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Olympus 5010 vs Panasonic FH1

Portability
96
Imaging
36
Features
27
Overall
32
Olympus Stylus 5010 front
 
Panasonic Lumix DMC-FH1 front
Portability
95
Imaging
35
Features
17
Overall
27

Olympus 5010 vs Panasonic FH1 Key Specs

Olympus 5010
(Full Review)
  • 14MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
  • 2.7" Fixed Screen
  • ISO 64 - 3200
  • Sensor-shift Image Stabilization
  • 1280 x 720 video
  • 26-130mm (F2.8-6.5) lens
  • 126g - 95 x 56 x 20mm
  • Introduced January 2010
  • Alternative Name is mju 5010
Panasonic FH1
(Full Review)
  • 12MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
  • 2.7" Fixed Display
  • ISO 80 - 6400
  • Optical Image Stabilization
  • 1280 x 720 video
  • 28-140mm (F2.8-6.9) lens
  • 163g - 98 x 55 x 23mm
  • Released January 2010
  • Alternative Name is Lumix DMC-FS10
Photography Glossary

Olympus 5010 vs Panasonic FH1 Overview

Below, we are comparing the Olympus 5010 versus Panasonic FH1, one being a Ultracompact and the other is a Small Sensor Compact by rivals Olympus and Panasonic. The resolution of the 5010 (14MP) and the FH1 (12MP) is fairly close and they use the exact same sensor sizes (1/2.3").

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The 5010 was introduced around the same time to the FH1 so they are both of a similar generation. Both of these cameras come with different body type with the Olympus 5010 being a Ultracompact camera and the Panasonic FH1 being a Compact camera.

Before going straight into a complete comparison, below is a brief summary of how the 5010 scores against the FH1 in terms of portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

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Reasons to pick Olympus 5010 over the Panasonic FH1

 5010 FH1 

Reasons to pick Panasonic FH1 over the Olympus 5010

 FH1 5010 

Common features in the Olympus 5010 and Panasonic FH1

 5010 FH1 
ReleasedJanuary 2010January 2010Same generation
Manual focus No manual focusing
Display typeFixed Fixed Fixed display
Display dimension2.7"2.7"Identical display dimensions
Display resolution230k230kEqual display resolution
Selfie screen No selfie screen
Touch display No Touch display

Olympus 5010 vs Panasonic FH1 Physical Comparison

If you are planning to carry your camera, you're going to have to factor its weight and volume. The Olympus 5010 offers outer dimensions of 95mm x 56mm x 20mm (3.7" x 2.2" x 0.8") along with a weight of 126 grams (0.28 lbs) and the Panasonic FH1 has sizing of 98mm x 55mm x 23mm (3.9" x 2.2" x 0.9") accompanied by a weight of 163 grams (0.36 lbs).

Examine the Olympus 5010 versus Panasonic FH1 in the latest Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool. Camera Size Comparison with Lenses

Bear in mind, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will change based on the lens you have chosen at that time. Below is the front view overall size comparison of the 5010 against the FH1.

Olympus 5010 vs Panasonic FH1 size comparison

Taking into account dimensions and weight, the portability rating of the 5010 and FH1 is 96 and 95 respectively.

Olympus 5010 vs Panasonic FH1 top view buttons comparison

Olympus 5010 vs Panasonic FH1 Sensor Comparison

Normally, it is hard to visualise the difference in sensor sizing just by looking through specifications. The graphic below might offer you a far better sense of the sensor sizes in the 5010 and FH1.

To sum up, both cameras posses the exact same sensor measurements but not the same resolution. You should anticipate the Olympus 5010 to provide you with greater detail using its extra 2MP. Greater resolution can also let you crop pics somewhat more aggressively.

Olympus 5010 vs Panasonic FH1 sensor size comparison

Olympus 5010 vs Panasonic FH1 Screen and ViewFinder

Olympus 5010 vs Panasonic FH1 Screen and Viewfinder comparison
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Photography Type Scores

Portrait Comparison

Olympus 5010 Portrait photography details
Panasonic FH1 Portrait photography details
28
decent sensor resolution (14MP)
manual focus not available
manual exposure not available
can't use external flash
sensor size is tiny (1/2.3")
doesn't have RAW support
21
no manual focus
no manual control
no external flash support
low megapixels (12MP)
sensor size is very small (1/2.3")
no RAW format
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Street Comparison

Olympus 5010 as a Street photography camera
Panasonic FH1 as a Street photography camera
57
built in image stabilization (Sensor-shift)
no moving screen
sensor size is tiny (1/2.3")
doesn't have RAW support
57
has image stabilization (Optical)
no moving screen
sensor size is very small (1/2.3")
no RAW format
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Sports Comparison

Sports photography with Olympus 5010
Sports photography with Panasonic FH1
39
built in image stabilization (Sensor-shift)
decent sensor resolution (14 megapixels)
features tracking focus
max fps low (1.0 frames per second)
lack of shutter priority mode
sensor size is tiny (1/2.3")
doesn't have phase detect auto focus
25
has image stabilization (Optical)
continuous shooting slow (6.0 frames/s)
no shutter priority mode
low megapixels (12 megapixels)
sensor size is very small (1/2.3")
no phase detect auto focus
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Travel Comparison

