Nikon S5100 vs Olympus FE-4000

Lets look more closely at the Nikon S5100 versus Olympus FE-4000, both Small Sensor Compact digital cameras by competitors Nikon and Olympus. The image resolution of the S5100 (12MP) and the FE-4000 (12MP) is pretty well matched and both cameras boast the same sensor sizes (1/2.3").

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The S5100 was unveiled 14 months after the FE-4000 which makes them a generation away from each other. The two cameras have the same body design (Compact).

Before getting into a complete comparison, here is a short overview of how the S5100 matches up against the FE-4000 with regard to portability, imaging, features and an overall score.

Below is a preview of the gallery images for Nikon Coolpix S5100 & Olympus FE-4000. The full galleries are provided at Nikon S5100 Gallery & Olympus FE-4000 Gallery.

In case you're intending to carry around your camera regularly, you are going to need to factor its weight and proportions. The Nikon S5100 comes with external measurements of 97mm x 57mm x 22mm (3.8" x 2.2" x 0.9") with a weight of 132 grams (0.29 lbs) and the Olympus FE-4000 has measurements of 95mm x 57mm x 22mm (3.7" x 2.2" x 0.9") accompanied by a weight of 136 grams (0.30 lbs).

Compare the Nikon S5100 versus Olympus FE-4000 in our newest Camera plus Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Remember that, the weight of an ILC will vary based on the lens you are utilising at that moment. Underneath is a front view proportions comparison of the S5100 compared to the FE-4000.

Factoring in size and weight, the portability grade of the S5100 and FE-4000 is 95 and 95 respectively.

Oftentimes, it's difficult to imagine the difference between sensor sizes just by checking specifications. The picture underneath may offer you a more clear sense of the sensor sizing in the S5100 and FE-4000.

To sum up, both of those cameras have the same sensor dimensions and the exact same megapixels so you can expect similar quality of files although you have to take the age of the products into consideration. The fresher S5100 provides a benefit with regard to sensor technology.