Canon SX160 IS vs Olympus FE-5010
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Canon SX160 IS vs Olympus FE-5010 Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 16MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 3" Fixed Display
- ISO 100 - 1600
- Optical Image Stabilization
- 1280 x 720 video
- 28-448mm (F3.5-5.9) lens
- 291g - 111 x 73 x 44mm
- Revealed June 2013
- Superseded the Canon SX150 IS
- Successor is Canon SX170 IS
(Full Review)
- 12MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 2.7" Fixed Screen
- ISO 64 - 1600
- Sensor-shift Image Stabilization
- 640 x 480 video
- 36-180mm (F3.5-5.6) lens
- 130g - 96 x 57 x 21mm
- Released January 2009

Canon SX160 IS vs Olympus FE-5010 Overview
Here is a extensive comparison of the Canon SX160 IS and Olympus FE-5010, one being a Small Sensor Superzoom and the latter is a Small Sensor Compact by manufacturers Canon and Olympus. There is a sizeable difference among the sensor resolutions of the SX160 IS (16MP) and FE-5010 (12MP) but both cameras offer the identical sensor sizing (1/2.3").

The SX160 IS was revealed 4 years later than the FE-5010 and that is a fairly large gap as far as camera tech is concerned. Both of these cameras feature the same body design (Compact).
Before we go into a step-by-step comparison, here is a brief introduction of how the SX160 IS scores versus the FE-5010 in regards to portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

Canon SX160 IS vs Olympus FE-5010 Gallery
This is a preview of the gallery photos for Canon PowerShot SX160 IS and Olympus FE-5010. The full galleries are available at Canon SX160 IS Gallery and Olympus FE-5010 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Canon SX160 IS over the Olympus FE-5010
SX160 IS | FE-5010 | |||
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Released | June 2013 | ![]() | January 2009 | Fresher by 55 months |
Focus manually | ![]() | Dial precise focus | ||
Screen size | 3" | ![]() | 2.7" | Bigger screen (+0.3") |
Reasons to pick Olympus FE-5010 over the Canon SX160 IS
FE-5010 | SX160 IS |
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Common features in the Canon SX160 IS and Olympus FE-5010
SX160 IS | FE-5010 | |||
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Screen type | Fixed | ![]() | Fixed | Fixed screen |
Screen resolution | 230k | ![]() | 230k | The same screen resolution |
Selfie screen | ![]() | Missing selfie screen | ||
Touch screen | ![]() | Missing Touch screen |
Canon SX160 IS vs Olympus FE-5010 Physical Comparison
For those who are going to carry your camera regularly, you will want to factor in its weight and measurements. The Canon SX160 IS enjoys outside dimensions of 111mm x 73mm x 44mm (4.4" x 2.9" x 1.7") having a weight of 291 grams (0.64 lbs) whilst the Olympus FE-5010 has proportions of 96mm x 57mm x 21mm (3.8" x 2.2" x 0.8") having a weight of 130 grams (0.29 lbs).
Analyze the Canon SX160 IS and Olympus FE-5010 in the all new Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.
Keep in mind, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will differ based on the lens you are using during that time. The following is a front view proportions comparison of the SX160 IS versus the FE-5010.

Looking at size and weight, the portability rating of the SX160 IS and FE-5010 is 86 and 96 respectively.

Canon SX160 IS vs Olympus FE-5010 Sensor Comparison
Usually, it is very difficult to visualize the contrast in sensor sizing just by going through specifications. The photograph underneath will help give you a more clear sense of the sensor dimensions in the SX160 IS and FE-5010.
Plainly, the two cameras feature the identical sensor size albeit different MP. You should count on the Canon SX160 IS to provide extra detail because of its extra 4MP. Higher resolution can also let you crop pictures way more aggressively. The more modern SX160 IS should have an edge when it comes to sensor tech.

