Canon SX200 IS vs Olympus FE-47
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Canon SX200 IS vs Olympus FE-47 Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 12MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 3" Fixed Display
- ISO 80 - 1600
- Optical Image Stabilization
- 1280 x 720 video
- 28-336mm (F3.4-5.3) lens
- 247g - 103 x 61 x 38mm
- Announced May 2009
- Refreshed by Canon SX210 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
- Launched January 2010

Canon SX200 IS vs Olympus FE-47 Overview
The following is a in-depth analysis of the Canon SX200 IS versus Olympus FE-47, former is a Small Sensor Superzoom while the latter is a Small Sensor Compact by rivals Canon and Olympus. The image resolution of the SX200 IS (12MP) and the FE-47 (14MP) is pretty well matched and both cameras have the same sensor sizing (1/2.3").

The SX200 IS was brought out 7 months prior to the FE-47 which means that they are of a similar age. Each of these cameras have the same body design (Compact).
Before diving into a more detailed comparison, here is a simple view of how the SX200 IS matches up against the FE-47 in terms of portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.

Canon SX200 IS vs Olympus FE-47 Gallery
The following is a preview of the gallery images for Canon PowerShot SX200 IS & Olympus FE-47. The entire galleries are provided at Canon SX200 IS Gallery & Olympus FE-47 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Canon SX200 IS over the Olympus FE-47
SX200 IS | FE-47 | |||
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Manually focus | ![]() | Dial precise focusing | ||
Screen dimensions | 3" | ![]() | 2.7" | Bigger screen (+0.3") |
Reasons to pick Olympus FE-47 over the Canon SX200 IS
FE-47 | SX200 IS | |||
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Launched | January 2010 | ![]() | May 2009 | Newer by 7 months |
Common features in the Canon SX200 IS and Olympus FE-47
SX200 IS | FE-47 | |||
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Screen type | Fixed | ![]() | Fixed | Fixed screen |
Screen resolution | 230k | ![]() | 230k | Equal screen resolution |
Selfie screen | ![]() | Lack of selfie screen | ||
Touch screen | ![]() | Lack of Touch screen |
Canon SX200 IS vs Olympus FE-47 Physical Comparison
For anyone who is intending to travel with your camera, you will want to factor its weight and measurements. The Canon SX200 IS enjoys exterior measurements of 103mm x 61mm x 38mm (4.1" x 2.4" x 1.5") having a weight of 247 grams (0.54 lbs) and the Olympus FE-47 has proportions of 98mm x 61mm x 27mm (3.9" x 2.4" x 1.1") accompanied by a weight of 204 grams (0.45 lbs).
Compare the Canon SX200 IS versus Olympus FE-47 in our completely new Camera plus Lens Size Comparison Tool.
Remember that, the weight of an ILC will change depending on the lens you have chosen during that time. Underneath is a front view overall size comparison of the SX200 IS vs the FE-47.

Factoring in size and weight, the portability grade of the SX200 IS and FE-47 is 90 and 93 respectively.

Canon SX200 IS vs Olympus FE-47 Sensor Comparison
Oftentimes, it can be difficult to envision the difference between sensor dimensions merely by checking technical specs. The image underneath might give you a stronger sense of the sensor sizing in the SX200 IS and FE-47.
As you have seen, both of these cameras provide the same sensor dimensions albeit not the same megapixels. You can expect the Olympus FE-47 to resolve more detail having its extra 2 Megapixels. Higher resolution will also let you crop shots more aggressively. The more aged SX200 IS is going to be behind in sensor innovation.

Canon SX200 IS vs Olympus FE-47 Screen and ViewFinder


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Canon SX200 IS vs Olympus FE-47 Specifications
Canon PowerShot SX200 IS | Olympus FE-47 | |
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General Information | ||
Make | Canon | Olympus |
Model type | Canon PowerShot SX200 IS | Olympus FE-47 |
Type | Small Sensor Superzoom | Small Sensor Compact |
Announced | 2009-05-14 | 2010-01-07 |
Body design | Compact | Compact |
Sensor Information | ||
Chip | - | TruePic III |
Sensor type | CCD | CCD |
Sensor size | 1/2.3" | 1/2.3" |
Sensor measurements | 6.17 x 4.55mm | 6.08 x 4.56mm |
Sensor area | 28.1mm² | 27.7mm² |
Sensor resolution | 12 megapixels | 14 megapixels |
Anti alias filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 4:3 and 16:9 | 4:3 and 16:9 |
Peak resolution | 4000 x 3000 | 4288 x 3216 |
Highest native ISO | 1600 | 1600 |
Minimum native ISO | 80 | 100 |
RAW pictures | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Manual focusing | ||
Autofocus touch | ||
Continuous autofocus | ||
Single autofocus | ||
Autofocus tracking | ||
Autofocus selectice | ||
Autofocus center weighted | ||
Autofocus multi area | ||
Live view autofocus | ||
Face detect focus | ||
Contract detect focus | ||
Phase detect focus | ||
Total focus points | 9 | - |
Lens | ||
Lens mount type | fixed lens | fixed lens |
Lens zoom range | 28-336mm (12.0x) | 36-180mm (5.0x) |
Highest aperture | f/3.4-5.3 | f/3.5-5.6 |
Macro focusing range | 0cm | 3cm |
Focal length multiplier | 5.8 | 5.9 |
Screen | ||
Range of display | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
Display size | 3 inches | 2.7 inches |
Resolution of display | 230 thousand dot | 230 thousand dot |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch functionality | ||
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder | 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/s | - |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Manual exposure | ||
Exposure compensation | Yes | - |
Set white balance | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Integrated flash | ||
Flash distance | 3.20 m | 3.80 m |
Flash settings | Auto, On, Off, Red-eye, Fill-in, Slow Syncro, Manual | Auto, On, Off, Red-eye, Fill-in |
External flash | ||
AEB | ||
WB bracketing | ||
Exposure | ||
Multisegment | ||
Average | ||
Spot | ||
Partial | ||
AF area | ||
Center weighted | ||
Video features | ||
Supported video resolutions | 1280 x 720 (30 fps), 640 x 480 (30 fps), 320 x 240 (30 fps) | 640 x 480 (30 fps), 320 x 240 (30 fps) |
Highest video resolution | 1280x720 | 640x480 |
Video data format | Motion JPEG | Motion JPEG |
Microphone input | ||
Headphone input | ||
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 seal | ||
Water proofing | ||
Dust proofing | ||
Shock proofing | ||
Crush proofing | ||
Freeze proofing | ||
Weight | 247 grams (0.54 pounds) | 204 grams (0.45 pounds) |
Physical dimensions | 103 x 61 x 38mm (4.1" x 2.4" x 1.5") | 98 x 61 x 27mm (3.9" x 2.4" x 1.1") |
DXO scores | ||
DXO Overall rating | not tested | not tested |
DXO Color Depth rating | not tested | not tested |
DXO Dynamic range rating | not tested | not tested |
DXO Low light rating | not tested | not tested |
Other | ||
Battery ID | NB-5L | 2 x AA |
Self timer | Yes (2 sec or 10 sec, Custom) | Yes (2 or 12 seconds) |
Time lapse shooting | ||
Storage media | SD/SDHC/MMC/MMCplus/MMCplus HC | SD/SDHC, Internal |
Storage slots | Single | Single |
Retail pricing | $329 | $0 |