Olympus 5010 vs Samsung SL620
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Olympus 5010 vs Samsung SL620 Key Specs
(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
- Launched January 2010
- Other Name is mju 5010
(Full Review)
- 12MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 2.7" Fixed Display
- ISO 80 - 1600
- 640 x 480 video
- 35-175mm (F2.8-5.7) lens
- 168g - 92 x 61 x 23mm
- Introduced February 2009
- Alternate Name is PL65

Olympus 5010 vs Samsung SL620 Overview
Its time to take a closer look at the Olympus 5010 and Samsung SL620, both Ultracompact digital cameras by competitors Olympus and Samsung. The sensor resolution of the 5010 (14MP) and the SL620 (12MP) is fairly similar and they come with the same exact sensor sizing (1/2.3").

The 5010 was introduced 11 months later than the SL620 and they are both of a similar generation. Both cameras offer the identical body type (Ultracompact).
Before going in to a thorough comparison, below is a brief summary of how the 5010 grades versus the SL620 in relation to portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

Olympus 5010 vs Samsung SL620 Gallery
Here is a sample of the gallery pictures for Olympus Stylus 5010 and Samsung SL620. The whole galleries are provided at Olympus 5010 Gallery and Samsung SL620 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Olympus 5010 over the Samsung SL620
5010 | SL620 | |||
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Introduced | January 2010 | ![]() | February 2009 | Fresher by 11 months |
Reasons to pick Samsung SL620 over the Olympus 5010
SL620 | 5010 |
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Common features in the Olympus 5010 and Samsung SL620
5010 | SL620 | |||
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Manually focus | ![]() | Lack of manual focusing | ||
Display type | Fixed | ![]() | Fixed | Fixed display |
Display sizing | 2.7" | ![]() | 2.7" | Equivalent display measurement |
Display resolution | 230k | ![]() | 230k | The same display resolution |
Selfie screen | ![]() | Neither comes with selfie screen | ||
Touch display | ![]() | Neither comes with Touch display |
Olympus 5010 vs Samsung SL620 Physical Comparison
If you're planning to carry your camera regularly, you need to consider its weight and proportions. The Olympus 5010 comes with physical measurements of 95mm x 56mm x 20mm (3.7" x 2.2" x 0.8") having a weight of 126 grams (0.28 lbs) whilst the Samsung SL620 has measurements of 92mm x 61mm x 23mm (3.6" x 2.4" x 0.9") along with a weight of 168 grams (0.37 lbs).
Analyze the Olympus 5010 and Samsung SL620 in the all new Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.
Remember that, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will change dependant on the lens you choose during that time. Here is the front view measurement comparison of the 5010 against the SL620.

Using dimensions and weight, the portability score of the 5010 and SL620 is 96 and 94 respectively.

Olympus 5010 vs Samsung SL620 Sensor Comparison
Typically, it can be difficult to see the contrast between sensor sizing only by going over specifications. The photograph here might offer you a clearer sense of the sensor sizing in the 5010 and SL620.
To sum up, both cameras enjoy the same exact sensor sizing but not the same resolution. You should anticipate the Olympus 5010 to offer more detail using its extra 2 Megapixels. Greater resolution can also let you crop photos far more aggressively. The younger 5010 is going to have a benefit in sensor tech.

Olympus 5010 vs Samsung SL620 Screen and ViewFinder


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Olympus 5010 vs Samsung SL620 Specifications
Olympus Stylus 5010 | Samsung SL620 | |
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General Information | ||
Brand | Olympus | Samsung |
Model type | Olympus Stylus 5010 | Samsung SL620 |
Also called | mju 5010 | PL65 |
Class | Ultracompact | Ultracompact |
Launched | 2010-01-07 | 2009-02-17 |
Body design | Ultracompact | Ultracompact |
Sensor Information | ||
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 | - |
Full resolution | 4288 x 3216 | 4000 x 3000 |
Max native ISO | 3200 | 1600 |
Min native ISO | 64 | 80 |
RAW format | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Focus manually | ||
AF touch | ||
Continuous AF | ||
AF single | ||
AF tracking | ||
Selective AF | ||
Center weighted AF | ||
AF multi area | ||
AF live view | ||
Face detection focusing | ||
Contract detection focusing | ||
Phase detection focusing | ||
Lens | ||
Lens support | fixed lens | fixed lens |
Lens zoom range | 26-130mm (5.0x) | 35-175mm (5.0x) |
Largest aperture | f/2.8-6.5 | f/2.8-5.7 |
Macro focusing distance | 7cm | 5cm |
Focal length multiplier | 5.9 | 5.9 |
Screen | ||
Screen type | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
Screen diagonal | 2.7 inch | 2.7 inch |
Resolution of screen | 230k dot | 230k dot |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch functionality | ||
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder type | None | None |
Features | ||
Slowest shutter speed | 4s | 8s |
Maximum shutter speed | 1/2000s | 1/2000s |
Continuous shooting speed | 1.0 frames per second | - |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Manually set exposure | ||
Custom WB | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Inbuilt flash | ||
Flash distance | 4.70 m | 4.60 m |
Flash modes | Auto, On, Off, Red-eye, Fill-in | Auto, On, Off, Auto & Red-Eye reduction, Slow Sync, Fill-in Flash, Flash Off, Red-Eye Fix |
Hot shoe | ||
AEB | ||
White balance bracketing | ||
Exposure | ||
Multisegment | ||
Average | ||
Spot | ||
Partial | ||
AF area | ||
Center weighted | ||
Video features | ||
Video resolutions | 1280 x 720 (30 fps) 640 x 480 (30, 15 fps), 320 x 240 (30, 15 fps) | 800 x 592 (20 fps), 640 x 480 (30, 15 fps), 320 x 240 (60, 30 fps) |
Max video resolution | 1280x720 | 640x480 |
Video file 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 proofing | ||
Dust proofing | ||
Shock proofing | ||
Crush proofing | ||
Freeze proofing | ||
Weight | 126 gr (0.28 lbs) | 168 gr (0.37 lbs) |
Dimensions | 95 x 56 x 20mm (3.7" x 2.2" x 0.8") | 92 x 61 x 23mm (3.6" x 2.4" 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-50B | - |
Self timer | Yes (2 or 12 seconds) | Yes |
Time lapse recording | ||
Type of storage | SC/SDHC, Internal | SD/MMC/SDHC card, Internal |
Storage slots | 1 | 1 |
Pricing at launch | $150 | $200 |