Leica C vs Olympus FE-47

On this page, we will be reviewing the Leica C versus Olympus FE-47, both Small Sensor Compact cameras by rivals Leica and Olympus. The image resolution of the C (12MP) and the FE-47 (14MP) is relatively comparable but the C (1/1.7") and FE-47 (1/2.3") boast different sensor sizing.

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The C was introduced 3 years later than the FE-47 and that is a fairly significant difference as far as camera technology is concerned. Both of the cameras have the same body design (Compact).

Before getting straight to a full comparison, here is a quick summary of how the C scores vs the FE-47 in terms of portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

Here is a preview of the gallery photos for Leica C & Olympus FE-47. The whole galleries are provided at Leica C Gallery & Olympus FE-47 Gallery.

For those who are going to carry your camera frequently, you are going to need to think about its weight and size. The Leica C enjoys external dimensions of 103mm x 63mm x 28mm (4.1" x 2.5" x 1.1") accompanied by a weight of 195 grams (0.43 lbs) and the Olympus FE-47 has specifications 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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Take into consideration, the weight of an ILC will change dependant on the lens you use during that time. Following is a front view measurement comparison of the C against the FE-47.

Considering dimensions and weight, the portability score of the C and FE-47 is 92 and 93 respectively.

More often than not, it's tough to picture the difference in sensor sizing merely by checking out technical specs. The visual here might offer you a better sense of the sensor sizes in the C and FE-47.

As you have seen, each of the cameras provide different megapixels and different sensor sizing. The C using its bigger sensor is going to make getting shallower depth of field less difficult and the Olympus FE-47 will show extra detail using its extra 2 Megapixels. Higher resolution will also allow you to crop shots more aggressively. The more modern C provides an advantage when it comes to sensor innovation.