison
Often, it can be difficult to visualize the contrast in sensor measurements just by checking out technical specs. The photograph underneath will provide you a greater sense of the sensor measurements in the FE-5010 and W330.
As you can tell, both of those cameras come with the identical sensor size albeit different MP. You should count on the Sony W330 to produce more detail having an extra 2 Megapixels. Higher resolution can also make it easier to crop shots a good deal more aggressively. The older FE-5010 will be behind when it comes to sensor tech.

Olympus FE-5010 vs Sony W330 Screen and ViewFinder


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Olympus FE-5010 vs Sony W330 Specifications
Olympus FE-5010 | Sony Cyber-shot DSC-W330 | |
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General Information | ||
Make | Olympus | Sony |
Model | Olympus FE-5010 | Sony Cyber-shot DSC-W330 |
Type | Small Sensor Compact | Ultracompact |
Released | 2009-01-07 | 2010-01-07 |
Body design | Compact | Ultracompact |
Sensor Information | ||
Sensor type | CCD | CCD |
Sensor size | 1/2.3" | 1/2.3" |
Sensor measurements | 6.08 x 4.56mm | 6.17 x 4.55mm |
Sensor surface area | 27.7mm² | 28.1mm² |
Sensor resolution | 12 megapixels | 14 megapixels |
Anti aliasing filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 | 4:3 and 16:9 |
Peak resolution | 3968 x 2976 | 4320 x 3240 |
Highest native ISO | 1600 | 3200 |
Min native ISO | 64 | 80 |
RAW images | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Focus manually | ||
AF touch | ||
Continuous AF | ||
AF single | ||
AF tracking | ||
AF selectice | ||
Center weighted AF | ||
AF multi area | ||
Live view AF | ||
Face detect AF | ||
Contract detect AF | ||
Phase detect AF | ||
Number of focus points | - | 9 |
Lens | ||
Lens mounting type | fixed lens | fixed lens |
Lens focal range | 36-180mm (5.0x) | 26-105mm (4.0x) |
Max aperture | f/3.5-5.6 | f/2.7-5.7 |
Macro focus range | 3cm | 4cm |
Focal length multiplier | 5.9 | 5.8 |
Screen | ||
Display type | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
Display diagonal | 2.7 inches | 3 inches |
Display resolution | 230 thousand dot | 230 thousand dot |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch operation | ||
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder | None | None |
Features | ||
Min shutter speed | 4 secs | 2 secs |
Max shutter speed | 1/2000 secs | 1/1600 secs |
Continuous shutter speed | - | 2.0fps |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Expose Manually | ||
Custom WB | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Built-in flash | ||
Flash range | 4.00 m | 3.50 m |
Flash settings | Auto, Fill-in, Red-Eye reduction, Off, On | Auto, On, Off, Slow syncro |
External flash | ||
AEB | ||
White balance 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) | 640 x 480 (30 fps), 320 x 240 (30 fps) |
Highest video resolution | 640x480 | 640x480 |
Video data 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 | ||
Environmental seal | ||
Water proof | ||
Dust proof | ||
Shock proof | ||
Crush proof | ||
Freeze proof | ||
Weight | 130g (0.29 pounds) | 128g (0.28 pounds) |
Physical dimensions | 96 x 57 x 21mm (3.8" x 2.2" x 0.8") | 96 x 57 x 17mm (3.8" x 2.2" x 0.7") |
DXO scores | ||
DXO Overall 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 | NP-BN1 |
Self timer | Yes (12 seconds) | Yes (2 sec or 10 sec) |
Time lapse recording | ||
Type of storage | xD-Picture Card (1GB, 2GB), microSD (MASD-1 is required) | SD/SDHC, Memory Stick Duo / Pro Duo / Pro HG-Duo, Internal |
Storage slots | One | One |
Retail cost | $130 | $170 |