Canon SX130 IS vs Olympus FE-47
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Canon SX130 IS vs Olympus FE-47 Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 12MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 3" Fixed Screen
- ISO 80 - 1600
- Optical Image Stabilization
- 1280 x 720 video
- 28-336mm (F3.4-5.6) lens
- 308g - 113 x 73 x 46mm
- Revealed August 2010
- Replacement is Canon SX150 IS
(Full Review)
- 14MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 2.7" Fixed Screen
- ISO 100 - 1600
- 640 x 480 video
- 36-180mm (F3.5-5.6) lens
- 204g - 98 x 61 x 27mm
- Announced January 2010

Canon SX130 IS vs Olympus FE-47 Overview
Lets take a deeper look at the Canon SX130 IS and Olympus FE-47, one is a Small Sensor Superzoom and the latter is a Small Sensor Compact by competitors Canon and Olympus. The image resolution of the SX130 IS (12MP) and the FE-47 (14MP) is relatively comparable and both cameras provide the same sensor sizes (1/2.3").

The SX130 IS was manufactured 8 months after the FE-47 which means that they are of a similar generation. Both cameras have the same body design (Compact).
Before diving right into a more detailed comparison, here is a quick synopsis of how the SX130 IS grades against the FE-47 with regard to portability, imaging, features and an overall score.

Canon SX130 IS vs Olympus FE-47 Gallery
Here is a preview of the gallery photos for Canon PowerShot SX130 IS and Olympus FE-47. The entire galleries are available at Canon SX130 IS Gallery and Olympus FE-47 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Canon SX130 IS over the Olympus FE-47
SX130 IS | FE-47 | |||
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Announced | August 2010 | ![]() | January 2010 | More modern by 8 months |
Manual focus | ![]() | More accurate focusing | ||
Screen dimensions | 3" | ![]() | 2.7" | Bigger screen (+0.3") |
Reasons to pick Olympus FE-47 over the Canon SX130 IS
FE-47 | SX130 IS |
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Common features in the Canon SX130 IS and Olympus FE-47
SX130 IS | FE-47 | |||
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Screen type | Fixed | ![]() | Fixed | Fixed screen |
Screen resolution | 230k | ![]() | 230k | Same screen resolution |
Selfie screen | ![]() | Lack of selfie screen | ||
Touch screen | ![]() | Neither offers Touch screen |
Canon SX130 IS vs Olympus FE-47 Physical Comparison
If you're looking to carry around your camera regularly, you will have to factor its weight and proportions. The Canon SX130 IS offers exterior dimensions of 113mm x 73mm x 46mm (4.4" x 2.9" x 1.8") having a weight of 308 grams (0.68 lbs) whilst the Olympus FE-47 has measurements of 98mm x 61mm x 27mm (3.9" x 2.4" x 1.1") having a weight of 204 grams (0.45 lbs).
Take a look at the Canon SX130 IS and Olympus FE-47 in the new Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.
Remember, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will change based on the lens you choose at that moment. Underneath is a front view dimension comparison of the SX130 IS vs the FE-47.

Taking into consideration size and weight, the portability rating of the SX130 IS and FE-47 is 85 and 93 respectively.

Canon SX130 IS vs Olympus FE-47 Sensor Comparison
Usually, it is very tough to visualize the difference in sensor sizes only by seeing specifications. The picture here will provide you a better sense of the sensor dimensions in the SX130 IS and FE-47.
To sum up, both of those cameras provide the same sensor dimensions albeit different MP. You should count on the Olympus FE-47 to show more detail due to its extra 2 Megapixels. Higher resolution will help you crop shots more aggressively. The fresher SX130 IS provides an edge with regard to sensor innovation.

