Fujifilm X20 vs Olympus FE-45

Following is a thorough analysis of the Fujifilm X20 vs Olympus FE-45, both Small Sensor Compact cameras by manufacturers FujiFilm and Olympus. The image resolution of the Fujifilm X20 (12MP) and the FE-45 (10MP) is fairly close but the Fujifilm X20 (2/3") and FE-45 (1/2.3") feature totally different sensor sizes.

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The Fujifilm X20 was released 4 years after the FE-45 which is a fairly large difference as far as camera technology is concerned. Each of the cameras come with the identical body type (Compact).

Before we go straight into a step-by-step comparison, below is a brief overview of how the Fujifilm X20 scores versus the FE-45 in regards to portability, imaging, features and an overall score.

Following is a sample of the gallery pictures for Fujifilm X20 & Olympus FE-45. The complete galleries are available at Fujifilm X20 Gallery & Olympus FE-45 Gallery.

When you are intending to carry around your camera, you have to consider its weight and measurements. The Fujifilm X20 enjoys outside measurements of 117mm x 70mm x 57mm (4.6" x 2.8" x 2.2") accompanied by a weight of 353 grams (0.78 lbs) and the Olympus FE-45 has proportions of 94mm x 62mm x 23mm (3.7" x 2.4" x 0.9") with a weight of 142 grams (0.31 lbs).

Contrast the Fujifilm X20 vs Olympus FE-45 in our completely new Camera & Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Remember that, the weight of an ILC will differ dependant on the lens you are employing during that time. Underneath is the front view physical size comparison of the Fujifilm X20 against the FE-45.

Factoring in dimensions and weight, the portability rating of the Fujifilm X20 and FE-45 is 83 and 95 respectively.

Normally, it's tough to visualise the gap in sensor sizes merely by viewing specs. The pic below will help provide you a clearer sense of the sensor sizing in the Fujifilm X20 and FE-45.

As you can plainly see, both of these cameras have got different megapixels and different sensor sizes. The Fujifilm X20 featuring a larger sensor will make shooting shallower DOF easier and the Fujifilm X20 will result in extra detail as a result of its extra 2 Megapixels. Greater resolution will also enable you to crop images much more aggressively. The younger Fujifilm X20 is going to have an advantage when it comes to sensor tech.