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Kodak Z950 vs Olympus FE-47

Portability
89
Imaging
35
Features
29
Overall
32
Kodak EasyShare Z950 front
 
Olympus FE-47 front
Portability
93
Imaging
36
Features
17
Overall
28

Kodak Z950 vs Olympus FE-47 Key Specs

Kodak Z950
(Full Review)
  • 12MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
  • 3" Fixed Display
  • ISO 100 - 1600 (Raise to 3200)
  • Optical Image Stabilization
  • 1280 x 720 video
  • 35-350mm (F3.5-4.8) lens
  • 243g - 110 x 67 x 36mm
  • Launched June 2010
Olympus FE-47
(Full Review)
  • 14MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
  • 2.7" Fixed Display
  • ISO 100 - 1600
  • 640 x 480 video
  • 36-180mm (F3.5-5.6) lens
  • 204g - 98 x 61 x 27mm
  • Released January 2010
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Kodak Z950 vs Olympus FE-47 Overview

In this article, we are contrasting the Kodak Z950 vs Olympus FE-47, both Small Sensor Compact cameras by rivals Kodak and Olympus. The image resolution of the Z950 (12MP) and the FE-47 (14MP) is very comparable and they feature the same exact sensor sizes (1/2.3").

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The Z950 was launched 6 months later than the FE-47 which means that they are both of a similar generation. Each of the cameras offer the identical body type (Compact).

Before we go straight into a complete comparison, below is a simple synopsis of how the Z950 grades against the FE-47 with regards to portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

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Reasons to pick Kodak Z950 over the Olympus FE-47

 Z950 FE-47 
Manually focus More accurate focusing
Display sizing3"2.7"Larger display (+0.3")

Reasons to pick Olympus FE-47 over the Kodak Z950

 FE-47 Z950 

Common features in the Kodak Z950 and Olympus FE-47

 Z950 FE-47 
ReleasedJune 2010January 2010Same generation
Display typeFixed Fixed Fixed display
Display resolution230k230kThe same display resolution
Selfie screen Neither features selfie screen
Touch friendly display Neither features Touch friendly display

Kodak Z950 vs Olympus FE-47 Physical Comparison

If you're aiming to carry your camera often, you will have to factor in its weight and measurements. The Kodak Z950 enjoys exterior measurements of 110mm x 67mm x 36mm (4.3" x 2.6" x 1.4") with a weight of 243 grams (0.54 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).

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Remember that, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will differ dependant on the lens you choose at that time. Following is the front view physical size comparison of the Z950 versus the FE-47.

Kodak Z950 vs Olympus FE-47 size comparison

Using dimensions and weight, the portability score of the Z950 and FE-47 is 89 and 93 respectively.

Kodak Z950 vs Olympus FE-47 top view buttons comparison

Kodak Z950 vs Olympus FE-47 Sensor Comparison

Typically, it is hard to visualise the gap in sensor sizing simply by going through a spec sheet. The graphic underneath will help provide you a far better sense of the sensor sizing in the Z950 and FE-47.

As you can see, both of the cameras offer the same exact sensor sizing but not the same resolution. You should expect to see the Olympus FE-47 to show extra detail utilizing its extra 2MP. Greater resolution can also let you crop photos a little more aggressively.

Kodak Z950 vs Olympus FE-47 sensor size comparison

Kodak Z950 vs Olympus FE-47 Screen and ViewFinder

Kodak Z950 vs Olympus FE-47 Screen and Viewfinder comparison
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Photography Type Scores

Portrait Comparison

Kodak Z950 Portrait photography information
Olympus FE-47 Portrait photography information
29
has manual focus
no external flash support
sensor resolution not great (12 megapixels)
tiny sensor (1/2.3")
lack of RAW support
28
megapixel count good (14 megapixels)
manual focus not available
manual exposure not possible
can't use external flash
sensor size is very small (1/2.3")
lack of RAW format
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Street Comparison

Kodak Z950 Street photography details
Olympus FE-47 Street photography details
52
built in image stabilization (Optical)
screen does not articulate
tiny sensor (1/2.3")
lack of RAW support
heavier than average (243g)
47
screen is fixed
does not have image stabilization
sensor size is very small (1/2.3")
lack of RAW format
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Sports Comparison

Kodak Z950 as a Sports photography camera
Olympus FE-47 as a Sports photography camera
27
built in image stabilization (Optical)
low maximum shutter speed (1/1,250s)
sensor resolution not great (12MP)
tiny sensor (1/2.3")
lack of phase detect auto focus
34
megapixel count good (14MP)
includes tracking focus
no shutter priority
does not have image stabilization
sensor size is very small (1/2.3")
lack of phase detect AF
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Travel Comparison

