Olympus FE-5020 vs Panasonic FZ2500

The following is a comprehensive analysis of the Olympus FE-5020 and Panasonic FZ2500, one is a Small Sensor Compact and the other is a Large Sensor Superzoom by brands Olympus and Panasonic. There is a huge difference among the resolutions of the FE-5020 (12MP) and FZ2500 (20MP) and the FE-5020 (1/2.3") and FZ2500 (1") have different sensor dimensions.

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The FE-5020 was unveiled 8 years prior to the FZ2500 which is a fairly significant gap as far as camera tech is concerned. The two cameras feature different body design with the Olympus FE-5020 being a Compact camera and the Panasonic FZ2500 being a SLR-like (bridge) camera.

Before delving into a comprehensive comparison, here is a brief overview of how the FE-5020 matches up vs the FZ2500 with respect to portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.

Here is a sample of the gallery pics for Olympus FE-5020 and Panasonic Lumix DMC-FZ2500. The full galleries are provided at Olympus FE-5020 Gallery and Panasonic FZ2500 Gallery.

If you're planning to travel with your camera, you should consider its weight and volume. The Olympus FE-5020 enjoys exterior measurements of 93mm x 56mm x 25mm (3.7" x 2.2" x 1.0") having a weight of 137 grams (0.30 lbs) and the Panasonic FZ2500 has sizing of 138mm x 102mm x 135mm (5.4" x 4.0" x 5.3") accompanied by a weight of 915 grams (2.02 lbs).

Take a look at the Olympus FE-5020 and Panasonic FZ2500 in the latest Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Don't forget, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will change dependant on the lens you are utilising during that time. Underneath is a front view dimension comparison of the FE-5020 versus the FZ2500.

Factoring in size and weight, the portability grade of the FE-5020 and FZ2500 is 95 and 53 respectively.

Generally, it can be tough to visualize the difference in sensor dimensions just by checking out specs. The image underneath might offer you a far better sense of the sensor sizing in the FE-5020 and FZ2500.

All in all, the 2 cameras come with different megapixel count and different sensor dimensions. The FE-5020 with its smaller sensor is going to make getting bokeh more difficult and the Panasonic FZ2500 will produce greater detail having an extra 8 Megapixels. Greater resolution will enable you to crop pics a good deal more aggressively. The more aged FE-5020 will be disadvantaged when it comes to sensor tech.