Reasons to choose FE-5020
Released in 2009, FE-5020 has about 28 mm² of sensor area, 12 MP effective resolution, and a 137 g body. Use these values to narrow the field, not as an overall image-quality score.


The FE-5020 and SP-610UZ have the same sensor area. Compare pixel density, sensor architecture, and release generation to understand likely image-quality differences.
These cameras were released 2 years apart. Consider sensor generation when comparing pixel metrics.
Amber marks the value that is generally preferable in this comparison context. It is not an overall camera score.
The FE-5020 and SP-610UZ have the same sensor area. The FE-5020 has the lighter body. The SP-610UZ has the higher effective resolution. The SP-610UZ is the newer release. Also consider the lens system and subjects you shoot.
Released in 2009, FE-5020 has about 28 mm² of sensor area, 12 MP effective resolution, and a 137 g body. Use these values to narrow the field, not as an overall image-quality score.
Released in 2011, SP-610UZ has about 28 mm² of sensor area, 14 MP effective resolution, and a 405 g body. Use these values to narrow the field, not as an overall image-quality score.