Reasons to choose 5040
Released in 2005, 5040 has about 38 mm² of sensor area, 5.1 MP effective resolution, and a 110 g body. Use these values to narrow the field, not as an overall image-quality score.


The 5040 and ES510z have the same sensor area. Compare pixel density, sensor architecture, and release generation to understand likely image-quality differences.
Amber marks the value that is generally preferable in this comparison context. It is not an overall camera score.
The 5040 and ES510z have the same sensor area. The 5040 has the lighter body. The 5040 and ES510z have the same effective resolution. The 5040 and ES510z were both released in 2005. Also consider the lens system and subjects you shoot.
Released in 2005, 5040 has about 38 mm² of sensor area, 5.1 MP effective resolution, and a 110 g body. Use these values to narrow the field, not as an overall image-quality score.
Released in 2005, ES510z has about 38 mm² of sensor area, 5.1 MP effective resolution, and a 140 g body. Use these values to narrow the field, not as an overall image-quality score.