Olympus FE-5010 vs Olympus 6000

Here, we will be analyzing the Olympus FE-5010 vs Olympus 6000, both Small Sensor Compact digital cameras and they are both manufactured by Olympus. The image resolution of the FE-5010 (12MP) and the 6000 (10MP) is relatively similar and both cameras provide the identical sensor size (1/2.3").

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The FE-5010 was introduced 5 months before the 6000 so they are both of a similar generation. Both of the cameras feature the same body design (Compact).

Before going into a detailed comparison, here is a simple synopsis of how the FE-5010 scores vs the 6000 with regard to portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.

The following is a preview of the gallery photos for Olympus FE-5010 and Olympus Stylus Tough 6000. The whole galleries are viewable at Olympus FE-5010 Gallery and Olympus 6000 Gallery.

When you are planning to lug around your camera frequently, you will have to think about its weight and size. The Olympus FE-5010 enjoys external dimensions of 96mm x 57mm x 21mm (3.8" x 2.2" x 0.8") and a weight of 130 grams (0.29 lbs) and the Olympus 6000 has specifications of 95mm x 63mm x 22mm (3.7" x 2.5" x 0.9") accompanied by a weight of 179 grams (0.39 lbs).

Examine the Olympus FE-5010 vs Olympus 6000 in the latest Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Bear in mind, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will differ dependant on the lens you have chosen at that moment. Underneath is a front view sizing comparison of the FE-5010 compared to the 6000.

Using size and weight, the portability score of the FE-5010 and 6000 is 96 and 94 respectively.

Often, it can be tough to imagine the gap between sensor measurements just by going over a spec sheet. The visual here will offer you a more clear sense of the sensor sizes in the FE-5010 and 6000.

As you can see, both cameras come with the identical sensor size albeit different resolution. You should count on the Olympus FE-5010 to deliver more detail using its extra 2 Megapixels. Higher resolution will let you crop photographs a good deal more aggressively.