Olympus FE-5010 vs Olympus SP-600 UZ

Here is a comprehensive review of the Olympus FE-5010 versus Olympus SP-600 UZ, former being a Small Sensor Compact while the latter is a Small Sensor Superzoom and they are both offered by Olympus. The resolution of the FE-5010 (12MP) and the SP-600 UZ (12MP) is relatively close and they enjoy the same exact sensor size (1/2.3").

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The FE-5010 was introduced 13 months before the SP-600 UZ which makes the cameras a generation apart from each other. Both of these cameras offer the identical body type (Compact).

Before delving straight into a full comparison, below is a concise summation of how the FE-5010 matches up vs the SP-600 UZ when it comes to portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

Here is a preview of the gallery photos for Olympus FE-5010 & Olympus SP-600 UZ. The whole galleries are provided at Olympus FE-5010 Gallery & Olympus SP-600 UZ Gallery.

When you are intending to carry your camera regularly, you should think about its weight and size. The Olympus FE-5010 features physical measurements of 96mm x 57mm x 21mm (3.8" x 2.2" x 0.8") having a weight of 130 grams (0.29 lbs) whilst the Olympus SP-600 UZ has specifications of 110mm x 90mm x 91mm (4.3" x 3.5" x 3.6") having a weight of 455 grams (1.00 lbs).

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Remember that, the weight of an ILC will change dependant on the lens you use at that moment. Underneath is the front view physical size comparison of the FE-5010 against the SP-600 UZ.

Looking at size and weight, the portability score of the FE-5010 and SP-600 UZ is 96 and 69 respectively.

In many cases, it's hard to picture the difference in sensor sizing simply by viewing technical specs. The photograph below will provide you a more clear sense of the sensor sizing in the FE-5010 and SP-600 UZ.

As you have seen, both of these cameras enjoy the same exact sensor sizing and the exact same resolution so you can expect comparable quality of files but you should take the age of the cameras into account. The older FE-5010 will be behind with regard to sensor technology.