Olympus FE-5010 vs Olympus SP-100

In this write-up, we are analyzing the Olympus FE-5010 versus Olympus SP-100, one being a Small Sensor Compact and the other is a Small Sensor Superzoom and both of them are produced by Olympus. There exists a huge gap between the resolutions of the FE-5010 (12MP) and SP-100 (16MP) but they feature the same exact sensor sizes (1/2.3").

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The FE-5010 was announced 6 years before the SP-100 and that is quite a significant gap as far as technology is concerned. Both of these cameras offer different body type with the Olympus FE-5010 being a Compact camera and the Olympus SP-100 being a SLR-like (bridge) camera.

Before getting in to a step-by-step comparison, below is a concise summation of how the FE-5010 grades versus the SP-100 for portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

This is a sample of the gallery pictures for Olympus FE-5010 and Olympus Stylus SP-100. The whole galleries are viewable at Olympus FE-5010 Gallery and Olympus SP-100 Gallery.

For anyone who is going to carry your camera, you have to factor its weight and volume. The Olympus FE-5010 comes with exterior dimensions of 96mm x 57mm x 21mm (3.8" x 2.2" x 0.8") having a weight of 130 grams (0.29 lbs) while the Olympus SP-100 has sizing of 122mm x 91mm x 133mm (4.8" x 3.6" x 5.2") having a weight of 594 grams (1.31 lbs).

Check the Olympus FE-5010 versus Olympus SP-100 in the new Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Take into consideration, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will change based on the lens you have chosen at the time. Below is the front view dimension comparison of the FE-5010 against the SP-100.

Looking at dimensions and weight, the portability grade of the FE-5010 and SP-100 is 96 and 63 respectively.

Sometimes, it is very hard to imagine the contrast between sensor sizing just by reviewing technical specs. The photograph below will help give you a better sense of the sensor sizes in the FE-5010 and SP-100.

As you have seen, both of those cameras enjoy the same exact sensor sizing but different MP. You should anticipate the Olympus SP-100 to offer greater detail with its extra 4MP. Greater resolution can also help you crop pics far more aggressively. The older FE-5010 is going to be behind when it comes to sensor tech.