Travel photography with Kodak Z950
Travel photography with Olympus FE-47
52
flash built-in
great reach (350mm)
does not have Time Lapse function
heavier than average (243g)
sensor resolution not great (12MP)
doesn't have a selfie friendly screen
wide angle not the best (35mm)
somewhat slow max aperture (f3.5)
57
megapixel count good (14 megapixels)
built-in flash
does not have Time Lapse mode
display isn't selfie friendly
wide angle not good (36mm)
somewhat slow maximum aperture (f3.5)
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Landscape Comparison

Kodak Z950 Landscape photography advice
Olympus FE-47 Landscape photography advice
37
has manual focus
decent sized screen (3 inch)
built in image stabilization (Optical)
can't switch lenses (fixed lens mount)
wide angle not the best (35mm)
somewhat slow max aperture (f3.5)
sensor resolution not great (12MP)
tiny sensor (1/2.3")
lack of RAW support
does not have Time Lapse function
28
megapixel count good (14 megapixels)
manual focus not available
lens is fixed (fixed lens mount)
wide angle not good (36mm)
somewhat slow maximum aperture (f3.5)
screen is small (2.7")
manual exposure not possible
does not have image stabilization
sensor size is very small (1/2.3")
lack of RAW format
does not have Time Lapse mode
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Vlogging Comparison

Kodak Z950 Vlogging factors
Olympus FE-47 Vlogging factors
24
built in image stabilization (Optical)
wide angle not the best (35mm)
somewhat slow max aperture (f3.5)
doesn't have a selfie friendly screen
video res low (1280 x 720 pixels)
does not have external mic support
heavier than average (243 grams)
22
wide angle not good (36mm)
somewhat slow maximum aperture (f3.5)
display isn't selfie friendly
does not have image stabilization
video resolution low (640 x 480 pixels)
does not have mic jack
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Kodak Z950 vs Olympus FE-47 Specifications

Detailed spec comparison table for Kodak Z950 and Olympus FE-47
 Kodak EasyShare Z950Olympus FE-47
General Information
Manufacturer Kodak Olympus
Model Kodak EasyShare Z950 Olympus FE-47
Type Small Sensor Compact Small Sensor Compact
Launched 2010-06-16 2010-01-07
Body design Compact Compact
Sensor Information
Processor Chip - TruePic III
Sensor type CCD CCD
Sensor size 1/2.3" 1/2.3"
Sensor dimensions 6.08 x 4.56mm 6.08 x 4.56mm
Sensor area 27.7mm² 27.7mm²
Sensor resolution 12 megapixels 14 megapixels
Anti aliasing filter
Aspect ratio 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 4:3 and 16:9
Highest Possible resolution 4000 x 3000 4288 x 3216
Maximum native ISO 1600 1600
Maximum enhanced ISO 3200 -
Lowest native ISO 100 100
RAW images
Autofocusing
Manual focus
Touch to focus
Continuous AF
Single AF
Tracking AF
Selective AF
Center weighted AF
AF multi area
AF live view
Face detect AF
Contract detect AF
Phase detect AF
Lens
Lens mounting type fixed lens fixed lens
Lens focal range 35-350mm (10.0x) 36-180mm (5.0x)
Max aperture f/3.5-4.8 f/3.5-5.6
Macro focus distance 6cm 3cm
Crop factor 5.9 5.9
Screen
Display type Fixed Type Fixed Type
Display diagonal 3" 2.7"
Display resolution 230k dot 230k dot
Selfie friendly
Liveview
Touch operation
Viewfinder Information
Viewfinder type None None
Features
Min shutter speed 1/8s 4s
Max shutter speed 1/1250s 1/2000s
Shutter priority
Aperture priority
Manual exposure
Exposure compensation Yes -
Change WB
Image stabilization
Integrated flash
Flash range 5.40 m 3.80 m
Flash options Auto, On, Off, Red-Eye Auto, On, Off, Red-eye, Fill-in
External flash
AEB
White balance bracketing
Exposure
Multisegment exposure
Average exposure
Spot exposure
Partial exposure
AF area exposure
Center weighted exposure
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)
Maximum video resolution 1280x720 640x480
Video data format Motion JPEG Motion JPEG
Mic 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
Environment seal
Water proof
Dust proof
Shock proof
Crush proof
Freeze proof
Weight 243g (0.54 lb) 204g (0.45 lb)
Dimensions 110 x 67 x 36mm (4.3" x 2.6" x 1.4") 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 KLIC-7003 2 x AA
Self timer Yes (2 or 10 sec) Yes (2 or 12 seconds)
Time lapse recording
Storage media SD/SDHC card, Internal SD/SDHC, Internal
Storage slots 1 1
Retail pricing $250 $0