Olympus FE-5020 vs Panasonic ZS50

In this write-up, we are contrasting the Olympus FE-5020 vs Panasonic ZS50, former being a Small Sensor Compact while the other is a Small Sensor Superzoom by manufacturers Olympus and Panasonic. The image resolution of the FE-5020 (12MP) and the ZS50 (12MP) is very similar and they come with the same exact sensor measurements (1/2.3").

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The FE-5020 was manufactured 6 years earlier than the ZS50 and that is quite a serious difference as far as tech is concerned. Both the cameras offer the identical body type (Compact).

Before going in to a thorough comparison, below is a short view of how the FE-5020 grades against the ZS50 in relation to portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

The following is a sample of the gallery pics for Olympus FE-5020 & Panasonic Lumix DMC-ZS50. The entire galleries are viewable at Olympus FE-5020 Gallery & Panasonic ZS50 Gallery.

For anybody who is intending to carry your camera regularly, you will want to factor in its weight and proportions. The Olympus FE-5020 offers exterior measurements of 93mm x 56mm x 25mm (3.7" x 2.2" x 1.0") with a weight of 137 grams (0.30 lbs) whilst the Panasonic ZS50 has measurements of 111mm x 65mm x 34mm (4.4" x 2.6" x 1.3") having a weight of 243 grams (0.54 lbs).

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Bear in mind, the weight of an ILC will change based on the lens you are utilizing during that time. Underneath is the front view dimensions comparison of the FE-5020 and the ZS50.

Using size and weight, the portability grade of the FE-5020 and ZS50 is 95 and 90 respectively.

Generally, its hard to see the gap between sensor sizing simply by reviewing a spec sheet. The graphic here may provide you a much better sense of the sensor measurements in the FE-5020 and ZS50.

As you can see, the 2 cameras offer the same exact sensor sizing and the same exact MP and you can expect similar quality of pictures however you might want to consider the launch date of the products into consideration. The older FE-5020 is going to be behind with regard to sensor tech.