Canon SX160 IS vs Olympus FE-5010 Screen and ViewFinder


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Canon SX160 IS vs Olympus FE-5010 Specifications
Canon PowerShot SX160 IS | Olympus FE-5010 | |
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General Information | ||
Brand Name | Canon | Olympus |
Model type | Canon PowerShot SX160 IS | Olympus FE-5010 |
Category | Small Sensor Superzoom | Small Sensor Compact |
Revealed | 2013-06-21 | 2009-01-07 |
Body design | Compact | Compact |
Sensor Information | ||
Processor Chip | Digic 4 | - |
Sensor type | CCD | CCD |
Sensor size | 1/2.3" | 1/2.3" |
Sensor measurements | 6.17 x 4.55mm | 6.08 x 4.56mm |
Sensor area | 28.1mm² | 27.7mm² |
Sensor resolution | 16 megapixels | 12 megapixels |
Anti alias filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 1:1, 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 | 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 |
Peak resolution | 4608 x 3456 | 3968 x 2976 |
Highest native ISO | 1600 | 1600 |
Min native ISO | 100 | 64 |
RAW pictures | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Focus manually | ||
Touch focus | ||
Autofocus continuous | ||
Autofocus single | ||
Tracking autofocus | ||
Autofocus selectice | ||
Autofocus center weighted | ||
Multi area autofocus | ||
Live view autofocus | ||
Face detect focus | ||
Contract detect focus | ||
Phase detect focus | ||
Cross type focus points | - | - |
Lens | ||
Lens mount type | fixed lens | fixed lens |
Lens zoom range | 28-448mm (16.0x) | 36-180mm (5.0x) |
Max aperture | f/3.5-5.9 | f/3.5-5.6 |
Macro focusing distance | 1cm | 3cm |
Crop factor | 5.8 | 5.9 |
Screen | ||
Display type | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
Display sizing | 3" | 2.7" |
Display resolution | 230k dot | 230k dot |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch screen | ||
Display tech | TFT Color LCD | - |
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder | None | None |
Features | ||
Minimum shutter speed | 15 secs | 4 secs |
Fastest shutter speed | 1/3200 secs | 1/2000 secs |
Continuous shutter speed | 1.0 frames per sec | - |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Expose Manually | ||
Exposure compensation | Yes | - |
Change white balance | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Built-in flash | ||
Flash distance | 3.00 m | 4.00 m |
Flash settings | Auto, On, Off, Red-Eye, Slow Sync | Auto, Fill-in, Red-Eye reduction, Off, On |
External flash | ||
Auto exposure bracketing | ||
White balance bracketing | ||
Fastest flash sync | 1/2000 secs | - |
Exposure | ||
Multisegment | ||
Average | ||
Spot | ||
Partial | ||
AF area | ||
Center weighted | ||
Video features | ||
Video resolutions | 1280 x 720 (30, 25 fps), 640 x 480 (30 fps) | 640 x 480 (30, 15 fps), 320 x 240 (30, 15 fps) |
Highest video resolution | 1280x720 | 640x480 |
Video format | H.264 | Motion JPEG |
Microphone input | ||
Headphone input | ||
Connectivity | ||
Wireless | Eye-Fi Connected | None |
Bluetooth | ||
NFC | ||
HDMI | ||
USB | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) |
GPS | None | None |
Physical | ||
Environment seal | ||
Water proofing | ||
Dust proofing | ||
Shock proofing | ||
Crush proofing | ||
Freeze proofing | ||
Weight | 291 gr (0.64 pounds) | 130 gr (0.29 pounds) |
Physical dimensions | 111 x 73 x 44mm (4.4" x 2.9" x 1.7") | 96 x 57 x 21mm (3.8" x 2.2" x 0.8") |
DXO scores | ||
DXO Overall 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 | 380 pictures | - |
Type of battery | AA | - |
Battery ID | 2 x AA | LI-42B |
Self timer | Yes (2 or 10 sec, Custom) | Yes (12 seconds) |
Time lapse shooting | ||
Type of storage | SD/SDHC/SDXC | xD-Picture Card (1GB, 2GB), microSD (MASD-1 is required) |
Storage slots | One | One |
Cost at release | $199 | $130 |