Canon SX130 IS vs Olympus FE-47 Screen and ViewFinder


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Canon SX130 IS vs Olympus FE-47 Specifications
Canon PowerShot SX130 IS | Olympus FE-47 | |
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General Information | ||
Brand | Canon | Olympus |
Model | Canon PowerShot SX130 IS | Olympus FE-47 |
Category | Small Sensor Superzoom | Small Sensor Compact |
Revealed | 2010-08-19 | 2010-01-07 |
Physical type | Compact | Compact |
Sensor Information | ||
Chip | Digic 4 | TruePic III |
Sensor type | CCD | CCD |
Sensor size | 1/2.3" | 1/2.3" |
Sensor dimensions | 6.17 x 4.55mm | 6.08 x 4.56mm |
Sensor surface area | 28.1mm² | 27.7mm² |
Sensor resolution | 12 megapixel | 14 megapixel |
Anti aliasing filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 4:3 and 3:2 | 4:3 and 16:9 |
Highest Possible resolution | 4000 x 3000 | 4288 x 3216 |
Maximum native ISO | 1600 | 1600 |
Lowest native ISO | 80 | 100 |
RAW files | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Focus manually | ||
Autofocus touch | ||
Continuous autofocus | ||
Single autofocus | ||
Tracking autofocus | ||
Autofocus selectice | ||
Autofocus center weighted | ||
Autofocus multi area | ||
Live view autofocus | ||
Face detection focus | ||
Contract detection focus | ||
Phase detection focus | ||
Cross focus points | - | - |
Lens | ||
Lens mounting type | fixed lens | fixed lens |
Lens focal range | 28-336mm (12.0x) | 36-180mm (5.0x) |
Maximal aperture | f/3.4-5.6 | f/3.5-5.6 |
Macro focus distance | 1cm | 3cm |
Focal length multiplier | 5.8 | 5.9 |
Screen | ||
Type of screen | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
Screen diagonal | 3 inches | 2.7 inches |
Resolution of screen | 230k dots | 230k dots |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch capability | ||
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder | None | None |
Features | ||
Min shutter speed | 15s | 4s |
Max shutter speed | 1/2500s | 1/2000s |
Continuous shutter rate | 1.0 frames per sec | - |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Expose Manually | ||
Exposure compensation | Yes | - |
Custom white balance | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Integrated flash | ||
Flash range | 3.00 m | 3.80 m |
Flash settings | Auto, On, Off, Red-Eye, Slow Sync | Auto, On, Off, Red-eye, Fill-in |
Hot shoe | ||
Auto exposure bracketing | ||
WB bracketing | ||
Exposure | ||
Multisegment metering | ||
Average metering | ||
Spot metering | ||
Partial metering | ||
AF area metering | ||
Center weighted metering | ||
Video features | ||
Video resolutions | 1280 x 720 (30 fps), 640 x 480 (30 fps), 320 x 240 (30 fps), 160 x 120 (15 fps) | 640 x 480 (30 fps), 320 x 240 (30 fps) |
Maximum video resolution | 1280x720 | 640x480 |
Video data format | H.264 | Motion JPEG |
Mic port | ||
Headphone port | ||
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 proof | ||
Dust proof | ||
Shock proof | ||
Crush proof | ||
Freeze proof | ||
Weight | 308 gr (0.68 lb) | 204 gr (0.45 lb) |
Physical dimensions | 113 x 73 x 46mm (4.4" x 2.9" x 1.8") | 98 x 61 x 27mm (3.9" x 2.4" x 1.1") |
DXO scores | ||
DXO Overall score | not tested | not tested |
DXO Color Depth score | not tested | not tested |
DXO Dynamic range score | not tested | not tested |
DXO Low light score | not tested | not tested |
Other | ||
Battery model | 2 x AA | 2 x AA |
Self timer | Yes (2 or 10 sec, Custom) | Yes (2 or 12 seconds) |
Time lapse shooting | ||
Type of storage | SD/SDHC/SDXC/MMC/MMCplus/HC MMCplus | SD/SDHC, Internal |
Card slots | Single | Single |
Cost at release | $250 | $0 |