Olympus FE-5020 vs Panasonic TS6

In this write-up, we are matching up the Olympus FE-5020 vs Panasonic TS6, one being a Small Sensor Compact and the other is a Waterproof by brands Olympus and Panasonic. There exists a sizeable gap between the image resolutions of the FE-5020 (12MP) and TS6 (16MP) but they enjoy the same exact sensor sizing (1/2.3").

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The FE-5020 was unveiled 6 years prior to the TS6 and that is quite a large gap as far as technology is concerned. Both cameras offer the identical body type (Compact).

Before we go through a in depth comparison, below is a brief highlight of how the FE-5020 grades vs the TS6 when considering portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.

Following is a sample of the gallery pics for Olympus FE-5020 and Panasonic Lumix DMC-TS6. The full galleries are provided at Olympus FE-5020 Gallery and Panasonic TS6 Gallery.

For anybody who is intending to lug around your camera, you should factor its weight and measurements. The Olympus FE-5020 enjoys external measurements of 93mm x 56mm x 25mm (3.7" x 2.2" x 1.0") accompanied by a weight of 137 grams (0.30 lbs) whilst the Panasonic TS6 has proportions of 110mm x 67mm x 29mm (4.3" x 2.6" x 1.1") along with a weight of 214 grams (0.47 lbs).

Contrast the Olympus FE-5020 vs Panasonic TS6 in the new Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Keep in mind, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will vary depending on the lens you are utilising at that moment. Underneath is the front view overall size comparison of the FE-5020 vs the TS6.

Taking into account dimensions and weight, the portability score of the FE-5020 and TS6 is 95 and 91 respectively.

More often than not, it can be hard to visualise the gap between sensor measurements simply by reading a spec sheet. The visual here might give you a much better sense of the sensor measurements in the FE-5020 and TS6.

Clearly, both the cameras offer the same exact sensor sizing but not the same MP. You should expect to see the Panasonic TS6 to deliver extra detail having an extra 4 Megapixels. Greater resolution can also help you crop photos a little more aggressively. The older FE-5020 is going to be behind with regard to sensor tech.