Casio EX-ZR800 vs Olympus FE-5020

Let's take a more detailed look at the Casio EX-ZR800 versus Olympus FE-5020, one being a Small Sensor Superzoom and the other is a Small Sensor Compact by brands Casio and Olympus. There is a significant difference among the resolutions of the EX-ZR800 (16MP) and FE-5020 (12MP) but both cameras have the identical sensor dimensions (1/2.3").

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The EX-ZR800 was brought out 4 years later than the FE-5020 and that is a fairly sizable gap as far as camera tech is concerned. Both of these cameras feature the same body design (Compact).

Before diving into a more detailed comparison, here is a short view of how the EX-ZR800 scores against the FE-5020 with respect to portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.

Here is a sample of the gallery pics for Casio Exilim EX-ZR800 and Olympus FE-5020. The entire galleries are available at Casio EX-ZR800 Gallery and Olympus FE-5020 Gallery.

If you're looking to lug around your camera frequently, you're going to have to consider its weight and volume. The Casio EX-ZR800 has got outside dimensions of 108mm x 60mm x 31mm (4.3" x 2.4" x 1.2") along with a weight of 222 grams (0.49 lbs) while the Olympus FE-5020 has sizing of 93mm x 56mm x 25mm (3.7" x 2.2" x 1.0") with a weight of 137 grams (0.30 lbs).

Compare the Casio EX-ZR800 versus Olympus FE-5020 in the latest Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Remember that, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will vary depending on the lens you use at that time. Below is a front view dimensions comparison of the EX-ZR800 and the FE-5020.

Taking into consideration size and weight, the portability rating of the EX-ZR800 and FE-5020 is 91 and 95 respectively.

Generally, it's difficult to imagine the gap in sensor measurements only by checking out a spec sheet. The photograph here will help offer you a greater sense of the sensor dimensions in the EX-ZR800 and FE-5020.

As you can see, the two cameras come with the identical sensor size but different MP. You should expect to see the Casio EX-ZR800 to show greater detail having its extra 4 Megapixels. Greater resolution will help you crop photos a good deal more aggressively. The younger EX-ZR800 should have a benefit with regard to sensor tech.