Olympus E-5 vs Olympus 7010

Here is a detailed analysis of the Olympus E-5 vs Olympus 7010, former being a Advanced DSLR while the other is a Small Sensor Compact and both are sold by Olympus. The resolution of the E-5 (12MP) and the 7010 (12MP) is very well matched but the E-5 (Four Thirds) and 7010 (1/2.3") come with different sensor dimensions.

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The E-5 was launched 19 months later than the 7010 making the cameras a generation apart from each other. Both of the cameras offer different body type with the Olympus E-5 being a Mid-size SLR camera and the Olympus 7010 being a Compact camera.

Before delving in to a comprehensive comparison, below is a quick summary of how the E-5 grades versus the 7010 with regards to portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

Below is a sample of the gallery pics for Olympus E-5 & Olympus Stylus 7010. The complete galleries are available at Olympus E-5 Gallery & Olympus 7010 Gallery.

In case you're going to carry your camera regularly, you're going to have to factor in its weight and proportions. The Olympus E-5 comes with external measurements of 143mm x 117mm x 75mm (5.6" x 4.6" x 3.0") along with a weight of 800 grams (1.76 lbs) and the Olympus 7010 has measurements of 98mm x 56mm x 26mm (3.9" x 2.2" x 1.0") accompanied by a weight of 145 grams (0.32 lbs).

Contrast the Olympus E-5 vs Olympus 7010 in our newest Camera & Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Remember that, the weight of an ILC will change dependant on the lens you are using during that time. Following is the front view measurement comparison of the E-5 versus the 7010.

Factoring in size and weight, the portability score of the E-5 and 7010 is 58 and 94 respectively.

Oftentimes, it is hard to picture the difference between sensor sizing only by checking specifications. The graphic underneath should offer you a far better sense of the sensor sizing in the E-5 and 7010.

To sum up, the 2 cameras enjoy the same exact MP but different sensor sizing. The E-5 comes with the larger sensor which is going to make getting shallow depth of field easier. The newer E-5 provides an advantage when it comes to sensor innovation.