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Olympus FE-5020 vs Samsung Galaxy Camera 3G

Portability
95
Imaging
34
Features
20
Overall
28
Olympus FE-5020 front
 
Samsung Galaxy Camera 3G front
Portability
90
Imaging
39
Features
44
Overall
41

Olympus FE-5020 vs Samsung Galaxy Camera 3G Key Specs

Olympus FE-5020
(Full Review)
  • 12MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
  • 2.7" Fixed Display
  • ISO 64 - 1600
  • 640 x 480 video
  • 24-120mm (F3.3-5.8) lens
  • 137g - 93 x 56 x 25mm
  • Launched July 2009
  • Additionally Known as X-935
Samsung Galaxy Camera 3G
(Full Review)
  • 16MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
  • 4.8" Fixed Display
  • ISO 100 - 3200
  • Optical Image Stabilization
  • 1920 x 1080 video
  • 23-481mm (F) lens
  • 305g - 129 x 71 x 19mm
  • Introduced August 2012
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Olympus FE-5020 vs Samsung Galaxy Camera 3G Overview

The following is a detailed review of the Olympus FE-5020 and Samsung Galaxy Camera 3G, former is a Small Sensor Compact while the other is a Small Sensor Superzoom by companies Olympus and Samsung. There exists a noticeable gap among the image resolutions of the FE-5020 (12MP) and Galaxy Camera 3G (16MP) but both cameras boast the same sensor dimensions (1/2.3").

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The FE-5020 was revealed 4 years prior to the Galaxy Camera 3G which is a fairly sizable difference as far as camera technology is concerned. Both the cameras have the same body design (Compact).

Before delving into a full comparison, here is a short synopsis of how the FE-5020 grades versus the Galaxy Camera 3G in the way of portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.

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Reasons to pick Olympus FE-5020 over the Samsung Galaxy Camera 3G

 FE-5020 Galaxy Camera 3G 
Display resolution230k0kCrisper display (+230k dot)

Reasons to pick Samsung Galaxy Camera 3G over the Olympus FE-5020

 Galaxy Camera 3G FE-5020 
IntroducedAugust 2012July 2009Newer by 37 months
Display dimensions4.8"2.7"Larger display (+2.1")
Touch display Easily navigate

Common features in the Olympus FE-5020 and Samsung Galaxy Camera 3G

 FE-5020 Galaxy Camera 3G 
Manual focus No manual focus
Display typeFixed Fixed Fixed display
Selfie screen Neither has selfie screen

Olympus FE-5020 vs Samsung Galaxy Camera 3G Physical Comparison

In case you're aiming to travel with your camera frequently, you will want to factor its weight and size. The Olympus FE-5020 has outer measurements of 93mm x 56mm x 25mm (3.7" x 2.2" x 1.0") with a weight of 137 grams (0.30 lbs) while the Samsung Galaxy Camera 3G has specifications of 129mm x 71mm x 19mm (5.1" x 2.8" x 0.7") having a weight of 305 grams (0.67 lbs).

Take a look at the Olympus FE-5020 and Samsung Galaxy Camera 3G in our newest Camera plus Lens Size Comparison Tool. Camera Size Comparison with Lenses

Take into account, the weight of an ILC will vary based on the lens you select at that moment. Underneath is a front view proportions comparison of the FE-5020 compared to the Galaxy Camera 3G.

Olympus FE-5020 vs Samsung Galaxy Camera 3G size comparison

Taking into account dimensions and weight, the portability rating of the FE-5020 and Galaxy Camera 3G is 95 and 90 respectively.

Olympus FE-5020 vs Samsung Galaxy Camera 3G top view buttons comparison

Olympus FE-5020 vs Samsung Galaxy Camera 3G Sensor Comparison

Normally, its hard to visualize the gap in sensor dimensions simply by viewing specifications. The picture here might provide you a more clear sense of the sensor sizing in the FE-5020 and Galaxy Camera 3G.

Plainly, both the cameras provide the same sensor dimensions but different MP. You can expect to see the Samsung Galaxy Camera 3G to result in extra detail because of its extra 4MP. Greater resolution can also enable you to crop pics more aggressively. The more aged FE-5020 will be disadvantaged in sensor innovation.

Olympus FE-5020 vs Samsung Galaxy Camera 3G sensor size comparison

Olympus FE-5020 vs Samsung Galaxy Camera 3G Screen and ViewFinder

Olympus FE-5020 vs Samsung Galaxy Camera 3G Screen and Viewfinder comparison
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Photography Type Scores

Portrait Comparison

Olympus FE-5020 Portrait photography information
Samsung Galaxy Camera 3G Portrait photography information
20
lack of manual focus
manual exposure not possible
external flash not possible
sensor resolution not great (12 megapixels)
very small sensor size (1/2.3")
no RAW files
30
good resolution (16MP)
lack of manual focus
manual mode not available
can't use external flash
very small sensor (1/2.3")
no RAW files
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Street Comparison

Olympus FE-5020 Street photography info
Samsung Galaxy Camera 3G Street photography info
59
environment proofing
lighter than competition in class (137g)
screen is fixed
lack of image stabilization
very small sensor size (1/2.3")
no RAW files
61
built in image stabilization (Optical)
lighter than competition (305g)
no moving screen
very small sensor (1/2.3")
no RAW files
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Sports Comparison

