Olympus FE-5010 vs Panasonic S2

The following is a extensive review of the Olympus FE-5010 vs Panasonic S2, both Small Sensor Compact digital cameras by brands Olympus and Panasonic. The resolution of the FE-5010 (12MP) and the S2 (14MP) is pretty similar and both cameras have the identical sensor sizes (1/2.3").

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The FE-5010 was announced 4 years earlier than the S2 which is quite a large difference as far as technology is concerned. Each of the cameras feature the same body design (Compact).

Before delving into a step-by-step comparison, here is a quick summation of how the FE-5010 matches up against the S2 in relation to portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.

This is a preview of the gallery images for Olympus FE-5010 & Panasonic Lumix DMC-S2. The whole galleries are viewable at Olympus FE-5010 Gallery & Panasonic S2 Gallery.

In case you're going to travel with your camera often, you need to think about its weight and volume. The Olympus FE-5010 features external dimensions of 96mm x 57mm x 21mm (3.8" x 2.2" x 0.8") accompanied by a weight of 130 grams (0.29 lbs) while the Panasonic S2 has sizing of 98mm x 57mm x 21mm (3.9" x 2.2" x 0.8") with a weight of 112 grams (0.25 lbs).

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Always remember, the weight of an ILC will differ dependant on the lens you are employing during that time. Following is a front view physical size comparison of the FE-5010 vs the S2.

Factoring in dimensions and weight, the portability rating of the FE-5010 and S2 is 96 and 96 respectively.

Quite often, it can be tough to visualize the difference between sensor dimensions purely by reviewing specs. The image underneath may provide you a greater sense of the sensor sizes in the FE-5010 and S2.

All in all, each of these cameras feature the identical sensor size albeit different resolution. You can expect the Panasonic S2 to offer you more detail with its extra 2MP. Higher resolution can also enable you to crop shots way more aggressively. The more aged FE-5010 is going to be behind when it comes to sensor innovation.