Olympus FE-5020 vs Samsung PL200

In this write-up, we will be looking at the Olympus FE-5020 vs Samsung PL200, both Small Sensor Compact digital cameras by competitors Olympus and Samsung. The resolution of the FE-5020 (12MP) and the PL200 (14MP) is relatively similar and they use the same exact sensor dimensions (1/2.3").

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The FE-5020 was unveiled 12 months before the PL200 which means that they are of a similar generation. Each of these cameras offer the identical body type (Compact).

Before getting in to a thorough comparison, below is a concise overview of how the FE-5020 matches up vs the PL200 in regards to portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.

Following is a preview of the gallery photos for Olympus FE-5020 and Samsung PL200. The full galleries are available at Olympus FE-5020 Gallery and Samsung PL200 Gallery.

When you are intending to travel with your camera often, you'll need to consider its weight and dimensions. The Olympus FE-5020 has got external dimensions of 93mm x 56mm x 25mm (3.7" x 2.2" x 1.0") having a weight of 137 grams (0.30 lbs) whilst the Samsung PL200 has dimensions of 100mm x 60mm x 21mm (3.9" x 2.4" x 0.8") with a weight of 170 grams (0.37 lbs).

Take a look at the Olympus FE-5020 vs Samsung PL200 in the new Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Remember that, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will differ based on the lens you are using during that time. The following is the front view physical size comparison of the FE-5020 compared to the PL200.

Looking at dimensions and weight, the portability score of the FE-5020 and PL200 is 95 and 94 respectively.

More often than not, it is tough to imagine the gap between sensor dimensions purely by reviewing specifications. The image here will give you a far better sense of the sensor sizes in the FE-5020 and PL200.

To sum up, the 2 cameras offer the same exact sensor sizing albeit different resolution. You should count on the Samsung PL200 to offer extra detail having an extra 2 Megapixels. Higher resolution will help you crop photographs a little more aggressively. The more aged FE-5020 is going to be disadvantaged with regard to sensor technology.