Olympus 5010 Travel photography info
Panasonic FH1 Travel photography info
65
decent sensor resolution (14 megapixels)
flash built-in
rather wide (26mm)
does not have Time Lapse mode
doesn't contain selfie friendly screen
somewhat slow maximum aperture (f2.8)
58
built-in flash
really wide (28mm)
missing Timelapse recording
low megapixels (12 megapixels)
screen is not selfie friendly
sluggish maximum aperture (f2.8)
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Landscape Comparison

Landscape photography with Olympus 5010
Landscape photography with Panasonic FH1
37
rather wide (26mm)
built in image stabilization (Sensor-shift)
decent sensor resolution (14MP)
manual focus not available
fixed lens (fixed lens mount)
somewhat slow maximum aperture (f2.8)
tiny screen (2.7 inch)
manual exposure not available
sensor size is tiny (1/2.3")
doesn't have RAW support
does not have Time Lapse mode
32
really wide (28mm)
has image stabilization (Optical)
no manual focus
can't switch lenses (fixed lens mount)
sluggish maximum aperture (f2.8)
screen is somewhat small (2.7")
no manual control
low megapixels (12 megapixels)
sensor size is very small (1/2.3")
no RAW format
missing Timelapse recording
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Vlogging Comparison

Olympus 5010 Vlogging advice
Panasonic FH1 Vlogging advice
29
rather wide (26mm)
built in image stabilization (Sensor-shift)
somewhat slow maximum aperture (f2.8)
doesn't contain selfie friendly screen
video resolution low (1280 x 720 resolution)
does not have mic port
29
really wide (28mm)
has image stabilization (Optical)
sluggish maximum aperture (f2.8)
screen is not selfie friendly
video resolution low (1280 x 720 resolution)
missing microphone port
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Olympus 5010 vs Panasonic FH1 Specifications

Detailed spec comparison table for Olympus 5010 and Panasonic FH1
 Olympus Stylus 5010Panasonic Lumix DMC-FH1
General Information
Company Olympus Panasonic
Model type Olympus Stylus 5010 Panasonic Lumix DMC-FH1
Also called mju 5010 Lumix DMC-FS10
Category Ultracompact Small Sensor Compact
Introduced 2010-01-07 2010-01-06
Body design Ultracompact Compact
Sensor Information
Processor Chip TruePic III -
Sensor type CCD CCD
Sensor size 1/2.3" 1/2.3"
Sensor measurements 6.08 x 4.56mm 6.08 x 4.56mm
Sensor area 27.7mm² 27.7mm²
Sensor resolution 14 megapixel 12 megapixel
Anti alias filter
Aspect ratio 4:3 and 16:9 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9
Max resolution 4288 x 3216 4000 x 3000
Max native ISO 3200 6400
Min native ISO 64 80
RAW data
Autofocusing
Manual focusing
Autofocus touch
Autofocus continuous
Autofocus single
Tracking autofocus
Selective autofocus
Center weighted autofocus
Multi area autofocus
Autofocus live view
Face detection focus
Contract detection focus
Phase detection focus
Total focus points - 9
Lens
Lens mount type fixed lens fixed lens
Lens zoom range 26-130mm (5.0x) 28-140mm (5.0x)
Largest aperture f/2.8-6.5 f/2.8-6.9
Macro focusing distance 7cm 5cm
Crop factor 5.9 5.9
Screen
Range of screen Fixed Type Fixed Type
Screen sizing 2.7 inches 2.7 inches
Screen resolution 230k dot 230k dot
Selfie friendly
Liveview
Touch capability
Viewfinder Information
Viewfinder type None None
Features
Min shutter speed 4 secs 60 secs
Max shutter speed 1/2000 secs 1/1600 secs
Continuous shutter speed 1.0 frames per second 6.0 frames per second
Shutter priority
Aperture priority
Expose Manually
Change white balance
Image stabilization
Built-in flash
Flash distance 4.70 m 6.80 m
Flash options Auto, On, Off, Red-eye, Fill-in Auto, On, Off, Red-eye, Slow Syncro
Hot shoe
Auto exposure bracketing
White balance bracketing
Exposure
Multisegment exposure
Average exposure
Spot exposure
Partial exposure
AF area exposure
Center weighted exposure
Video features
Supported video resolutions 1280 x 720 (30 fps) 640 x 480 (30, 15 fps), 320 x 240 (30, 15 fps) 1280 x 720 (30 fps), 848 x 480 (30 fps), 640 x 480 (30 fps), 320 x 240 (30 fps)
Max video resolution 1280x720 1280x720
Video 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
Environment seal
Water proofing
Dust proofing
Shock proofing
Crush proofing
Freeze proofing
Weight 126 grams (0.28 lbs) 163 grams (0.36 lbs)
Dimensions 95 x 56 x 20mm (3.7" x 2.2" x 0.8") 98 x 55 x 23mm (3.9" x 2.2" x 0.9")
DXO scores
DXO Overall 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-50B -
Self timer Yes (2 or 12 seconds) Yes (2 or 10 sec)
Time lapse recording
Storage media SC/SDHC, Internal SD/SDHC/SDXC card, Internal
Storage slots 1 1
Launch price $150 $150