Olympus FE-5020 vs Olympus VR-320

Here, we are looking at the Olympus FE-5020 and Olympus VR-320, one being a Small Sensor Compact and the other is a Small Sensor Superzoom and both of them are offered by Olympus. The resolution of the FE-5020 (12MP) and the VR-320 (14MP) is fairly comparable and both cameras boast the identical sensor size (1/2.3").

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The FE-5020 was introduced 24 months earlier than the VR-320 making them a generation apart from each other. Each of the cameras feature the same body design (Compact).

Before getting straight to a in depth comparison, here is a quick synopsis of how the FE-5020 scores against the VR-320 with regards to portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.

Below is a sample of the gallery pictures for Olympus FE-5020 and Olympus VR-320. The whole galleries are provided at Olympus FE-5020 Gallery and Olympus VR-320 Gallery.

When you are intending to lug around your camera frequently, you have to consider its weight and proportions. The Olympus FE-5020 comes with external dimensions 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 VR-320 has measurements of 101mm x 58mm x 29mm (4.0" x 2.3" x 1.1") and a weight of 158 grams (0.35 lbs).

Take a look at the Olympus FE-5020 and Olympus VR-320 in the latest Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Remember, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will differ dependant on the lens you are employing during that time. Following is a front view over all size comparison of the FE-5020 vs the VR-320.

Looking at size and weight, the portability score of the FE-5020 and VR-320 is 95 and 94 respectively.

Generally, it is very difficult to visualise the difference in sensor measurements only by seeing a spec sheet. The graphic here will provide you a clearer sense of the sensor sizes in the FE-5020 and VR-320.

Clearly, both of the cameras come with the identical sensor size but not the same resolution. You should anticipate the Olympus VR-320 to show more detail using its extra 2MP. Greater resolution will make it easier to crop photos a good deal more aggressively. The older FE-5020 will be behind when it comes to sensor innovation.