Olympus FE-5020 vs Olympus 7030

Here, we will be comparing the Olympus FE-5020 vs Olympus 7030, both Small Sensor Compact digital cameras and both of them are sold by Olympus. The sensor resolution of the FE-5020 (12MP) and the 7030 (14MP) is relatively similar and both cameras boast the identical sensor sizes (1/2.3").

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The FE-5020 was manufactured 5 months earlier than the 7030 so they are of a similar age. Both of these cameras feature the same body design (Compact).

Before delving right into a detailed comparison, here is a brief summary of how the FE-5020 grades vs the 7030 for portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.

Here is a preview of the gallery photos for Olympus FE-5020 & Olympus Stylus 7030. The entire galleries are available at Olympus FE-5020 Gallery & Olympus 7030 Gallery.

When you are intending to travel with your camera frequently, you will have to factor in its weight and dimensions. The Olympus FE-5020 provides exterior measurements of 93mm x 56mm x 25mm (3.7" x 2.2" x 1.0") accompanied by a weight of 137 grams (0.30 lbs) while the Olympus 7030 has dimensions of 93mm x 56mm x 26mm (3.7" x 2.2" x 1.0") and a weight of 140 grams (0.31 lbs).

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Do not forget, the weight of an ILC will change based on the lens you have chosen at that moment. Here is a front view size comparison of the FE-5020 vs the 7030.

Factoring in dimensions and weight, the portability rating of the FE-5020 and 7030 is 95 and 95 respectively.

Typically, it is very hard to envision the difference between sensor dimensions purely by reviewing a spec sheet. The image below will give you a much better sense of the sensor sizing in the FE-5020 and 7030.

As you can see, the two cameras come with the identical sensor size albeit not the same MP. You can count on the Olympus 7030 to deliver greater detail due to its extra 2MP. Higher resolution can also make it easier to crop shots a good deal more aggressively.