Kodak Z915 vs Olympus FE-47
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Kodak Z915 vs Olympus FE-47 Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 10MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 2.5" Fixed Screen
- ISO 100 - 1600
- Optical Image Stabilization
- 640 x 480 video
- 35-350mm (F3.5-4.8) lens
- 194g - 90 x 64 x 39mm
- Revealed January 2009
(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

Kodak Z915 vs Olympus FE-47 Overview
Here, we will be reviewing the Kodak Z915 versus Olympus FE-47, both Small Sensor Compact cameras by companies Kodak and Olympus. There exists a significant gap among the resolutions of the Z915 (10MP) and FE-47 (14MP) but both cameras posses the identical sensor sizing (1/2.3").

The Z915 was introduced 12 months before the FE-47 so they are both of a similar generation. Both of the cameras feature the same body design (Compact).
Before delving into a more detailed comparison, here is a simple synopsis of how the Z915 matches up against the FE-47 with respect to portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.

Kodak Z915 vs Olympus FE-47 Gallery
This is a preview of the gallery images for Kodak EasyShare Z915 and Olympus FE-47. The whole galleries are provided at Kodak Z915 Gallery and Olympus FE-47 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Kodak Z915 over the Olympus FE-47
Z915 | FE-47 |
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Reasons to pick Olympus FE-47 over the Kodak Z915
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Announced | January 2010 | ![]() | January 2009 | More recent by 12 months |
Screen size | 2.7" | ![]() | 2.5" | Bigger screen (+0.2") |
Common features in the Kodak Z915 and Olympus FE-47
Z915 | FE-47 | |||
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Focus manually | ![]() | No manual focusing | ||
Screen type | Fixed | ![]() | Fixed | Fixed screen |
Screen resolution | 230k | ![]() | 230k | Identical screen resolution |
Selfie screen | ![]() | Neither comes with selfie screen | ||
Touch friendly screen | ![]() | No Touch friendly screen |
Kodak Z915 vs Olympus FE-47 Physical Comparison
In case you're planning to lug around your camera, you'll have to factor its weight and dimensions. The Kodak Z915 comes with exterior dimensions of 90mm x 64mm x 39mm (3.5" x 2.5" x 1.5") and a weight of 194 grams (0.43 lbs) and the Olympus FE-47 has dimensions of 98mm x 61mm x 27mm (3.9" x 2.4" x 1.1") along with a weight of 204 grams (0.45 lbs).
Compare the Kodak Z915 versus Olympus FE-47 in the all new Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.
Don't forget, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will differ depending on the lens you select at that time. Here is a front view over all size comparison of the Z915 against the FE-47.

Taking into account dimensions and weight, the portability rating of the Z915 and FE-47 is 91 and 93 respectively.

Kodak Z915 vs Olympus FE-47 Sensor Comparison
Normally, it can be hard to picture the contrast in sensor measurements merely by going through specs. The visual here will help give you a stronger sense of the sensor dimensions in the Z915 and FE-47.
All in all, both cameras feature the identical sensor size albeit different resolution. You should expect the Olympus FE-47 to produce greater detail using its extra 4MP. Higher resolution can also allow you to crop pictures way more aggressively. The older Z915 will be behind with regard to sensor innovation.

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Kodak Z915 vs Olympus FE-47 Specifications
Kodak EasyShare Z915 | Olympus FE-47 | |
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General Information | ||
Brand Name | Kodak | Olympus |
Model | Kodak EasyShare Z915 | Olympus FE-47 |
Type | Small Sensor Compact | Small Sensor Compact |
Revealed | 2009-01-08 | 2010-01-07 |
Physical type | Compact | Compact |
Sensor Information | ||
Processor 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 surface area | 28.1mm² | 27.7mm² |
Sensor resolution | 10 megapixels | 14 megapixels |
Anti aliasing filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 | 4:3 and 16:9 |
Highest Possible resolution | 3648 x 2736 | 4288 x 3216 |
Maximum native ISO | 1600 | 1600 |
Minimum native ISO | 100 | 100 |
RAW images | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Focus manually | ||
AF touch | ||
Continuous AF | ||
Single AF | ||
AF tracking | ||
AF selectice | ||
Center weighted AF | ||
AF multi area | ||
Live view AF | ||
Face detection AF | ||
Contract detection AF | ||
Phase detection AF | ||
Number of focus points | 25 | - |
Lens | ||
Lens mounting type | fixed lens | fixed lens |
Lens focal range | 35-350mm (10.0x) | 36-180mm (5.0x) |
Largest aperture | f/3.5-4.8 | f/3.5-5.6 |
Macro focus range | 10cm | 3cm |
Focal length multiplier | 5.8 | 5.9 |
Screen | ||
Type of screen | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
Screen sizing | 2.5 inch | 2.7 inch |
Screen resolution | 230k dots | 230k dots |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch functionality | ||
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder | None | None |
Features | ||
Min shutter speed | 16 seconds | 4 seconds |
Max shutter speed | 1/1250 seconds | 1/2000 seconds |
Continuous shutter rate | 2.0fps | - |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Expose Manually | ||
Exposure compensation | Yes | - |
Change WB | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Inbuilt flash | ||
Flash range | 5.80 m | 3.80 m |
Flash modes | Auto, Fill-in, Red-Eye reduction, Off | Auto, On, Off, Red-eye, Fill-in |
Hot shoe | ||
Auto exposure bracketing | ||
White balance bracketing | ||
Exposure | ||
Multisegment exposure | ||
Average exposure | ||
Spot exposure | ||
Partial exposure | ||
AF area exposure | ||
Center weighted exposure | ||
Video features | ||
Supported video resolutions | 640 x 480 (30 fps), 320 x 240 (30 fps) | 640 x 480 (30 fps), 320 x 240 (30 fps) |
Maximum video resolution | 640x480 | 640x480 |
Video data format | Motion JPEG | Motion JPEG |
Microphone support | ||
Headphone support | ||
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 | 194 grams (0.43 lbs) | 204 grams (0.45 lbs) |
Physical dimensions | 90 x 64 x 39mm (3.5" x 2.5" x 1.5") | 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) | Yes (2 or 12 seconds) |
Time lapse shooting | ||
Storage type | SD/SDHC card, Internal | SD/SDHC, Internal |
Card slots | Single | Single |
Launch cost | $200 | $0 |