Olympus FE-5020 vs Sony QX1

Here, we are evaluating the Olympus FE-5020 and Sony QX1, one is a Small Sensor Compact and the other is a Lens-style by brands Olympus and Sony. There is a huge difference among the image resolutions of the FE-5020 (12MP) and QX1 (20MP) and the FE-5020 (1/2.3") and QX1 (APS-C) offer different sensor dimensions.

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The FE-5020 was unveiled 6 years prior to the QX1 which is a fairly significant gap as far as camera tech is concerned. Each of the cameras feature different body design with the Olympus FE-5020 being a Compact camera and the Sony QX1 being a Lens-style camera.

Before we go right into a full comparison, here is a brief overview of how the FE-5020 grades versus the QX1 in regards to portability, imaging, features and an overall score.

Here is a sample of the gallery pics for Olympus FE-5020 and Sony Alpha QX1. The full galleries are viewable at Olympus FE-5020 Gallery and Sony QX1 Gallery.

For anybody who is intending to carry around your camera, you need to think about its weight and dimensions. The Olympus FE-5020 comes with external measurements 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 Sony QX1 has dimensions of 74mm x 70mm x 53mm (2.9" x 2.8" x 2.1") having a weight of 216 grams (0.48 lbs).

Compare the Olympus FE-5020 and Sony QX1 in the latest Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Keep in mind, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will vary depending on the lens you are employing during that time. Following is a front view overall size comparison of the FE-5020 compared to the QX1.

Taking into account size and weight, the portability grade of the FE-5020 and QX1 is 95 and 90 respectively.

Often, it is very difficult to picture the difference in sensor sizes merely by looking through specifications. The picture underneath should provide you a stronger sense of the sensor measurements in the FE-5020 and QX1.

To sum up, the two cameras come with different megapixel count and different sensor sizes. The FE-5020 having a smaller sensor is going to make achieving bokeh tougher and the Sony QX1 will provide you with extra detail having an extra 8 Megapixels. Greater resolution will also help you crop images a good deal more aggressively. The more aged FE-5020 will be disadvantaged in sensor tech.