Olympus FE-5010 vs Sony S950

Below is a in depth comparison of the Olympus FE-5010 and Sony S950, both Small Sensor Compact digital cameras by rivals Olympus and Sony. The image resolution of the FE-5010 (12MP) and the S950 (10MP) is relatively well matched and both cameras provide the identical sensor size (1/2.3").

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The FE-5010 was unveiled at a similar time to the S950 so they are both of a similar generation. Each of the cameras feature the same body design (Compact).

Before getting straight to a in depth comparison, here is a simple introduction of how the FE-5010 scores vs the S950 in the way of portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.

This is a preview of the gallery photos for Olympus FE-5010 and Sony Cyber-shot DSC-S950. The full galleries are provided at Olympus FE-5010 Gallery and Sony S950 Gallery.

For those who are looking to lug around your camera regularly, you will need to think about its weight and size. The Olympus FE-5010 provides external measurements of 96mm x 57mm x 21mm (3.8" x 2.2" x 0.8") and a weight of 130 grams (0.29 lbs) whilst the Sony S950 has specifications of 93mm x 56mm x 24mm (3.7" x 2.2" x 0.9") having a weight of 167 grams (0.37 lbs).

Examine the Olympus FE-5010 and Sony S950 in the new Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Do not forget, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will differ depending on the lens you are working with at that moment. The following is a front view proportions comparison of the FE-5010 versus the S950.

Looking at dimensions and weight, the portability rating of the FE-5010 and S950 is 96 and 94 respectively.

More often than not, it is very tough to see the contrast between sensor measurements purely by reading through technical specs. The visual underneath should provide you a stronger sense of the sensor sizing in the FE-5010 and S950.

As you can tell, both of the cameras feature the identical sensor size albeit not the same resolution. You should count on the Olympus FE-5010 to resolve greater detail having an extra 2MP. Higher resolution will enable you to crop photographs way more aggressively.