Olympus FE-5020 vs Samsung SL102

Its time to look a bit more in depth at the Olympus FE-5020 versus Samsung SL102, both Small Sensor Compact cameras by companies Olympus and Samsung. The sensor resolution of the FE-5020 (12MP) and the SL102 (10MP) is pretty comparable and both cameras provide the identical sensor size (1/2.3").

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The FE-5020 was introduced 7 months later than the SL102 and they are both of a similar generation. The two cameras feature the same body design (Compact).

Before we go right into a comprehensive comparison, here is a quick summary of how the FE-5020 grades versus the SL102 with regard to portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.

Here is a preview of the gallery images for Olympus FE-5020 and Samsung SL102. The whole galleries are viewable at Olympus FE-5020 Gallery and Samsung SL102 Gallery.

For those who are looking to lug around your camera regularly, you should think about its weight and volume. The Olympus FE-5020 enjoys external dimensions of 93mm x 56mm x 25mm (3.7" x 2.2" x 1.0") along with a weight of 137 grams (0.30 lbs) and the Samsung SL102 has sizing of 90mm x 59mm x 22mm (3.5" x 2.3" x 0.9") along with a weight of 116 grams (0.26 lbs).

Examine the Olympus FE-5020 versus Samsung SL102 in the new Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Always remember, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will differ dependant on the lens you choose at that moment. The following is a front view proportions comparison of the FE-5020 versus the SL102.

Factoring in size and weight, the portability rating of the FE-5020 and SL102 is 95 and 96 respectively.

In many cases, it is very tough to envision the difference in sensor measurements only by going through technical specs. The photograph underneath may provide you a stronger sense of the sensor dimensions in the FE-5020 and SL102.

As you have seen, both of those cameras come with the identical sensor size albeit not the same MP. You should expect the Olympus FE-5020 to show greater detail using its extra 2 Megapixels. Higher resolution will make it easier to crop photographs a good deal more aggressively. The newer FE-5020 will have an edge when it comes to sensor innovation.