Olympus FE-5010 vs Olympus E-P1

In this write-up, we are evaluating the Olympus FE-5010 vs Olympus E-P1, one being a Small Sensor Compact and the other is a Entry-Level Mirrorless and both of them are produced by Olympus. The image resolution of the FE-5010 (12MP) and the E-P1 (12MP) is very similar but the FE-5010 (1/2.3") and E-P1 (Four Thirds) come with different sensor sizes.

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The FE-5010 was unveiled 6 months before the E-P1 and they are both of a similar generation. The two cameras offer different body type with the Olympus FE-5010 being a Compact camera and the Olympus E-P1 being a Rangefinder-style mirrorless camera.

Before diving straight into a thorough comparison, below is a concise highlight of how the FE-5010 matches up versus the E-P1 when considering portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

This is a sample of the gallery pics for Olympus FE-5010 and Olympus PEN E-P1. The full galleries are available at Olympus FE-5010 Gallery and Olympus E-P1 Gallery.

For anyone who is planning to carry your camera often, you'll need to factor in its weight and measurements. The Olympus FE-5010 features outside dimensions of 96mm x 57mm x 21mm (3.8" x 2.2" x 0.8") and a weight of 130 grams (0.29 lbs) while the Olympus E-P1 has proportions of 121mm x 70mm x 36mm (4.8" x 2.8" x 1.4") having a weight of 355 grams (0.78 lbs).

Look at the Olympus FE-5010 vs Olympus E-P1 in the all new Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Bear in mind, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will differ dependant on the lens you have at the time. Underneath is the front view proportions comparison of the FE-5010 vs the E-P1.

Taking into account size and weight, the portability rating of the FE-5010 and E-P1 is 96 and 86 respectively.

Usually, it's hard to imagine the difference between sensor sizing merely by reviewing specifications. The graphic underneath might offer you a more clear sense of the sensor sizes in the FE-5010 and E-P1.

To sum up, the 2 cameras offer the same exact resolution but different sensor sizing. The FE-5010 uses the tinier sensor which will make achieving shallow depth of field harder.