Olympus 5010 vs Samsung ST90
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![Olympus Stylus 5010 front Olympus Stylus 5010 front](https://pxlmag.com/db/images/cameras/gallery/medium/Olympus-Stylus-5010/Olympus-5010-front.jpg)
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37 Features
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Olympus 5010 vs Samsung ST90 Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 14MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 2.7" Fixed Display
- 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
- Also Known as mju 5010
(Full Review)
- 14MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 3" Fixed Screen
- ISO 0 - 0
- 1280 x 720 video
- ()mm (F) lens
- n/ag - 92 x 53 x 17mm
- Announced January 2011
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Olympus 5010 vs Samsung ST90 Overview
On this page, we will be matching up the Olympus 5010 vs Samsung ST90, both Ultracompact cameras by rivals Olympus and Samsung. The sensor resolution of the 5010 (14MP) and the ST90 (14MP) is pretty close and both cameras have the same sensor measurements (1/2.3").
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The 5010 was revealed 12 months before the ST90 so they are both of a similar generation. Each of the cameras have the same body design (Ultracompact).
Before delving into a more detailed comparison, here is a quick synopsis of how the 5010 grades versus the ST90 in terms of portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.
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Olympus 5010 vs Samsung ST90 Gallery
Below is a preview of the gallery images for Olympus Stylus 5010 and Samsung ST90. The full galleries are available at Olympus 5010 Gallery and Samsung ST90 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Olympus 5010 over the Samsung ST90
5010 | ST90 |
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Reasons to pick Samsung ST90 over the Olympus 5010
ST90 | 5010 | |||
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Announced | January 2011 | ![]() | January 2010 | More recent by 12 months |
Screen dimensions | 3" | ![]() | 2.7" | Bigger screen (+0.3") |
Screen resolution | 460k | ![]() | 230k | Clearer screen (+230k dot) |
Common features in the Olympus 5010 and Samsung ST90
5010 | ST90 | |||
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Manually focus | ![]() | Lack of manual focusing | ||
Screen type | Fixed | ![]() | Fixed | Fixed screen |
Selfie screen | ![]() | Absent selfie screen | ||
Touch screen | ![]() | Absent Touch screen |
Olympus 5010 vs Samsung ST90 Physical Comparison
When you are aiming to lug around your camera, you'll have to think about its weight and dimensions. The Olympus 5010 has physical measurements of 95mm x 56mm x 20mm (3.7" x 2.2" x 0.8") accompanied by a weight of 126 grams (0.28 lbs) and the Samsung ST90 has dimensions of 92mm x 53mm x 17mm (3.6" x 2.1" x 0.7") and a weight of n/a grams (0.00 lbs).
Check out the Olympus 5010 vs Samsung ST90 in the new Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.![Camera Size Comparison with Lenses Camera Size Comparison with Lenses](https://pxlmag.com/db/assets/camera-size-comparison-animation.gif)
Don't forget, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will vary depending on the lens you are utilising during that time. The following is a front view physical size comparison of the 5010 against the ST90.
![Olympus 5010 vs Samsung ST90 size comparison Olympus 5010 vs Samsung ST90 size comparison](https://pxlmag.com/db/images/camera-compare/Olympus-Stylus-5010-vs-Samsung-ST90-size-comparison.jpg)
Looking at dimensions and weight, the portability rating of the 5010 and ST90 is 96 and 99 respectively.
![Olympus 5010 vs Samsung ST90 top view buttons comparison Olympus 5010 vs Samsung ST90 top view buttons comparison](https://pxlmag.com/db/images/camera-compare/Olympus-Stylus-5010-vs-Samsung-ST90-top-view-buttons-comparison.jpg)
Olympus 5010 vs Samsung ST90 Sensor Comparison
Quite often, it is very hard to envision the difference in sensor measurements just by researching technical specs. The photograph underneath will help offer you a far better sense of the sensor sizing in the 5010 and ST90.
As you have seen, the 2 cameras have the same sensor dimensions and the same resolution so you should expect comparable quality of photographs although you need to consider the release date of the cameras into account. The older 5010 will be disadvantaged in sensor tech.
![Olympus 5010 vs Samsung ST90 sensor size comparison Olympus 5010 vs Samsung ST90 sensor size comparison](https://pxlmag.com/db/images/sensor-compare/Olympus-Stylus-5010-vs-Samsung-ST90-sensor-size-comparison.png)
Olympus 5010 vs Samsung ST90 Screen and ViewFinder
![Olympus 5010 vs Samsung ST90 Screen and Viewfinder comparison Olympus 5010 vs Samsung ST90 Screen and Viewfinder comparison](https://pxlmag.com/db/images/camera-compare/Olympus-Stylus-5010-vs-Samsung-ST90-screen-back-comparison.jpg)
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Photography Type Scores
Portrait Comparison
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Street Comparison
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Sports Comparison
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Travel Comparison
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Landscape Comparison
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Vlogging Comparison
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Olympus 5010 vs Samsung ST90 Specifications
Olympus Stylus 5010 | Samsung ST90 | |
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General Information | ||
Manufacturer | Olympus | Samsung |
Model type | Olympus Stylus 5010 | Samsung ST90 |
Alternative name | mju 5010 | - |
Type | Ultracompact | Ultracompact |
Introduced | 2010-01-07 | 2011-01-19 |
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 | 6.16 x 4.62mm |
Sensor surface area | 27.7mm² | 28.5mm² |
Sensor resolution | 14MP | 14MP |
Anti alias filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 4:3 and 16:9 | - |
Highest resolution | 4288 x 3216 | 4608 x 3456 |
Highest native ISO | 3200 | - |
Minimum native ISO | 64 | - |
RAW photos | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Manual focusing | ||
Autofocus touch | ||
Autofocus continuous | ||
Autofocus single | ||
Tracking autofocus | ||
Autofocus selectice | ||
Center weighted autofocus | ||
Multi area autofocus | ||
Live view autofocus | ||
Face detect autofocus | ||
Contract detect autofocus | ||
Phase detect autofocus | ||
Lens | ||
Lens mount type | fixed lens | fixed lens |
Lens zoom range | 26-130mm (5.0x) | () |
Maximum aperture | f/2.8-6.5 | - |
Macro focusing range | 7cm | - |
Crop factor | 5.9 | 5.8 |
Screen | ||
Display type | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
Display size | 2.7 inch | 3 inch |
Display resolution | 230k dot | 460k dot |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch function | ||
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder type | None | None |
Features | ||
Slowest shutter speed | 4 secs | 8 secs |
Maximum shutter speed | 1/2000 secs | 1/2000 secs |
Continuous shooting speed | 1.0 frames/s | - |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Manually set exposure | ||
Set white balance | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Inbuilt flash | ||
Flash distance | 4.70 m | - |
Flash settings | Auto, On, Off, Red-eye, Fill-in | - |
Hot shoe | ||
AEB | ||
White balance bracketing | ||
Exposure | ||
Multisegment metering | ||
Average metering | ||
Spot metering | ||
Partial metering | ||
AF area metering | ||
Center weighted metering | ||
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 |
Highest video resolution | 1280x720 | 1280x720 |
Video data format | Motion JPEG | - |
Microphone input | ||
Headphone input | ||
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 | 126 grams (0.28 pounds) | - |
Physical dimensions | 95 x 56 x 20mm (3.7" x 2.2" x 0.8") | 92 x 53 x 17mm (3.6" x 2.1" 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-50B | - |
Self timer | Yes (2 or 12 seconds) | - |
Time lapse feature | ||
Storage media | SC/SDHC, Internal | - |
Storage slots | One | One |
Cost at launch | $150 | $150 |