Olympus FE-5020 vs Sony WX1
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Olympus FE-5020 vs Sony WX1 Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 12MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 2.7" Fixed Screen
- ISO 64 - 1600
- 640 x 480 video
- 24-120mm (F3.3-5.8) lens
- 137g - 93 x 56 x 25mm
- Launched July 2009
- Additionally Known as X-935
(Full Review)
- 10MP - 1/2.4" Sensor
- 2.7" Fixed Display
- ISO 160 - 3200
- Optical Image Stabilization
- 1280 x 720 video
- 24-120mm (F2.4-5.9) lens
- 149g - 91 x 52 x 20mm
- Launched August 2009
Olympus FE-5020 vs Sony WX1 Overview
Let's look a little more in depth at the Olympus FE-5020 and Sony WX1, one being a Small Sensor Compact and the other is a Ultracompact by companies Olympus and Sony. The resolution of the FE-5020 (12MP) and the WX1 (10MP) is very close but the FE-5020 (1/2.3") and WX1 (1/2.4") enjoy different sensor size.
Apple Innovates by Creating Next-Level Optical Stabilization for iPhoneThe FE-5020 was released at a similar time to the WX1 which means that they are both of a similar generation. Each of the cameras come with different body type with the Olympus FE-5020 being a Compact camera and the Sony WX1 being a Ultracompact camera.
Before going in to a comprehensive comparison, below is a quick summary of how the FE-5020 matches up versus the WX1 when considering portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.
Olympus FE-5020 vs Sony WX1 Gallery
Below is a sample of the gallery pics for Olympus FE-5020 and Sony Cyber-shot DSC-WX1. The complete galleries are provided at Olympus FE-5020 Gallery and Sony WX1 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Olympus FE-5020 over the Sony WX1
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Reasons to pick Sony WX1 over the Olympus FE-5020
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Common features in the Olympus FE-5020 and Sony WX1
FE-5020 | WX1 | |||
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Launched | July 2009 | August 2009 | Same generation | |
Manually focus | Lack of manual focusing | |||
Display type | Fixed | Fixed | Fixed display | |
Display dimension | 2.7" | 2.7" | Identical display size | |
Display resolution | 230k | 230k | Same display resolution | |
Selfie screen | Neither includes selfie screen | |||
Touch display | Neither includes Touch display |
Olympus FE-5020 vs Sony WX1 Physical Comparison
In case you're looking to carry your camera often, you have to take into account its weight and dimensions. The Olympus FE-5020 features 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) whilst the Sony WX1 has dimensions of 91mm x 52mm x 20mm (3.6" x 2.0" x 0.8") with a weight of 149 grams (0.33 lbs).
Contrast the Olympus FE-5020 and Sony WX1 in the new Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.Always remember, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will differ depending on the lens you have attached at that moment. Underneath is the front view proportions comparison of the FE-5020 compared to the WX1.
Considering dimensions and weight, the portability score of the FE-5020 and WX1 is 95 and 96 respectively.
Olympus FE-5020 vs Sony WX1 Sensor Comparison
Quite often, it is tough to visualize the difference in sensor sizing only by looking through specifications. The visual below might offer you a clearer sense of the sensor sizes in the FE-5020 and WX1.
Plainly, the 2 cameras have got different resolutions and different sensor sizing. The FE-5020 featuring a larger sensor is going to make achieving shallower depth of field simpler and the Olympus FE-5020 will render greater detail as a result of its extra 2 Megapixels. Greater resolution can also allow you to crop images much more aggressively.
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Olympus FE-5020 vs Sony WX1 Specifications
Olympus FE-5020 | Sony Cyber-shot DSC-WX1 | |
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General Information | ||
Brand Name | Olympus | Sony |
Model type | Olympus FE-5020 | Sony Cyber-shot DSC-WX1 |
Also called as | X-935 | - |
Type | Small Sensor Compact | Ultracompact |
Launched | 2009-07-22 | 2009-08-06 |
Physical type | Compact | Ultracompact |
Sensor Information | ||
Processor | TruePic III | Bionz |
Sensor type | CCD | BSI-CMOS |
Sensor size | 1/2.3" | 1/2.4" |
Sensor measurements | 6.17 x 4.55mm | 6.104 x 4.578mm |
Sensor area | 28.1mm² | 27.9mm² |
Sensor resolution | 12 megapixels | 10 megapixels |
Anti alias filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 4:3 | 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 |
Peak resolution | 3968 x 2976 | 3648 x 2736 |
Highest native ISO | 1600 | 3200 |
Min native ISO | 64 | 160 |
RAW pictures | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Manual focusing | ||
Autofocus touch | ||
Autofocus continuous | ||
Single autofocus | ||
Tracking autofocus | ||
Selective autofocus | ||
Center weighted autofocus | ||
Multi area autofocus | ||
Autofocus live view | ||
Face detection autofocus | ||
Contract detection autofocus | ||
Phase detection autofocus | ||
Total focus points | - | 9 |
Lens | ||
Lens mount type | fixed lens | fixed lens |
Lens zoom range | 24-120mm (5.0x) | 24-120mm (5.0x) |
Maximal aperture | f/3.3-5.8 | f/2.4-5.9 |
Macro focusing range | 1cm | 5cm |
Focal length multiplier | 5.8 | 5.9 |
Screen | ||
Type of screen | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
Screen sizing | 2.7 inch | 2.7 inch |
Resolution of screen | 230 thousand dots | 230 thousand dots |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch functionality | ||
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder type | None | None |
Features | ||
Minimum shutter speed | 4 secs | 2 secs |
Fastest shutter speed | 1/500 secs | 1/1600 secs |
Continuous shutter rate | - | 10.0 frames/s |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Manual mode | ||
Set white balance | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Built-in flash | ||
Flash distance | 4.10 m | 5.00 m |
Flash settings | Auto, On, Off, Red-eye, Fill-in | Auto, On, Off, Red-eye, Slow sync |
Hot shoe | ||
Auto exposure bracketing | ||
WB 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) | 1280 x 720 (30 fps), 640 x 480 (30 fps) |
Highest video resolution | 640x480 | 1280x720 |
Video data format | Motion JPEG | - |
Microphone support | ||
Headphone support | ||
Connectivity | ||
Wireless | None | None |
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 | 137 grams (0.30 pounds) | 149 grams (0.33 pounds) |
Dimensions | 93 x 56 x 25mm (3.7" x 2.2" x 1.0") | 91 x 52 x 20mm (3.6" x 2.0" x 0.8") |
DXO scores | ||
DXO Overall rating | not tested | not tested |
DXO Color Depth rating | not tested | not tested |
DXO Dynamic range rating | not tested | not tested |
DXO Low light rating | not tested | not tested |
Other | ||
Battery ID | LI-42B | - |
Self timer | Yes (12 seconds) | Yes (2 or 10 sec) |
Time lapse feature | ||
Storage type | xD-Picture Card, microSD | Memory Stick Duo/Pro Duo, Internal |
Card slots | Single | Single |
Launch cost | $160 | $149 |