Canon A800 vs Olympus FE-5020
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![Canon PowerShot A800 front Canon PowerShot A800 front](https://pxlmag.com/db/images/cameras/gallery/medium/Canon-PowerShot-A800/Canon-A800-front.jpg)
![Olympus FE-5020 front Olympus FE-5020 front](https://pxlmag.com/db/images/cameras/gallery/medium/Olympus-FE-5020/Olympus-FE-5020-front.jpg)
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Canon A800 vs Olympus FE-5020 Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 10MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 2.5" Fixed Screen
- ISO 80 - 1600
- 640 x 480 video
- 37-122mm (F3.0-5.8) lens
- 186g - 94 x 61 x 31mm
- Launched January 2011
(Full Review)
- 12MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 2.7" Fixed Screen
- ISO 64 - 1600
- 640 x 480 video
- 24-120mm (F3.3-5.8) lens
- 137g - 93 x 56 x 25mm
- Launched July 2009
- Other Name is X-935
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Canon A800 vs Olympus FE-5020 Overview
Below is a extended comparison of the Canon A800 vs Olympus FE-5020, both Small Sensor Compact cameras by competitors Canon and Olympus. The sensor resolution of the A800 (10MP) and the FE-5020 (12MP) is pretty comparable and they possess the exact same sensor sizing (1/2.3").
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The A800 was released 18 months later than the FE-5020 which makes the cameras a generation apart from each other. Both of the cameras come with the identical body type (Compact).
Before delving through a in depth comparison, below is a quick introduction of how the A800 matches up vs the FE-5020 in regards to portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.
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Canon A800 vs Olympus FE-5020 Gallery
Here is a preview of the gallery images for Canon PowerShot A800 and Olympus FE-5020. The complete galleries are available at Canon A800 Gallery and Olympus FE-5020 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Canon A800 over the Olympus FE-5020
A800 | FE-5020 | |||
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Launched | January 2011 | ![]() | July 2009 | More recent by 18 months |
Reasons to pick Olympus FE-5020 over the Canon A800
FE-5020 | A800 | |||
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Screen dimension | 2.7" | ![]() | 2.5" | Bigger screen (+0.2") |
Screen resolution | 230k | ![]() | 115k | Clearer screen (+115k dot) |
Common features in the Canon A800 and Olympus FE-5020
A800 | FE-5020 | |||
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Manual focus | ![]() | Lack of manual focusing | ||
Screen type | Fixed | ![]() | Fixed | Fixed screen |
Selfie screen | ![]() | Lack of selfie screen | ||
Touch friendly screen | ![]() | Neither features Touch friendly screen |
Canon A800 vs Olympus FE-5020 Physical Comparison
For anybody who is planning to lug around your camera often, you need to factor in its weight and size. The Canon A800 enjoys physical measurements of 94mm x 61mm x 31mm (3.7" x 2.4" x 1.2") having a weight of 186 grams (0.41 lbs) and the Olympus FE-5020 has specifications of 93mm x 56mm x 25mm (3.7" x 2.2" x 1.0") with a weight of 137 grams (0.30 lbs).
Look at the Canon A800 vs Olympus FE-5020 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)
Always remember, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will vary dependant on the lens you select during that time. Following is the front view dimensions comparison of the A800 vs the FE-5020.
![Canon A800 vs Olympus FE-5020 size comparison Canon A800 vs Olympus FE-5020 size comparison](https://pxlmag.com/db/images/camera-compare/Canon-PowerShot-A800-vs-Olympus-FE-5020-size-comparison.jpg)
Taking into consideration size and weight, the portability rating of the A800 and FE-5020 is 93 and 95 respectively.
![Canon A800 vs Olympus FE-5020 top view buttons comparison Canon A800 vs Olympus FE-5020 top view buttons comparison](https://pxlmag.com/db/images/camera-compare/Canon-PowerShot-A800-vs-Olympus-FE-5020-top-view-buttons-comparison.jpg)
Canon A800 vs Olympus FE-5020 Sensor Comparison
Generally, it can be tough to envision the difference in sensor measurements purely by going through specs. The visual here might give you a more clear sense of the sensor sizing in the A800 and FE-5020.
All in all, both the cameras posses the exact same sensor measurements albeit not the same resolution. You should expect the Olympus FE-5020 to show more detail as a result of its extra 2 Megapixels. Higher resolution will also let you crop shots somewhat more aggressively. The more modern A800 will have a benefit when it comes to sensor tech.
