Olympus 5010 vs Samsung TL205
Portability
96 Imaging
36 Features
27 Overall
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96 Imaging
36 Features
27 Overall
32
Portability
94 Imaging
35 Features
17 Overall
27
94 Imaging
35 Features
17 Overall
27
Olympus 5010 vs Samsung TL205 Key Specs
Olympus 5010
(Full Review)
(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
- Announced January 2010
- Other Name is mju 5010
Samsung TL205
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(Full Review)
- 12MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 2.7" Fixed Display
- ISO 80 - 3200
- 1280 x 720 video
- 35-105mm (F3.0-5.6) lens
- 177g - 99 x 59 x 20mm
- Released January 2010
- Alternate Name is PL100
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In this write-up, we are reviewing the Olympus 5010 and Samsung TL205, both Ultracompact digital cameras by competitors Olympus and Samsung. The resolution of the 5010 (14MP) and the TL205 (12MP) is fairly well matched and they possess the same exact sensor sizes (1/2.3").
Snapchat Adds Watermarks to AI-Created ImagesThe 5010 was released around the same time to the TL205 and they are both of a similar age. Each of these cameras offer the identical body type (Ultracompact).
Before we go in to a step-by-step comparison, below is a simple synopsis of how the 5010 grades vs the TL205 in relation to portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.
Photography Glossary Olympus 5010 vs Samsung TL205 Gallery
The following is a sample of the gallery pictures for Olympus Stylus 5010 & Samsung TL205. The complete galleries are viewable at Olympus 5010 Gallery & Samsung TL205 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Olympus 5010 over the Samsung TL205
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Reasons to pick Samsung TL205 over the Olympus 5010
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Common features in the Olympus 5010 and Samsung TL205
| 5010 | TL205 | |||
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Released | January 2010 |  | January 2010 | Similar age |
| Focus manually |  | Lack of manual focusing | ||
| Display type | Fixed |  | Fixed | Fixed display |
| Display sizing | 2.7" |  | 2.7" | Equivalent display dimensions |
| Display resolution | 230k |  | 230k | Same display resolution |
| Selfie screen |  | Neither contains selfie screen | ||
| Touch display |  | Neither contains Touch display |
Olympus 5010 vs Samsung TL205 Physical Comparison
If you're going to carry your camera often, you'll have to consider its weight and volume. The Olympus 5010 has got physical measurements of 95mm x 56mm x 20mm (3.7" x 2.2" x 0.8") along with a weight of 126 grams (0.28 lbs) while the Samsung TL205 has sizing of 99mm x 59mm x 20mm (3.9" x 2.3" x 0.8") with a weight of 177 grams (0.39 lbs).
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Keep in mind, the weight of an ILC will change based on the lens you are using during that time. Underneath is the front view scale comparison of the 5010 against the TL205.
Taking into consideration dimensions and weight, the portability score of the 5010 and TL205 is 96 and 94 respectively.
Olympus 5010 vs Samsung TL205 Sensor Comparison
Normally, it's difficult to picture the contrast between sensor sizing just by reading through specifications. The visual underneath may offer you a stronger sense of the sensor sizing in the 5010 and TL205.
Plainly, both of these cameras enjoy the same exact sensor sizing but different MP. You can anticipate the Olympus 5010 to resolve extra detail as a result of its extra 2 Megapixels. Greater resolution will also allow you to crop photos far more aggressively.
Olympus 5010 vs Samsung TL205 Screen and ViewFinder
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Portrait Comparison
Olympus 5010 Portrait photography factors
Samsung TL205 Portrait photography factors
sensor resolution is decent (14MP)
no manual focus
no manual control
external flash not possible
small sensor size (1/2.3")
has no RAW files
manual focus not available
manual exposure not available
can't use external flash
sensor resolution low (12MP)
very small sensor (1/2.3")
doesn't have RAW files
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Samsung TL205 as a Street photography camera
built in image stabilization (Sensor-shift)
screen does not articulate
small sensor size (1/2.3")
has no RAW files
screen does not articulate
lack of image stabilization
very small sensor (1/2.3")
doesn't have RAW files
heavier than competition (177g)
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built in image stabilization (Sensor-shift)
sensor resolution is decent (14MP)
provides tracking autofocus
continuous shooting slow (1.0 frames per second)
lack of shutter priority mode
small sensor size (1/2.3")
has no phase detect auto focus
features tracking focus
no shutter priority
