• 1/2.33 inch 28.2mm2
  • 12.0 megapixels
  • 36.00mm - 180.00mm (35mm eq.)
  • 1 inch 116.2mm2
  • 14.2 megapixels
  • ISO 160 - 6400

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Differences

Olympus FE-5010 advantages over Nikon J3

  • Less expensive
    $190 vs $600 (MSRP)
    Save money for lenses or accessories
  • In-Camera Image Stabilization
    Yes vs No
    Reduces the effects of camera shake at slower shutter speeds
  • Thinner
    20 mm vs 28 mm
    Thinner

Nikon J3 advantages over Olympus FE-5010

  • Larger sensor
    1 inch vs 1/2.33 inch
    More sensor area. Bigger is (generally) better.
  • Bigger pixels
    ~ 2.86 vs 1.54 microns
    Better low-light and dynamic range (all else equal)
  • RAW file ability
    Yes vs No
    Gives you more flexibility to develop your photos later
  • On-sensor phase detect
    Yes vs No
    Usually improves live view and video AF performance
  • Manual focus
    Yes vs No
    AF is for the weak. Real photographers focus manually.
  • HDMI out
    HDMI out vs None
    Use HDMI output to monitor or review video
  • More dots on screen
    921k vs 230k dots
    Can mean greater resolution or a brighter screen
  • Shoots 1080p video
    Yes vs No
    You'll want this if you shoot video
  • More pixels
    14.2 vs 12.0 megapixels
    Higher resolution photos
  • Shoots 60p video
    Yes vs No
    A faster framerate can give you more editing options
  • Longer exposure
    30 vs 4 sec
    Long exposures for night shots
  • Bulb shutter
    Bulb vs No bulb
    Hold the shutter open manually for long exposures
  • Slow-motion videos
    Yes vs No
    Shoot slow-motion videos
  • Faster shutter
    1/16000 vs 1/2000 sec
    Shoot wide open in bright light
  • Higher extended ISO
    6400 vs 1600 ISO
    Higher extended ISO can give more low-light flexibility

Similarities

Common Strengths

  • Rear display
    Both provide
    Review photos on the back of the camera
  • Internal flash
    Both provide
    Useful in a pinch for fill flash

Common Weaknesses

  • Tilt-swivel screen
    Neither provide
    Tilt and swivel the screen for maximum shooting flexibility
  • Focus peaking
    Neither provide
    Your camera will highlight what's in focus
  • Eye-level viewfinder
    Neither provide
    You'll be able to frame photos even when the sun is out
  • Touchscreen
    Neither provide
    Interact with your camera just like your smartphone
  • In-camera panoramas
    Neither provide
    Stitches multiple shots into a panoramic photo
  • Tiltable Screen
    Neither provide
    Tilt the screen for shooting flexbility
  • Built-in Wi-Fi
    Neither provide
    Share your photos wirelessly
  • NFC
    Neither provide
    Simplifies pairing your camera with supported phones
  • Built-in Bluetooth
    Neither provide
    Always-on wireless connectivity
  • Built-in GPS
    Neither provide
    Geotag your photos
  • Integrated ND filter
    Neither provide
    Shoot in daylight with a large aperture or slow shutter
  • External Mic Jack
    Neither provide
    Improved sound fidelity when shooting video
  • Hot shoe
    Neither provide
    Off-camera flashes open new possibilities
  • Dual card slots
    Neither provide
    Gives you more storage flexibility
  • Headphone jack
    Neither provide
    Monitor audio recording while you shoot video

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Compared to Nikon S560

Olympus FE-5010
Nikon S560
  • $190
  • 1/2.33 inch
  • Less expensive
  • More pixels
  • $250
  • 1/2.33 inch
  • Wider angle lens
  • Higher extended ISO

Compare Olympus FE-5010 vs Nikon S560

Nikon J3
Nikon S560
  • $617
  • 1 inch
  • Larger sensor
  • Bigger pixels
  • $250
  • 1/2.33 inch
  • Less expensive
  • In-Camera Image Stabilization

Compare Nikon J3 vs Nikon S560

Compared to Pentax H90

Olympus FE-5010
Pentax H90
  • $190
  • 1/2.33 inch
  • More telephoto lens reach
  • $180
  • 1/2.3 inch
  • Manual focus
  • Wider angle lens

Compare Olympus FE-5010 vs Pentax H90

Nikon J3
Pentax H90
  • $617
  • 1 inch
  • Larger sensor
  • Bigger pixels
  • $180
  • 1/2.3 inch
  • Less expensive
  • In-Camera Image Stabilization

Compare Nikon J3 vs Pentax H90

Compared to Fujifilm JX250

Olympus FE-5010
Fujifilm JX250
  • $190
  • 1/2.33 inch
  • In-Camera Image Stabilization
  • More telephoto lens reach
  • $160
  • 1/2.3 inch
  • Less expensive
  • More pixels

Compare Olympus FE-5010 vs Fujifilm JX250

Nikon J3
Fujifilm JX250
  • $617
  • 1 inch
  • Larger sensor
  • Bigger pixels
  • $160
  • 1/2.3 inch
  • Less expensive

Compare Nikon J3 vs Fujifilm JX250

Compared to Nikon J1

Olympus FE-5010
Nikon J1
  • $190
  • 1/2.33 inch
  • Less expensive
  • In-Camera Image Stabilization
  • $500
  • 1 inch
  • Larger sensor
  • Bigger pixels

Compare Olympus FE-5010 vs Nikon J1

Nikon J3
Nikon J1
  • $617
  • 1 inch
  • Higher effective ISO
  • More dots on screen
  • $500
  • 1 inch
  • Bigger pixels

Compare Nikon J3 vs Nikon J1

Compared to Nikon J2

Olympus FE-5010
Nikon J2
  • $190
  • 1/2.33 inch
  • Less expensive
  • In-Camera Image Stabilization
  • $550
  • 1 inch
  • Larger sensor
  • Bigger pixels

Compare Olympus FE-5010 vs Nikon J2

Nikon J3
Nikon J2
  • $617
  • 1 inch
  • Higher effective ISO
  • More pixels
  • $550
  • 1 inch
  • Bigger pixels

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