Canon S90 vs Olympus FE-5020

The following is a comprehensive analysis of the Canon S90 vs Olympus FE-5020, both Small Sensor Compact digital cameras by companies Canon and Olympus. The resolution of the S90 (10MP) and the FE-5020 (12MP) is pretty well matched but the S90 (1/1.7") and FE-5020 (1/2.3") posses different sensor sizing.

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The S90 was announced 9 months after the FE-5020 which means that they are of a similar generation. Both the cameras have the same body design (Compact).

Before we go right into a comprehensive comparison, here is a short summary of how the S90 grades vs the FE-5020 when considering portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.

Here is a preview of the gallery images for Canon PowerShot S90 and Olympus FE-5020. The whole galleries are available at Canon S90 Gallery and Olympus FE-5020 Gallery.

When you are planning to travel with your camera frequently, you should consider its weight and size. The Canon S90 features physical measurements of 100mm x 58mm x 31mm (3.9" x 2.3" x 1.2") having a weight of 195 grams (0.43 lbs) while 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).

Take a look at the Canon S90 vs Olympus FE-5020 in the new Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Always remember, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will differ dependant on the lens you select at that moment. The following is a front view measurement comparison of the S90 vs the FE-5020.

Taking into account dimensions and weight, the portability score of the S90 and FE-5020 is 92 and 95 respectively.

More often than not, its tough to imagine the contrast between sensor dimensions only by looking at specs. The image below should offer you a better sense of the sensor sizing in the S90 and FE-5020.

All in all, both of these cameras provide different megapixel count and different sensor dimensions. The S90 using its bigger sensor is going to make getting shallow DOF less difficult and the Olympus FE-5020 will give more detail with its extra 2MP. Higher resolution will allow you to crop pictures more aggressively. The newer S90 provides an advantage with regard to sensor tech.