Olympus FE-5010 vs Panasonic LF1

In this article, we will be evaluating the Olympus FE-5010 versus Panasonic LF1, both Small Sensor Compact cameras by brands Olympus and Panasonic. The image resolution of the FE-5010 (12MP) and the LF1 (12MP) is pretty comparable but the FE-5010 (1/2.3") and LF1 (1/1.7") use totally different sensor dimensions.

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The FE-5010 was introduced 5 years earlier than the LF1 which is a fairly big difference as far as camera tech is concerned. Each of these cameras offer the identical body type (Compact).

Before diving through a comprehensive comparison, below is a simple introduction of how the FE-5010 scores vs the LF1 when considering portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.

Below is a preview of the gallery images for Olympus FE-5010 & Panasonic Lumix DMC-LF1. The whole galleries are provided at Olympus FE-5010 Gallery & Panasonic LF1 Gallery.

For anybody who is going to travel with your camera often, you will need to factor its weight and volume. The Olympus FE-5010 comes with outside measurements of 96mm x 57mm x 21mm (3.8" x 2.2" x 0.8") with a weight of 130 grams (0.29 lbs) and the Panasonic LF1 has sizing of 103mm x 62mm x 28mm (4.1" x 2.4" x 1.1") having a weight of 192 grams (0.42 lbs).

Look at the Olympus FE-5010 versus Panasonic LF1 in our brand new Camera plus Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Take into account, the weight of an ILC will differ dependant on the lens you are employing at that moment. Following is the front view physical size comparison of the FE-5010 against the LF1.

Looking at size and weight, the portability rating of the FE-5010 and LF1 is 96 and 92 respectively.

Often, it's difficult to see the contrast in sensor dimensions simply by checking out technical specs. The image here may provide you a greater sense of the sensor sizing in the FE-5010 and LF1.

As you can tell, both of those cameras offer the same exact resolution albeit not the same sensor dimensions. The FE-5010 contains the smaller sensor which is going to make obtaining shallower DOF more difficult. The more aged FE-5010 will be disadvantaged when it comes to sensor innovation.