Olympus 5010 vs Samsung TL240

Here is a extensive review of the Olympus 5010 and Samsung TL240, both Ultracompact digital cameras by manufacturers Olympus and Samsung. The image resolution of the 5010 (14MP) and the TL240 (14MP) is pretty well matched and they feature the same exact sensor sizes (1/2.3").

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The 5010 was introduced within a month of the TL240 which means that they are both of a similar age. Both cameras offer the identical body type (Ultracompact).

Before diving through a full comparison, below is a short synopsis of how the 5010 scores against the TL240 in relation to portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

The following is a preview of the gallery images for Olympus Stylus 5010 & Samsung TL240. The whole galleries are provided at Olympus 5010 Gallery & Samsung TL240 Gallery.

For those who are looking to carry your camera often, you need to think about its weight and volume. The Olympus 5010 comes with outer dimensions of 95mm x 56mm x 20mm (3.7" x 2.2" x 0.8") having a weight of 126 grams (0.28 lbs) while the Samsung TL240 has sizing of 104mm x 58mm x 20mm (4.1" x 2.3" x 0.8") accompanied by a weight of 160 grams (0.35 lbs).

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Remember, the weight of an ILC will differ based on the lens you have chosen during that time. The following is the front view measurement comparison of the 5010 versus the TL240.

Factoring in size and weight, the portability grade of the 5010 and TL240 is 96 and 95 respectively.

Oftentimes, its hard to picture the gap between sensor sizing merely by looking at a spec sheet. The graphic below will help give you a stronger sense of the sensor dimensions in the 5010 and TL240.

Clearly, both of the cameras enjoy the same exact sensor sizing and the same exact MP therefore you can expect similar quality of images but you should take the age of the products into consideration.