Olympus FE-5020 vs Samsung EX2F
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Olympus FE-5020 vs Samsung EX2F Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 12MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 2.7" Fixed Display
- ISO 64 - 1600
- 640 x 480 video
- 24-120mm (F3.3-5.8) lens
- 137g - 93 x 56 x 25mm
- Launched July 2009
- Alternative Name is X-935
(Full Review)
- 12MP - 1/1.7" Sensor
- 3" Fully Articulated Display
- ISO 80 - 3200
- Optical Image Stabilization
- 1920 x 1080 video
- 24-80mm (F1.4-2.7) lens
- 294g - 112 x 62 x 29mm
- Introduced December 2012
Olympus FE-5020 vs Samsung EX2F Overview
Following is a comprehensive assessment of the Olympus FE-5020 vs Samsung EX2F, both Small Sensor Compact cameras by companies Olympus and Samsung. The image resolution of the FE-5020 (12MP) and the EX2F (12MP) is very close but the FE-5020 (1/2.3") and EX2F (1/1.7") enjoy different sensor sizes.
Apple Innovates by Creating Next-Level Optical Stabilization for iPhoneThe FE-5020 was introduced 4 years before the EX2F which is a fairly serious gap as far as camera technology is concerned. Both cameras offer the identical body type (Compact).
Before going through a comprehensive comparison, below is a brief summation of how the FE-5020 matches up vs the EX2F for portability, imaging, features and an overall score.
Olympus FE-5020 vs Samsung EX2F Gallery
This is a sample of the gallery pics for Olympus FE-5020 and Samsung EX2F. The whole galleries are provided at Olympus FE-5020 Gallery and Samsung EX2F Gallery.
Reasons to pick Olympus FE-5020 over the Samsung EX2F
FE-5020 | EX2F | |||
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Display resolution | 230k | 0k | Crisper display (+230k dot) |
Reasons to pick Samsung EX2F over the Olympus FE-5020
EX2F | FE-5020 | |||
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Introduced | December 2012 | July 2009 | More modern by 41 months | |
Manual focus | More precise focus | |||
Display type | Fully Articulated | Fixed | Fully Articulating display | |
Display sizing | 3" | 2.7" | Larger display (+0.3") | |
Selfie screen | Easy selfies |
Common features in the Olympus FE-5020 and Samsung EX2F
FE-5020 | EX2F | |||
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Touch friendly display | Lack of Touch friendly display |
Olympus FE-5020 vs Samsung EX2F Physical Comparison
When you are looking to carry around your camera often, you will want to consider its weight and size. The Olympus FE-5020 provides physical measurements of 93mm x 56mm x 25mm (3.7" x 2.2" x 1.0") with a weight of 137 grams (0.30 lbs) and the Samsung EX2F has specifications of 112mm x 62mm x 29mm (4.4" x 2.4" x 1.1") along with a weight of 294 grams (0.65 lbs).
Look at the Olympus FE-5020 vs Samsung EX2F in the new Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.Keep in mind, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will differ based on the lens you are utilising at the time. Following is the front view dimensions comparison of the FE-5020 and the EX2F.
Taking into consideration dimensions and weight, the portability grade of the FE-5020 and EX2F is 95 and 90 respectively.
Olympus FE-5020 vs Samsung EX2F Sensor Comparison
Normally, it can be tough to imagine the difference in sensor sizes purely by researching specs. The picture here may provide you a more clear sense of the sensor sizing in the FE-5020 and EX2F.
As you can plainly see, both cameras offer the same exact megapixel count but different sensor sizes. The FE-5020 contains the smaller sensor which will make obtaining shallow DOF harder. The more aged FE-5020 will be behind when it comes to sensor technology.
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Olympus FE-5020 vs Samsung EX2F Specifications
Olympus FE-5020 | Samsung EX2F | |
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General Information | ||
Brand Name | Olympus | Samsung |
Model type | Olympus FE-5020 | Samsung EX2F |
Alternate name | X-935 | - |
Class | Small Sensor Compact | Small Sensor Compact |
Launched | 2009-07-22 | 2012-12-18 |
Physical type | Compact | Compact |
Sensor Information | ||
Chip | TruePic III | - |
Sensor type | CCD | BSI-CMOS |
Sensor size | 1/2.3" | 1/1.7" |
Sensor measurements | 6.17 x 4.55mm | 7.44 x 5.58mm |
Sensor surface area | 28.1mm² | 41.5mm² |
Sensor resolution | 12MP | 12MP |
Anti alias filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 4:3 | - |
Highest resolution | 3968 x 2976 | 4000 x 3000 |
Highest native ISO | 1600 | 3200 |
Minimum native ISO | 64 | 80 |
RAW data | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Manual focusing | ||
Autofocus touch | ||
Continuous autofocus | ||
Autofocus single | ||
Tracking autofocus | ||
Selective autofocus | ||
Center weighted autofocus | ||
Autofocus multi area | ||
Autofocus live view | ||
Face detect focus | ||
Contract detect focus | ||
Phase detect focus | ||
Cross type focus points | - | - |
Lens | ||
Lens mount type | fixed lens | fixed lens |
Lens zoom range | 24-120mm (5.0x) | 24-80mm (3.3x) |
Maximum aperture | f/3.3-5.8 | f/1.4-2.7 |
Macro focusing distance | 1cm | - |
Focal length multiplier | 5.8 | 4.8 |
Screen | ||
Type of display | Fixed Type | Fully Articulated |
Display size | 2.7 inch | 3 inch |
Display resolution | 230 thousand dots | 0 thousand dots |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch capability | ||
Display tech | - | AMOLED |
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder | None | Electronic (optional) |
Features | ||
Slowest shutter speed | 4 secs | - |
Maximum shutter speed | 1/500 secs | - |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Manual mode | ||
Exposure compensation | - | Yes |
Set white balance | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Built-in flash | ||
Flash distance | 4.10 m | - |
Flash modes | Auto, On, Off, Red-eye, Fill-in | Auto, On, Off, Red-eye, Fill-in, Slow syncro, Manual |
External flash | ||
Auto exposure bracketing | ||
White balance bracketing | ||
Exposure | ||
Multisegment | ||
Average | ||
Spot | ||
Partial | ||
AF area | ||
Center weighted | ||
Video features | ||
Supported video resolutions | 640 x 480 (30, 15 fps), 320 x 240 (30, 15 fps) | 1920 x 1080 |
Highest video resolution | 640x480 | 1920x1080 |
Video data format | Motion JPEG | H.264 |
Microphone support | ||
Headphone support | ||
Connectivity | ||
Wireless | None | Built-In |
Bluetooth | ||
NFC | ||
HDMI | ||
USB | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) |
GPS | None | None |
Physical | ||
Environmental sealing | ||
Water proofing | ||
Dust proofing | ||
Shock proofing | ||
Crush proofing | ||
Freeze proofing | ||
Weight | 137g (0.30 lbs) | 294g (0.65 lbs) |
Dimensions | 93 x 56 x 25mm (3.7" x 2.2" x 1.0") | 112 x 62 x 29mm (4.4" x 2.4" x 1.1") |
DXO scores | ||
DXO All around rating | not tested | 48 |
DXO Color Depth rating | not tested | 20.0 |
DXO Dynamic range rating | not tested | 11.5 |
DXO Low light rating | not tested | 209 |
Other | ||
Battery ID | LI-42B | SLB-10A |
Self timer | Yes (12 seconds) | Yes |
Time lapse feature | ||
Storage type | xD-Picture Card, microSD | SD/SDHC/SDXC |
Card slots | Single | Single |
Price at launch | $160 | $478 |