Canon SX160 IS vs Olympus FE-47
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Canon SX160 IS vs Olympus FE-47 Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 16MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 3" Fixed Screen
- ISO 100 - 1600
- Optical Image Stabilization
- 1280 x 720 video
- 28-448mm (F3.5-5.9) lens
- 291g - 111 x 73 x 44mm
- Launched June 2013
- Previous Model is Canon SX150 IS
- Updated by Canon SX170 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 SX160 IS vs Olympus FE-47 Overview
On this page, we will be contrasting the Canon SX160 IS versus Olympus FE-47, one is a Small Sensor Superzoom and the latter is a Small Sensor Compact by brands Canon and Olympus. The image resolution of the SX160 IS (16MP) and the FE-47 (14MP) is pretty similar and both cameras have the same sensor measurements (1/2.3").

The SX160 IS was manufactured 3 years after the FE-47 which is quite a large gap as far as tech is concerned. Both the cameras have the same body design (Compact).
Before delving straight to a in depth comparison, here is a quick summary of how the SX160 IS scores against the FE-47 in the way of portability, imaging, features and an overall score.

Canon SX160 IS vs Olympus FE-47 Gallery
The following is a preview of the gallery images for Canon PowerShot SX160 IS and Olympus FE-47. The entire galleries are provided at Canon SX160 IS Gallery and Olympus FE-47 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Canon SX160 IS over the Olympus FE-47
SX160 IS | FE-47 | |||
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Announced | June 2013 | ![]() | January 2010 | More modern by 43 months |
Manual focus | ![]() | Dial exact focusing | ||
Screen dimensions | 3" | ![]() | 2.7" | Bigger screen (+0.3") |
Reasons to pick Olympus FE-47 over the Canon SX160 IS
FE-47 | SX160 IS |
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Common features in the Canon SX160 IS and Olympus FE-47
SX160 IS | FE-47 | |||
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Screen type | Fixed | ![]() | Fixed | Fixed screen |
Screen resolution | 230k | ![]() | 230k | The same screen resolution |
Selfie screen | ![]() | Neither features selfie screen | ||
Touch screen | ![]() | Neither features Touch screen |
Canon SX160 IS vs Olympus FE-47 Physical Comparison
For anyone who is going to carry around your camera frequently, you'll have to factor its weight and measurements. The Canon SX160 IS enjoys external measurements of 111mm x 73mm x 44mm (4.4" x 2.9" x 1.7") with a weight of 291 grams (0.64 lbs) while the Olympus FE-47 has proportions of 98mm x 61mm x 27mm (3.9" x 2.4" x 1.1") and a weight of 204 grams (0.45 lbs).
Contrast the Canon SX160 IS versus Olympus FE-47 in the latest Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.
Keep in mind, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will vary dependant on the lens you have chosen at that moment. Here is a front view dimensions comparison of the SX160 IS and the FE-47.

Using size and weight, the portability grade of the SX160 IS and FE-47 is 86 and 93 respectively.

Canon SX160 IS vs Olympus FE-47 Sensor Comparison
In many cases, it is hard to visualize the difference between sensor sizes simply by reviewing technical specs. The image below will provide you a greater sense of the sensor measurements in the SX160 IS and FE-47.
As you have seen, both of those cameras have the same sensor dimensions albeit different megapixels. You should expect the Canon SX160 IS to deliver extra detail due to its extra 2 Megapixels. Higher resolution will also let you crop pictures a bit more aggressively. The younger SX160 IS provides an advantage with regard to sensor tech.

Canon SX160 IS vs Olympus FE-47 Screen and ViewFinder


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Canon SX160 IS vs Olympus FE-47 Specifications
Canon PowerShot SX160 IS | Olympus FE-47 | |
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General Information | ||
Manufacturer | Canon | Olympus |
Model | Canon PowerShot SX160 IS | Olympus FE-47 |
Category | Small Sensor Superzoom | Small Sensor Compact |
Launched | 2013-06-21 | 2010-01-07 |
Body design | Compact | Compact |
Sensor Information | ||
Processor | 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 area | 28.1mm² | 27.7mm² |
Sensor resolution | 16 megapixels | 14 megapixels |
Anti aliasing filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 1:1, 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 | 4:3 and 16:9 |
Peak resolution | 4608 x 3456 | 4288 x 3216 |
Highest native ISO | 1600 | 1600 |
Lowest native ISO | 100 | 100 |
RAW files | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Manual focus | ||
AF touch | ||
Continuous AF | ||
Single AF | ||
AF tracking | ||
Selective AF | ||
Center weighted AF | ||
AF multi area | ||
AF live view | ||
Face detection focusing | ||
Contract detection focusing | ||
Phase detection focusing | ||
Cross focus points | - | - |
Lens | ||
Lens mount | fixed lens | fixed lens |
Lens focal range | 28-448mm (16.0x) | 36-180mm (5.0x) |
Maximal aperture | f/3.5-5.9 | f/3.5-5.6 |
Macro focus distance | 1cm | 3cm |
Focal length multiplier | 5.8 | 5.9 |
Screen | ||
Screen type | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
Screen diagonal | 3" | 2.7" |
Resolution of screen | 230k dot | 230k dot |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch screen | ||
Screen technology | TFT Color LCD | - |
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder type | None | None |
Features | ||
Minimum shutter speed | 15 seconds | 4 seconds |
Fastest shutter speed | 1/3200 seconds | 1/2000 seconds |
Continuous shutter speed | 1.0 frames per sec | - |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Manually set exposure | ||
Exposure compensation | Yes | - |
Set WB | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Built-in flash | ||
Flash range | 3.00 m | 3.80 m |
Flash options | Auto, On, Off, Red-Eye, Slow Sync | Auto, On, Off, Red-eye, Fill-in |
Hot shoe | ||
AEB | ||
White balance bracketing | ||
Fastest flash sync | 1/2000 seconds | - |
Exposure | ||
Multisegment metering | ||
Average metering | ||
Spot metering | ||
Partial metering | ||
AF area metering | ||
Center weighted metering | ||
Video features | ||
Video resolutions | 1280 x 720 (30, 25 fps), 640 x 480 (30 fps) | 640 x 480 (30 fps), 320 x 240 (30 fps) |
Highest video resolution | 1280x720 | 640x480 |
Video data format | H.264 | Motion JPEG |
Mic input | ||
Headphone input | ||
Connectivity | ||
Wireless | Eye-Fi Connected | None |
Bluetooth | ||
NFC | ||
HDMI | ||
USB | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) |
GPS | None | None |
Physical | ||
Environmental seal | ||
Water proof | ||
Dust proof | ||
Shock proof | ||
Crush proof | ||
Freeze proof | ||
Weight | 291g (0.64 pounds) | 204g (0.45 pounds) |
Physical dimensions | 111 x 73 x 44mm (4.4" x 2.9" x 1.7") | 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 life | 380 images | - |
Type of battery | AA | - |
Battery model | 2 x AA | 2 x AA |
Self timer | Yes (2 or 10 sec, Custom) | Yes (2 or 12 seconds) |
Time lapse recording | ||
Type of storage | SD/SDHC/SDXC | SD/SDHC, Internal |
Storage slots | One | One |
Launch cost | $199 | $0 |