Canon SX510 HS vs Olympus FE-5020

In this article, we will be matching up the Canon SX510 HS versus Olympus FE-5020, one is a Small Sensor Superzoom and the latter is a Small Sensor Compact by brands Canon and Olympus. The image resolution of the SX510 HS (12MP) and the FE-5020 (12MP) is relatively comparable and they use the same exact sensor sizing (1/2.3").

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The SX510 HS was announced 4 years after the FE-5020 which is a fairly serious gap as far as camera tech is concerned. Both cameras offer the identical body type (Compact).

Before delving straight into a thorough comparison, below is a simple overview of how the SX510 HS grades vs the FE-5020 in regards to portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.

Following is a preview of the gallery photos for Canon PowerShot SX510 HS and Olympus FE-5020. The whole galleries are available at Canon SX510 HS Gallery and Olympus FE-5020 Gallery.

For anybody who is planning to travel with your camera frequently, you should think about its weight and size. The Canon SX510 HS enjoys outside measurements of 104mm x 70mm x 80mm (4.1" x 2.8" x 3.1") accompanied by a weight of 349 grams (0.77 lbs) whilst the Olympus FE-5020 has specifications of 93mm x 56mm x 25mm (3.7" x 2.2" x 1.0") having a weight of 137 grams (0.30 lbs).

Contrast the Canon SX510 HS versus Olympus FE-5020 in the new Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Take into consideration, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will differ based on the lens you use at that time. The following is the front view dimension comparison of the SX510 HS compared to the FE-5020.

Factoring in size and weight, the portability rating of the SX510 HS and FE-5020 is 80 and 95 respectively.

Often, it can be hard to imagine the contrast in sensor dimensions just by checking out specifications. The picture here may provide you a stronger sense of the sensor measurements in the SX510 HS and FE-5020.

Plainly, both of these cameras offer the same exact sensor sizing and the same exact MP so you should expect comparable quality of images but you should always take the release date of the cameras into account. The newer SX510 HS should have an advantage when it comes to sensor innovation.