Olympus 5010 vs Panasonic S2

Let's look a little more closely at the Olympus 5010 versus Panasonic S2, one is a Ultracompact and the other is a Small Sensor Compact by brands Olympus and Panasonic. The image resolution of the 5010 (14MP) and the S2 (14MP) is fairly well matched and both cameras boast the same sensor dimensions (1/2.3").

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The 5010 was brought out 24 months prior to the S2 making them a generation away from one another. Each of these cameras have different body design with the Olympus 5010 being a Ultracompact camera and the Panasonic S2 being a Compact camera.

Before diving straight to a step-by-step comparison, here is a simple overview of how the 5010 matches up against the S2 with respect to portability, imaging, features and an overall score.

Below is a sample of the gallery pictures for Olympus Stylus 5010 and Panasonic Lumix DMC-S2. The entire galleries are provided at Olympus 5010 Gallery and Panasonic S2 Gallery.

For anybody who is intending to carry around your camera regularly, you will have to take into account its weight and volume. The Olympus 5010 features exterior dimensions of 95mm x 56mm x 20mm (3.7" x 2.2" x 0.8") accompanied by a weight of 126 grams (0.28 lbs) while the Panasonic S2 has sizing of 98mm x 57mm x 21mm (3.9" x 2.2" x 0.8") accompanied by a weight of 112 grams (0.25 lbs).

Look at the Olympus 5010 versus Panasonic S2 in the all new Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Always remember, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will change based on the lens you are employing at that time. Below is a front view dimensions comparison of the 5010 and the S2.

Taking into consideration dimensions and weight, the portability score of the 5010 and S2 is 96 and 96 respectively.

Typically, it is very difficult to picture the contrast between sensor sizes only by looking at a spec sheet. The pic below might offer you a clearer sense of the sensor sizes in the 5010 and S2.

Clearly, each of these cameras have the same sensor dimensions and the identical megapixels therefore you should expect similar quality of files however you will need to factor the production date of the products into consideration. The more aged 5010 is going to be behind with regard to sensor innovation.