Olympus FE-5020 vs Panasonic FS42

Below is a in depth analysis of the Olympus FE-5020 versus Panasonic FS42, former being a Small Sensor Compact while the latter is a Ultracompact by manufacturers Olympus and Panasonic. The resolution of the FE-5020 (12MP) and the FS42 (10MP) is pretty well matched but the FE-5020 (1/2.3") and FS42 (1/2.5") feature totally different sensor measurements.

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The FE-5020 was released 4 months later than the FS42 so they are both of a similar age. The two cameras offer different body type with the Olympus FE-5020 being a Compact camera and the Panasonic FS42 being a Ultracompact camera.

Before going through a in-depth comparison, below is a quick overview of how the FE-5020 scores vs the FS42 in relation to portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.

The following is a preview of the gallery images for Olympus FE-5020 & Panasonic Lumix DMC-FS42. The complete galleries are available at Olympus FE-5020 Gallery & Panasonic FS42 Gallery.

For anyone who is aiming to lug around your camera regularly, you need to consider its weight and measurements. The Olympus FE-5020 has got physical measurements of 93mm x 56mm x 25mm (3.7" x 2.2" x 1.0") along with a weight of 137 grams (0.30 lbs) whilst the Panasonic FS42 has proportions of 98mm x 55mm x 22mm (3.9" x 2.2" x 0.9") with a weight of 132 grams (0.29 lbs).

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Do not forget, the weight of an ILC will differ dependant on the lens you are utilizing during that time. The following is the front view measurement comparison of the FE-5020 versus the FS42.

Considering dimensions and weight, the portability rating of the FE-5020 and FS42 is 95 and 95 respectively.

Typically, it is difficult to envision the gap between sensor measurements just by looking at specifications. The photograph underneath might give you a more clear sense of the sensor measurements in the FE-5020 and FS42.

To sum up, both the cameras enjoy different resolutions and different sensor measurements. The FE-5020 featuring a bigger sensor will make achieving shallower depth of field less difficult and the Olympus FE-5020 will resolve greater detail as a result of its extra 2MP. Higher resolution can also let you crop shots far more aggressively.