Olympus FE-5020 vs Panasonic FX75

Here is a detailed comparison of the Olympus FE-5020 versus Panasonic FX75, both Small Sensor Compact digital cameras by rivals Olympus and Panasonic. The image resolution of the FE-5020 (12MP) and the FX75 (14MP) is relatively well matched and both cameras provide the same sensor sizes (1/2.3").

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The FE-5020 was launched 10 months before the FX75 so they are both of a similar age. Both the cameras have the same body design (Compact).

Before diving into a in depth comparison, here is a concise highlight of how the FE-5020 matches up versus the FX75 when it comes to portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

Following is a preview of the gallery photos for Olympus FE-5020 & Panasonic Lumix DMC-FX75. The complete galleries are viewable at Olympus FE-5020 Gallery & Panasonic FX75 Gallery.

When you are looking to carry your camera frequently, you're going to have to take into account its weight and size. The Olympus FE-5020 offers outside dimensions of 93mm x 56mm x 25mm (3.7" x 2.2" x 1.0") accompanied by a weight of 137 grams (0.30 lbs) and the Panasonic FX75 has specifications of 103mm x 55mm x 23mm (4.1" x 2.2" x 0.9") accompanied by a weight of 165 grams (0.36 lbs).

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Remember, the weight of an ILC will differ based on the lens you are using at the time. Here is a front view measurements comparison of the FE-5020 vs the FX75.

Considering size and weight, the portability grade of the FE-5020 and FX75 is 95 and 94 respectively.

In many cases, it is very difficult to visualize the contrast between sensor sizing simply by reading through specifications. The visual underneath will help give you a much better sense of the sensor dimensions in the FE-5020 and FX75.

To sum up, each of the cameras provide the same sensor dimensions albeit different resolution. You can count on the Panasonic FX75 to resolve extra detail utilizing its extra 2 Megapixels. Higher resolution will let you crop pictures more aggressively. The older FE-5020 is going to be behind with regard to sensor tech.