Olympus FE-5020 vs Sony H55

Here is a in depth analysis of the Olympus FE-5020 and Sony H55, both Small Sensor Compact cameras by competitors Olympus and Sony. The resolution of the FE-5020 (12MP) and the H55 (14MP) is fairly comparable and they feature the same exact sensor measurements (1/2.3").

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The FE-5020 was launched 10 months earlier than the H55 and they are both of a similar generation. Both cameras offer the identical body type (Compact).

Before we go through a complete comparison, below is a short synopsis of how the FE-5020 scores against the H55 in terms of portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

Here is a sample of the gallery pictures for Olympus FE-5020 and Sony Cyber-shot DSC-H55. The complete galleries are provided at Olympus FE-5020 Gallery and Sony H55 Gallery.

For anybody who is planning to carry your camera frequently, you will have to factor in its weight and dimensions. The Olympus FE-5020 has got outside measurements of 93mm x 56mm x 25mm (3.7" x 2.2" x 1.0") with a weight of 137 grams (0.30 lbs) while the Sony H55 has dimensions of 103mm x 58mm x 29mm (4.1" x 2.3" x 1.1") and a weight of 200 grams (0.44 lbs).

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Bear in mind, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will change depending on the lens you select at that time. The following is the front view physical size comparison of the FE-5020 and the H55.

Taking into account dimensions and weight, the portability score of the FE-5020 and H55 is 95 and 92 respectively.

More often than not, it is very tough to visualise the contrast in sensor sizing just by checking out a spec sheet. The graphic below will help provide you a far better sense of the sensor measurements in the FE-5020 and H55.

As you can see, both of those cameras enjoy the same exact sensor sizing but not the same MP. You should anticipate the Sony H55 to provide extra detail utilizing its extra 2MP. Greater resolution will also make it easier to crop photos far more aggressively. The older FE-5020 will be disadvantaged with regard to sensor tech.