Olympus FE-4000 vs Sony H50

Here is a comprehensive comparison of the Olympus FE-4000 vs Sony H50, one being a Small Sensor Compact and the other is a Small Sensor Superzoom by competitors Olympus and Sony. There is a significant difference between the image resolutions of the FE-4000 (12MP) and H50 (9MP) but they possess the same exact sensor sizes (1/2.3").

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The FE-4000 was launched 7 months later than the H50 so they are both of a similar generation. Both the cameras offer the identical body type (Compact).

Before diving through a complete comparison, below is a brief highlight of how the FE-4000 matches up versus the H50 in regards to portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

The following is a sample of the gallery pictures for Olympus FE-4000 and Sony Cyber-shot DSC-H50. The complete galleries are viewable at Olympus FE-4000 Gallery and Sony H50 Gallery.

If you're going to carry your camera, you'll have to consider its weight and measurements. The Olympus FE-4000 has got external measurements of 95mm x 57mm x 22mm (3.7" x 2.2" x 0.9") with a weight of 136 grams (0.30 lbs) whilst the Sony H50 has proportions of 116mm x 81mm x 86mm (4.6" x 3.2" x 3.4") having a weight of 547 grams (1.21 lbs).

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Always remember, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will vary depending on the lens you are using during that time. Following is the front view dimension comparison of the FE-4000 vs the H50.

Factoring in size and weight, the portability rating of the FE-4000 and H50 is 95 and 69 respectively.

Usually, it is tough to imagine the gap between sensor sizing merely by reading technical specs. The photograph here might provide you a far better sense of the sensor measurements in the FE-4000 and H50.

As you have seen, both of these cameras enjoy the same exact sensor sizing but different MP. You should anticipate the Olympus FE-4000 to offer more detail utilizing its extra 3 Megapixels. Greater resolution can also allow you to crop pics far more aggressively. The more modern FE-4000 provides an edge with regard to sensor innovation.