lack of image stabilization
sensor resolution low (12 megapixels)
very small sensor (1/2.3")
doesn't have phase detect AF
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Olympus 5010 as a Travel photography camera
Samsung TL205 as a Travel photography camera
sensor resolution is decent (14 megapixels)
built-in flash
reasonably wide (26mm)
lack of Timelapse function
does not have selfie friendly screen
sluggish maximum aperture (f2.8)
has built in flash
no Time Lapse function
heavier than competition (177g)
sensor resolution low (12 megapixels)
doesn't have a selfie friendly display
wide angle not fantastic (35mm)
slow max aperture (f3.0)
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Olympus 5010 Landscape photography highlights
Samsung TL205 Landscape photography highlights
reasonably wide (26mm)
built in image stabilization (Sensor-shift)
sensor resolution is decent (14MP)
no manual focus
lens is fixed (fixed lens mount)
sluggish maximum aperture (f2.8)
tiny screen (2.7 inch)
no manual control
small sensor size (1/2.3")
has no RAW files
lack of Timelapse function
manual focus not available
lens is fixed (fixed lens mount)
wide angle not fantastic (35mm)
slow max aperture (f3.0)
small screen (2.7 inch)
manual exposure not available
lack of image stabilization
sensor resolution low (12MP)
very small sensor (1/2.3")
doesn't have RAW files
no Time Lapse function
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Olympus 5010 Vlogging features
Samsung TL205 Vlogging features
reasonably wide (26mm)
built in image stabilization (Sensor-shift)
sluggish maximum aperture (f2.8)
does not have selfie friendly screen
video quality not great (1280 x 720 pxls)
lack of external microphone port
wide angle not fantastic (35mm)
slow max aperture (f3.0)
doesn't have a selfie friendly display
lack of image stabilization
video res low (1280 x 720 resolution)
no mic socket
heavier than competition (177g)
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Olympus 5010 vs Samsung TL205 Specifications
| Olympus Stylus 5010 | Samsung TL205 | |
|---|---|---|
| General Information | ||
| Brand | Olympus | Samsung |
| Model type | Olympus Stylus 5010 | Samsung TL205 |
| Alternative name | mju 5010 | PL100 |
| Type | Ultracompact | Ultracompact |
| Announced | 2010-01-07 | 2010-01-06 |
| Physical type | Ultracompact | Ultracompact |
| Sensor Information | ||
| Processor | TruePic III | - |
| Sensor type | CCD | CCD |
| Sensor size | 1/2.3" | 1/2.3" |
| Sensor dimensions | 6.08 x 4.56mm | 6.08 x 4.56mm |
| Sensor surface area | 27.7mm² | 27.7mm² |
| Sensor resolution | 14 megapixels | 12 megapixels |
| Anti alias filter | ||
| Aspect ratio | 4:3 and 16:9 | 4:3 and 16:9 |
| Maximum resolution | 4288 x 3216 | 4000 x 3000 |
| Maximum native ISO | 3200 | 3200 |
| Min native ISO | 64 | 80 |
| RAW images | ||
| Autofocusing | ||
| Manual focusing | ||
| Touch focus | ||
| Continuous AF | ||
| Single AF | ||
| Tracking AF | ||
| AF selectice | ||
| AF center weighted | ||
| AF multi area | ||
| Live view AF | ||
| Face detect AF | ||
| Contract detect AF | ||
| Phase detect AF | ||
| Lens | ||
| Lens mount type | fixed lens | fixed lens |
| Lens zoom range | 26-130mm (5.0x) | 35-105mm (3.0x) |
| Max aperture | f/2.8-6.5 | f/3.0-5.6 |
| Macro focusing distance | 7cm | 10cm |
| Crop factor | 5.9 | 5.9 |
| Screen | ||
| Type of display | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
| Display size | 2.7 inches | 2.7 inches |
| Resolution of display | 230k dots | 230k dots |
| Selfie friendly | ||
| Liveview | ||
| Touch friendly | ||
| Viewfinder Information | ||
| Viewfinder | None | None |
| Features | ||
| Slowest shutter speed | 4 secs | 8 secs |
| Maximum shutter speed | 1/2000 secs | 1/1500 secs |
| Continuous shooting rate | 1.0fps | - |
| Shutter priority | ||
| Aperture priority | ||
| Expose Manually | ||
| Set WB | ||
| Image stabilization | ||
| Integrated flash | ||
| Flash distance | 4.70 m | 3.40 m |
| Flash modes | Auto, On, Off, Red-eye, Fill-in | Auto, On, Off, Red-Eye, Fill-in, Slow Sync |
| 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 (30, 15 fps), 640 x 480 (30, 15 fps), 320 x 240 (60, 30 fps) |
| Maximum video resolution | 1280x720 | 1280x720 |
| Video file format | Motion JPEG | Motion JPEG |
| Mic port | ||
| Headphone port | ||
| 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 sealing | ||
| Water proofing | ||
| Dust proofing | ||
| Shock proofing | ||
| Crush proofing | ||
| Freeze proofing | ||
| Weight | 126 gr (0.28 lbs) | 177 gr (0.39 lbs) |
| Dimensions | 95 x 56 x 20mm (3.7" x 2.2" x 0.8") | 99 x 59 x 20mm (3.9" x 2.3" x 0.8") |
| 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 (2 or 10 sec, Double, Motion) |
| Time lapse shooting | ||
| Storage type | SC/SDHC, Internal | MicroSD/ MicroSDHC, SD/SDHC Internal |
| Card slots | One | One |
| Cost at launch | $150 | $180 |