Canon SX270 HS vs Olympus FE-5020

Below, we are contrasting the Canon SX270 HS and Olympus FE-5020, former being a Small Sensor Superzoom while the other is a Small Sensor Compact by manufacturers Canon and Olympus. The image resolution of the SX270 HS (12MP) and the FE-5020 (12MP) is very similar and they possess the exact same sensor dimensions (1/2.3").

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The SX270 HS was introduced 3 years later than the FE-5020 and that is quite a serious difference as far as tech is concerned. Both of these cameras come with the identical body type (Compact).

Before going in to a in-depth comparison, below is a brief summary of how the SX270 HS grades versus the FE-5020 with respect to portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

Here is a sample of the gallery pics for Canon PowerShot SX270 HS & Olympus FE-5020. The whole galleries are available at Canon SX270 HS Gallery & Olympus FE-5020 Gallery.

If you are intending to carry your camera, you'll need to consider its weight and dimensions. The Canon SX270 HS comes with outside dimensions of 106mm x 63mm x 33mm (4.2" x 2.5" x 1.3") accompanied by a weight of 233 grams (0.51 lbs) while the Olympus FE-5020 has dimensions of 93mm x 56mm x 25mm (3.7" x 2.2" x 1.0") having a weight of 137 grams (0.30 lbs).

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Do not forget, the weight of an ILC will change dependant on the lens you are utilizing at that time. Following is the front view overall size comparison of the SX270 HS and the FE-5020.

Looking at size and weight, the portability rating of the SX270 HS and FE-5020 is 91 and 95 respectively.

Often, it's hard to envision the gap between sensor sizing just by reviewing specs. The photograph here will offer you a clearer sense of the sensor sizes in the SX270 HS and FE-5020.

As you can plainly see, both of these cameras posses the exact same sensor measurements and the exact same MP therefore you can expect similar quality of photos but you should always consider the age of the products into consideration. The more modern SX270 HS will have a benefit when it comes to sensor tech.