Olympus 5010 vs Samsung CL5

Its time to look more closely at the Olympus 5010 and Samsung CL5, both Ultracompact digital cameras by companies Olympus and Samsung. There is a significant difference between the image resolutions of the 5010 (14MP) and CL5 (9MP) and the 5010 (1/2.3") and CL5 (1/2.5") have different sensor sizes.

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The 5010 was unveiled 11 months later than the CL5 and they are both of a similar generation. The two cameras feature the same body design (Ultracompact).

Before delving straight to a in depth comparison, here is a concise view of how the 5010 scores against the CL5 when it comes to portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.

Below is a sample of the gallery pics for Olympus Stylus 5010 and Samsung CL5. The full galleries are available at Olympus 5010 Gallery and Samsung CL5 Gallery.

If you're looking to lug around your camera regularly, you need to factor its weight and dimensions. The Olympus 5010 has external dimensions of 95mm x 56mm x 20mm (3.7" x 2.2" x 0.8") having a weight of 126 grams (0.28 lbs) and the Samsung CL5 has dimensions of 93mm x 60mm x 19mm (3.7" x 2.4" x 0.7") with a weight of 141 grams (0.31 lbs).

Contrast the Olympus 5010 and Samsung CL5 in the all new Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Take into account, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will change based on the lens you have attached at the time. Underneath is a front view proportions comparison of the 5010 against the CL5.

Taking into account size and weight, the portability rating of the 5010 and CL5 is 96 and 95 respectively.

Generally, it can be tough to picture the contrast between sensor measurements only by reviewing technical specs. The graphic here may provide you a far better sense of the sensor dimensions in the 5010 and CL5.

As you have seen, both the cameras come with different megapixels and different sensor measurements. The 5010 having a larger sensor is going to make achieving shallow depth of field simpler and the Olympus 5010 will offer more detail having an extra 5MP. Greater resolution will also help you crop images a good deal more aggressively. The newer 5010 provides an edge with regard to sensor innovation.