Olympus FE-25 vs Sony NEX-5R

Here is a extended analysis of the Olympus FE-25 versus Sony NEX-5R, former being a Ultracompact while the latter is a Entry-Level Mirrorless by competitors Olympus and Sony. There exists a substantial gap among the sensor resolutions of the FE-25 (10MP) and NEX-5R (16MP) and the FE-25 (1/2.3") and NEX-5R (APS-C) possess totally different sensor measurements.

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The FE-25 was announced 4 years prior to the NEX-5R and that is a fairly big difference as far as camera technology is concerned. Each of these cameras offer different body type with the Olympus FE-25 being a Ultracompact camera and the Sony NEX-5R being a Rangefinder-style mirrorless camera.

Before delving through a thorough comparison, below is a concise summation of how the FE-25 grades versus the NEX-5R with regard to portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

Following is a preview of the gallery photos for Olympus FE-25 & Sony Alpha NEX-5R. The whole galleries are viewable at Olympus FE-25 Gallery & Sony NEX-5R Gallery.

When you are looking to carry your camera, you will have to factor in its weight and size. The Olympus FE-25 has got exterior dimensions of 93mm x 62mm x 24mm (3.7" x 2.4" x 0.9") accompanied by a weight of n/a grams (0.00 lbs) whilst the Sony NEX-5R has specifications of 111mm x 59mm x 39mm (4.4" x 2.3" x 1.5") along with a weight of 276 grams (0.61 lbs).

Take a look at the Olympus FE-25 versus Sony NEX-5R in our newest Camera plus Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Don't forget, the weight of an ILC will vary depending on the lens you are using at that moment. Following is the front view over all size comparison of the FE-25 versus the NEX-5R.

Considering dimensions and weight, the portability rating of the FE-25 and NEX-5R is 98 and 89 respectively.

Sometimes, its difficult to envision the contrast in sensor sizing just by checking out specifications. The photograph underneath should give you a clearer sense of the sensor dimensions in the FE-25 and NEX-5R.

To sum up, both of those cameras enjoy different resolutions and different sensor sizing. The FE-25 using its smaller sensor will make getting bokeh harder and the Sony NEX-5R will show greater detail with its extra 6 Megapixels. Higher resolution will also let you crop pictures far more aggressively. The older FE-25 will be behind when it comes to sensor technology.