Olympus FE-5010 vs Samsung WB850F

In this write-up, we are evaluating the Olympus FE-5010 vs Samsung WB850F, one being a Small Sensor Compact and the other is a Small Sensor Superzoom by competitors Olympus and Samsung. There is a significant difference between the sensor resolutions of the FE-5010 (12MP) and WB850F (16MP) but they enjoy the same exact sensor size (1/2.3").

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The FE-5010 was introduced 4 years prior to the WB850F and that is quite a sizable gap as far as tech is concerned. Both of the cameras offer the identical body type (Compact).

Before delving in to a detailed comparison, below is a concise introduction of how the FE-5010 grades against the WB850F for portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.

Below is a sample of the gallery pictures for Olympus FE-5010 and Samsung WB850F. The whole galleries are available at Olympus FE-5010 Gallery and Samsung WB850F Gallery.

For anyone who is planning to lug around your camera frequently, you're going to have to factor in its weight and measurements. The Olympus FE-5010 has got external measurements 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 Samsung WB850F has proportions of 109mm x 62mm x 25mm (4.3" x 2.4" x 1.0") accompanied by a weight of 250 grams (0.55 lbs).

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Do not forget, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will differ dependant on the lens you choose at that moment. The following is the front view measurement comparison of the FE-5010 and the WB850F.

Taking into consideration size and weight, the portability score of the FE-5010 and WB850F is 96 and 91 respectively.

Oftentimes, it's difficult to envision the difference between sensor measurements only by reading through a spec sheet. The photograph below will help offer you a more clear sense of the sensor sizing in the FE-5010 and WB850F.

As you can see, both of the cameras enjoy the same exact sensor sizing but not the same resolution. You should anticipate the Samsung WB850F to give greater detail using its extra 4MP. Greater resolution can also let you crop photos far more aggressively. The older FE-5010 is going to be disadvantaged in sensor technology.