Olympus FE-5020 Sports photography highlights
Samsung Galaxy Camera 3G Sports photography highlights
24
environment proofing
max shutter speed is low (1/500 seconds)
no shutter priority mode
lack of image stabilization
sensor resolution not great (12 megapixels)
very small sensor size (1/2.3")
no phase detect autofocus
44
amazing zoom range (23-481mm 20.9 x zoom)
built in image stabilization (Optical)
good resolution (16MP)
lack of shutter priority mode
very small sensor (1/2.3")
no phase detect auto focus
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Travel Comparison

Olympus FE-5020 Travel photography highlights
Samsung Galaxy Camera 3G Travel photography highlights
64
lighter than competition in class (137g)
environment proofing
built-in flash
pretty wide (24mm)
no Time Lapse mode
sensor resolution not great (12MP)
does not have selfie friendly screen
somewhat slow maximum aperture (f3.3)
72
lighter than competition (305 grams)
good resolution (16MP)
relatively wide (23mm)
very long reach (481mm)
fast maximum aperture (f)
no Timelapse function
display is not selfie friendly
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Landscape Comparison

Olympus FE-5020 as a Landscape photography camera
Samsung Galaxy Camera 3G as a Landscape photography camera
31
pretty wide (24mm)
environment proofing
lack of manual focus
lens is fixed (fixed lens mount)
somewhat slow maximum aperture (f3.3)
small screen (2.7")
manual exposure not possible
lack of image stabilization
sensor resolution not great (12MP)
very small sensor size (1/2.3")
no RAW files
no Time Lapse mode
47
relatively wide (23mm)
fast maximum aperture (f)
very good size screen (4.8 inches)
built in image stabilization (Optical)
good resolution (16MP)
lack of manual focus
can't switch lens (fixed lens mount)
manual mode not available
very small sensor (1/2.3")
no RAW files
no Timelapse function
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Vlogging Comparison

Olympus FE-5020 Vlogging highlights
Samsung Galaxy Camera 3G Vlogging highlights
28
pretty wide (24mm)
lighter than competition in class (137 grams)
somewhat slow maximum aperture (f3.3)
does not have selfie friendly screen
lack of image stabilization
video res low (640 x 480 pixels)
no mic jack
36
relatively wide (23mm)
fast maximum aperture (f)
touchscreen enabled
built in image stabilization (Optical)
high res video (1920 x 1080 pixels)
lighter than competition (305g)
display is not selfie friendly
no microphone socket
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Olympus FE-5020 vs Samsung Galaxy Camera 3G Specifications

Detailed spec comparison table for Olympus FE-5020 and Samsung Galaxy Camera 3G
 Olympus FE-5020Samsung Galaxy Camera 3G
General Information
Brand Olympus Samsung
Model type Olympus FE-5020 Samsung Galaxy Camera 3G
Alternative name X-935 -
Category Small Sensor Compact Small Sensor Superzoom
Launched 2009-07-22 2012-08-29
Physical type Compact Compact
Sensor Information
Processor TruePic III 1.4GHz Quad-Core
Sensor type CCD BSI-CMOS
Sensor size 1/2.3" 1/2.3"
Sensor measurements 6.17 x 4.55mm 6.17 x 4.55mm
Sensor surface area 28.1mm² 28.1mm²
Sensor resolution 12 megapixel 16 megapixel
Anti alias filter
Aspect ratio 4:3 -
Maximum resolution 3968 x 2976 -
Maximum native ISO 1600 3200
Min native ISO 64 100
RAW files
Autofocusing
Focus manually
Touch focus
Continuous autofocus
Single autofocus
Autofocus tracking
Autofocus selectice
Center weighted autofocus
Autofocus multi area
Live view autofocus
Face detect autofocus
Contract detect autofocus
Phase detect autofocus
Lens
Lens support fixed lens fixed lens
Lens zoom range 24-120mm (5.0x) 23-481mm (20.9x)
Largest aperture f/3.3-5.8 -
Macro focusing range 1cm -
Crop factor 5.8 5.8
Screen
Display type Fixed Type Fixed Type
Display diagonal 2.7" 4.8"
Resolution of display 230k dots 0k dots
Selfie friendly
Liveview
Touch friendly
Display tech - 308 ppi, HD Super Clear Touch Display
Viewfinder Information
Viewfinder None None
Features
Lowest shutter speed 4 seconds -
Highest shutter speed 1/500 seconds -
Shutter priority
Aperture priority
Manual mode
Custom white balance
Image stabilization
Built-in flash
Flash distance 4.10 m no built-in flash
Flash modes Auto, On, Off, Red-eye, Fill-in no built-in 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) 1920 x 1080
Maximum video resolution 640x480 1920x1080
Video file format Motion JPEG MPEG-4, H.264
Microphone port
Headphone port
Connectivity
Wireless None Built-In
Bluetooth
NFC
HDMI
USB USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) none
GPS None BuiltIn
Physical
Environment sealing
Water proofing
Dust proofing
Shock proofing
Crush proofing
Freeze proofing
Weight 137g (0.30 lbs) 305g (0.67 lbs)
Physical dimensions 93 x 56 x 25mm (3.7" x 2.2" x 1.0") 129 x 71 x 19mm (5.1" x 2.8" x 0.7")
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) -
Time lapse recording
Type of storage xD-Picture Card, microSD micro SD/micro SDHC/micro SDXC
Card slots Single Single
Cost at launch $160 $606