Olympus FE-5010 vs Panasonic FS25

Here, we will be matching up the Olympus FE-5010 vs Panasonic FS25, both Small Sensor Compact cameras by companies Olympus and Panasonic. The resolution of the FE-5010 (12MP) and the FS25 (12MP) is pretty close and both cameras offer the identical sensor size (1/2.3").

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The FE-5010 was released at a similar time to the FS25 which means that they are both of a similar generation. Both the cameras feature the same body design (Compact).

Before going straight to a comprehensive comparison, here is a quick synopsis of how the FE-5010 scores against the FS25 in the way of portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

The following is a preview of the gallery images for Olympus FE-5010 and Panasonic Lumix DMC-FS25. The complete galleries are available at Olympus FE-5010 Gallery and Panasonic FS25 Gallery.

For those who are intending to carry your camera often, you're going to have to factor in its weight and volume. The Olympus FE-5010 provides external dimensions of 96mm x 57mm x 21mm (3.8" x 2.2" x 0.8") along with a weight of 130 grams (0.29 lbs) whilst the Panasonic FS25 has sizing of 97mm x 58mm x 22mm (3.8" x 2.3" x 0.9") along with a weight of 148 grams (0.33 lbs).

Analyze the Olympus FE-5010 vs Panasonic FS25 in the new Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Remember that, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will differ dependant on the lens you select at that moment. Underneath is a front view dimensions comparison of the FE-5010 compared to the FS25.

Considering dimensions and weight, the portability rating of the FE-5010 and FS25 is 96 and 95 respectively.

Typically, its tough to envision the gap in sensor sizing just by looking through specifications. The photograph below may provide you a much better sense of the sensor sizes in the FE-5010 and FS25.

To sum up, both of these cameras come with the identical sensor size and the same megapixels therefore you should expect comparable quality of photographs though you should consider the production date of the cameras into account.