Fujifilm XP50 vs Olympus FE-5020

Below, we are comparing the Fujifilm XP50 and Olympus FE-5020, one being a Waterproof and the other is a Small Sensor Compact by manufacturers FujiFilm and Olympus. The resolution of the Fujifilm XP50 (14MP) and the FE-5020 (12MP) is fairly close and they enjoy the exact same sensor sizing (1/2.3").

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The Fujifilm XP50 was unveiled 2 years later than the FE-5020 and that is a fairly significant gap as far as camera tech is concerned. Both the cameras come with the identical body type (Compact).

Before delving straight into a comprehensive comparison, below is a brief summary of how the Fujifilm XP50 scores vs the FE-5020 with respect to portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

The following is a sample of the gallery pictures for Fujifilm FinePix XP50 and Olympus FE-5020. The full galleries are viewable at Fujifilm XP50 Gallery and Olympus FE-5020 Gallery.

For anyone who is aiming to carry your camera often, you have to think about its weight and proportions. The Fujifilm XP50 comes with external measurements of 99mm x 68mm x 26mm (3.9" x 2.7" x 1.0") accompanied by a weight of 175 grams (0.39 lbs) whilst the Olympus FE-5020 has measurements of 93mm x 56mm x 25mm (3.7" x 2.2" x 1.0") with a weight of 137 grams (0.30 lbs).

Examine the Fujifilm XP50 and Olympus FE-5020 in the latest Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Keep in mind, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will change depending on the lens you are working with at that time. Underneath is the front view overall size comparison of the Fujifilm XP50 against the FE-5020.

Using size and weight, the portability grade of the Fujifilm XP50 and FE-5020 is 93 and 95 respectively.

Usually, its difficult to envision the contrast in sensor sizing purely by looking through specs. The photograph underneath might give you a far better sense of the sensor sizing in the Fujifilm XP50 and FE-5020.

All in all, each of these cameras posses the exact same sensor measurements but not the same resolution. You should anticipate the Fujifilm XP50 to provide you with more detail having an extra 2 Megapixels. Greater resolution will help you crop images somewhat more aggressively. The more recent Fujifilm XP50 is going to have an advantage with regard to sensor technology.