Fujifilm SL1000 vs Olympus FE-5010

In this article, we are analyzing the Fujifilm SL1000 versus Olympus FE-5010, one is a Small Sensor Superzoom and the other is a Small Sensor Compact by brands FujiFilm and Olympus. There is a significant difference among the sensor resolutions of the Fujifilm SL1000 (16MP) and FE-5010 (12MP) but they use the same exact sensor size (1/2.3").

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The Fujifilm SL1000 was announced 4 years after the FE-5010 which is a fairly sizable gap as far as camera tech is concerned. Both of the cameras offer different body type with the Fujifilm SL1000 being a SLR-like (bridge) camera and the Olympus FE-5010 being a Compact camera.

Before going straight into a comprehensive comparison, below is a short view of how the Fujifilm SL1000 matches up against the FE-5010 in terms of portability, imaging, features and an overall score.

Below is a sample of the gallery pictures for Fujifilm FinePix SL1000 and Olympus FE-5010. The whole galleries are viewable at Fujifilm SL1000 Gallery and Olympus FE-5010 Gallery.

In case you're aiming to carry around your camera often, you're going to have to factor in its weight and measurements. The Fujifilm SL1000 provides external measurements of 123mm x 89mm x 123mm (4.8" x 3.5" x 4.8") along with a weight of 659 grams (1.45 lbs) whilst the Olympus FE-5010 has proportions of 96mm x 57mm x 21mm (3.8" x 2.2" x 0.8") accompanied by a weight of 130 grams (0.29 lbs).

Look at the Fujifilm SL1000 versus Olympus FE-5010 in the new Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Do not forget, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will differ based on the lens you have attached during that time. Underneath is the front view overall size comparison of the Fujifilm SL1000 versus the FE-5010.

Factoring in size and weight, the portability rating of the Fujifilm SL1000 and FE-5010 is 61 and 96 respectively.

Generally, its hard to visualise the difference in sensor sizes only by viewing technical specs. The image underneath will give you a clearer sense of the sensor measurements in the Fujifilm SL1000 and FE-5010.

As you can tell, both of those cameras offer the same exact sensor sizing but not the same megapixels. You should anticipate the Fujifilm SL1000 to render extra detail with its extra 4 Megapixels. Greater resolution can also help you crop pics a little more aggressively. The fresher Fujifilm SL1000 is going to have a benefit with regard to sensor tech.