Nikon P330 vs Olympus FE-5020

Let's take a closer look at the Nikon P330 versus Olympus FE-5020, both Small Sensor Compact digital cameras by manufacturers Nikon and Olympus. The sensor resolution of the P330 (12MP) and the FE-5020 (12MP) is pretty similar but the P330 (1/1.7") and FE-5020 (1/2.3") provide different sensor sizes.

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The P330 was manufactured 3 years later than the FE-5020 and that is quite a serious gap as far as technology is concerned. Each of the cameras feature the same body design (Compact).

Before delving into a step-by-step comparison, here is a concise synopsis of how the P330 grades versus the FE-5020 in regards to portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

The following is a preview of the gallery images for Nikon Coolpix P330 and Olympus FE-5020. The entire galleries are available at Nikon P330 Gallery and Olympus FE-5020 Gallery.

For anyone who is going to carry your camera regularly, you need to take into account its weight and dimensions. The Nikon P330 enjoys outside measurements of 103mm x 58mm x 32mm (4.1" x 2.3" x 1.3") having a weight of 200 grams (0.44 lbs) whilst the Olympus FE-5020 has dimensions of 93mm x 56mm x 25mm (3.7" x 2.2" x 1.0") and a weight of 137 grams (0.30 lbs).

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Remember, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will differ based on the lens you are using at that time. Here is a front view sizing comparison of the P330 vs the FE-5020.

Factoring in dimensions and weight, the portability score of the P330 and FE-5020 is 92 and 95 respectively.

Typically, it can be difficult to visualize the gap between sensor sizing just by reading a spec sheet. The graphic below may offer you a more clear sense of the sensor measurements in the P330 and FE-5020.

Clearly, both of these cameras feature the identical megapixel count albeit different sensor sizing. The P330 offers the bigger sensor which will make obtaining shallow depth of field easier. The younger P330 should have an edge with regard to sensor innovation.