Canon SX710 HS vs Olympus FE-5020

On this page, we will be matching up the Canon SX710 HS versus Olympus FE-5020, former is a Small Sensor Superzoom while the latter is a Small Sensor Compact by competitors Canon and Olympus. There is a substantial difference among the image resolutions of the SX710 HS (20MP) and FE-5020 (12MP) but both cameras have the same sensor size (1/2.3").

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The SX710 HS was announced 5 years after the FE-5020 which is a fairly big difference as far as camera tech is concerned. Both cameras have the same body design (Compact).

Before delving right into a comprehensive comparison, here is a short introduction of how the SX710 HS scores against the FE-5020 in terms of portability, imaging, features and an overall score.

Here is a preview of the gallery images for Canon PowerShot SX710 HS & Olympus FE-5020. The whole galleries are available at Canon SX710 HS Gallery & Olympus FE-5020 Gallery.

In case you're planning to carry around your camera regularly, you are going to need to take into account its weight and proportions. The Canon SX710 HS comes with outer measurements of 113mm x 66mm x 35mm (4.4" x 2.6" x 1.4") accompanied by a weight of 269 grams (0.59 lbs) while the Olympus FE-5020 has measurements of 93mm x 56mm x 25mm (3.7" x 2.2" x 1.0") having a weight of 137 grams (0.30 lbs).

Take a look at the Canon SX710 HS versus Olympus FE-5020 in our brand new Camera & Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Remember that, the weight of an ILC will differ based on the lens you are utilising during that time. Underneath is a front view dimension comparison of the SX710 HS compared to the FE-5020.

Looking at size and weight, the portability grade of the SX710 HS and FE-5020 is 89 and 95 respectively.

Often, it's tough to picture the difference in sensor sizes just by checking out technical specs. The picture here may offer you a clearer sense of the sensor sizing in the SX710 HS and FE-5020.

As you can tell, the two cameras have the same sensor dimensions albeit different megapixels. You can expect the Canon SX710 HS to produce greater detail with its extra 8MP. Higher resolution will also allow you to crop shots a bit more aggressively. The newer SX710 HS provides a benefit with regard to sensor technology.