Olympus FE-5020 vs Olympus SP-820UZ

On this page, we will be contrasting the Olympus FE-5020 versus Olympus SP-820UZ, one is a Small Sensor Compact and the latter is a Small Sensor Superzoom and both are manufactured by Olympus. The image resolution of the FE-5020 (12MP) and the SP-820UZ (14MP) is relatively well matched and both cameras offer the same sensor sizing (1/2.3").

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The FE-5020 was launched 4 years earlier than the SP-820UZ which is quite a serious gap as far as tech is concerned. Each of these cameras have the same body design (Compact).

Before delving right into a complete comparison, here is a brief synopsis of how the FE-5020 grades versus the SP-820UZ when it comes to portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.

Below is a preview of the gallery photos for Olympus FE-5020 and Olympus Stylus SP-820UZ. The complete galleries are viewable at Olympus FE-5020 Gallery and Olympus SP-820UZ Gallery.

If you're planning to travel with your camera often, you're going to have to take into account its weight and size. The Olympus FE-5020 features outer measurements of 93mm x 56mm x 25mm (3.7" x 2.2" x 1.0") and a weight of 137 grams (0.30 lbs) while the Olympus SP-820UZ has specifications of 117mm x 78mm x 93mm (4.6" x 3.1" x 3.7") along with a weight of 485 grams (1.07 lbs).

Check the Olympus FE-5020 versus Olympus SP-820UZ in the all new Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Bear in mind, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will differ depending on the lens you choose at the time. Following is a front view dimension comparison of the FE-5020 and the SP-820UZ.

Taking into account size and weight, the portability rating of the FE-5020 and SP-820UZ is 95 and 69 respectively.

Generally, it's difficult to picture the difference between sensor dimensions merely by checking specs. The picture underneath may provide you a stronger sense of the sensor sizing in the FE-5020 and SP-820UZ.

All in all, both of the cameras have the same sensor dimensions albeit different MP. You should count on the Olympus SP-820UZ to give greater detail utilizing its extra 2MP. Higher resolution will make it easier to crop photographs a bit more aggressively. The more aged FE-5020 is going to be behind when it comes to sensor innovation.