![Canon A800 vs Olympus FE-5020 sensor size comparison Canon A800 vs Olympus FE-5020 sensor size comparison](https://pxlmag.com/db/images/sensor-compare/Canon-PowerShot-A800-vs-Olympus-FE-5020-sensor-size-comparison.png)
Canon A800 vs Olympus FE-5020 Screen and ViewFinder
![Canon A800 vs Olympus FE-5020 Screen and Viewfinder comparison Canon A800 vs Olympus FE-5020 Screen and Viewfinder comparison](https://pxlmag.com/db/images/camera-compare/Canon-PowerShot-A800-vs-Olympus-FE-5020-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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Canon A800 vs Olympus FE-5020 Specifications
Canon PowerShot A800 | Olympus FE-5020 | |
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General Information | ||
Manufacturer | Canon | Olympus |
Model type | Canon PowerShot A800 | Olympus FE-5020 |
Also Known as | - | X-935 |
Type | Small Sensor Compact | Small Sensor Compact |
Launched | 2011-01-05 | 2009-07-22 |
Body design | Compact | Compact |
Sensor Information | ||
Processor Chip | DIGIC 3 | TruePic III |
Sensor type | CCD | CCD |
Sensor size | 1/2.3" | 1/2.3" |
Sensor dimensions | 6.17 x 4.55mm | 6.17 x 4.55mm |
Sensor surface area | 28.1mm² | 28.1mm² |
Sensor resolution | 10 megapixels | 12 megapixels |
Anti alias filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 4:3 and 16:9 | 4:3 |
Maximum resolution | 3648 x 2736 | 3968 x 2976 |
Maximum native ISO | 1600 | 1600 |
Min native ISO | 80 | 64 |
RAW format | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Manual focusing | ||
Autofocus touch | ||
Autofocus continuous | ||
Autofocus single | ||
Tracking autofocus | ||
Selective autofocus | ||
Autofocus center weighted | ||
Multi area autofocus | ||
Autofocus live view | ||
Face detection autofocus | ||
Contract detection autofocus | ||
Phase detection autofocus | ||
Total focus points | 9 | - |
Lens | ||
Lens mount type | fixed lens | fixed lens |
Lens zoom range | 37-122mm (3.3x) | 24-120mm (5.0x) |
Maximum aperture | f/3.0-5.8 | f/3.3-5.8 |
Macro focusing range | 1cm | 1cm |
Focal length multiplier | 5.8 | 5.8 |
Screen | ||
Range of screen | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
Screen sizing | 2.5 inch | 2.7 inch |
Resolution of screen | 115 thousand dot | 230 thousand dot |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch capability | ||
Screen technology | TFT LCD | - |
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder | None | None |
Features | ||
Lowest shutter speed | 15 secs | 4 secs |
Highest shutter speed | 1/2000 secs | 1/500 secs |
Continuous shooting speed | 1.0fps | - |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Manually set exposure | ||
Change white balance | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Integrated flash | ||
Flash distance | 3.00 m | 4.10 m |
Flash modes | Auto, On, Off, Slow Sync | Auto, On, Off, Red-eye, Fill-in |
Hot shoe | ||
Auto exposure bracketing | ||
WB bracketing | ||
Exposure | ||
Multisegment metering | ||
Average metering | ||
Spot metering | ||
Partial metering | ||
AF area metering | ||
Center weighted metering | ||
Video features | ||
Supported video resolutions | 640 x 480 (30 fps), 320 x 240 (30 fps) | 640 x 480 (30, 15 fps), 320 x 240 (30, 15 fps) |
Maximum video resolution | 640x480 | 640x480 |
Video format | Motion JPEG | Motion JPEG |
Mic 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 | 186g (0.41 lb) | 137g (0.30 lb) |
Dimensions | 94 x 61 x 31mm (3.7" x 2.4" x 1.2") | 93 x 56 x 25mm (3.7" x 2.2" x 1.0") |
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 life | 300 images | - |
Style of battery | AA | - |
Battery ID | 2 x AA | LI-42B |
Self timer | Yes (2 or 10sec, custom) | Yes (12 seconds) |
Time lapse shooting | ||
Storage media | SD/SDHC/SDXC/MMC/MMCplus/HCMMCplus | xD-Picture Card, microSD |
Storage slots | Single | Single |
Pricing at launch | $90 | $160 |