Nikon L21 vs Olympus FE-47
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Nikon L21 vs Olympus FE-47 Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 8MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 2.5" Fixed Screen
- ISO 64 - 1600
- 640 x 480 video
- 38-136mm (F3.1-6.7) lens
- 169g - 92 x 67 x 28mm
- Launched February 2010
(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
- Revealed January 2010
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Following is a in depth comparison of the Nikon L21 versus Olympus FE-47, both Small Sensor Compact digital cameras by brands Nikon and Olympus. There is a huge difference between the image resolutions of the L21 (8MP) and FE-47 (14MP) but they enjoy the same exact sensor dimensions (1/2.3").
Photography GlossaryThe L21 was released at a similar time to the FE-47 so they are of a similar generation. Each of the cameras offer the identical body type (Compact).
Before getting through a thorough comparison, below is a concise summary of how the L21 matches up vs the FE-47 in regards to portability, imaging, features and an overall score.
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Reasons to pick Nikon L21 over the Olympus FE-47
| L21 | FE-47 |
|---|
Reasons to pick Olympus FE-47 over the Nikon L21
| FE-47 | L21 | |||
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Screen sizing | 2.7" | 2.5" | Bigger screen (+0.2") |
Common features in the Nikon L21 and Olympus FE-47
| L21 | FE-47 | |||
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Revealed | February 2010 | January 2010 | Similar generation | |
| Focus manually | No manual focus | |||
| Screen type | Fixed | Fixed | Fixed screen | |
| Screen resolution | 230k | 230k | Same screen resolution | |
| Selfie screen | Missing selfie screen | |||
| Touch friendly screen | Neither includes Touch friendly screen |
Nikon L21 vs Olympus FE-47 Physical Comparison
For those who are planning to carry around your camera, you will need to factor its weight and proportions. The Nikon L21 features exterior measurements of 92mm x 67mm x 28mm (3.6" x 2.6" x 1.1") along with a weight of 169 grams (0.37 lbs) whilst the Olympus FE-47 has measurements of 98mm x 61mm x 27mm (3.9" x 2.4" x 1.1") with a weight of 204 grams (0.45 lbs).
Take a look at the Nikon L21 versus Olympus FE-47 in the latest Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.
Don't forget, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will change depending on the lens you have attached at that time. Here is the front view over all size comparison of the L21 vs the FE-47.

Taking into account size and weight, the portability rating of the L21 and FE-47 is 93 and 93 respectively.
Nikon L21 vs Olympus FE-47 Sensor Comparison
Generally, it's tough to see the contrast between sensor sizes purely by reading specs. The image below might give you a greater sense of the sensor measurements in the L21 and FE-47.
As you can plainly see, both of the cameras enjoy the same exact sensor sizing albeit not the same MP. You should count on the Olympus FE-47 to offer you greater detail as a result of its extra 6MP. Higher resolution can also help you crop photographs far more aggressively.
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Nikon L21 vs Olympus FE-47 Specifications
| Nikon Coolpix L21 | Olympus FE-47 | |
|---|---|---|
| General Information | ||
| Brand Name | Nikon | Olympus |
| Model type | Nikon Coolpix L21 | Olympus FE-47 |
| Type | Small Sensor Compact | Small Sensor Compact |
| Launched | 2010-02-03 | 2010-01-07 |
| Body design | Compact | Compact |
| Sensor Information | ||
| Processor Chip | Expeed C2 | 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 surface area | 27.7mm² | 27.7mm² |
| Sensor resolution | 8MP | 14MP |
| Anti alias filter | ||
| Aspect ratio | 4:3 and 16:9 | 4:3 and 16:9 |
| Highest Possible resolution | 3648 x 2736 | 4288 x 3216 |
| Maximum native ISO | 1600 | 1600 |
| Min native ISO | 64 | 100 |
| RAW format | ||
| Autofocusing | ||
| Manual focusing | ||
| Autofocus touch | ||
| Continuous autofocus | ||
| Autofocus single | ||
| Tracking autofocus | ||
| Selective autofocus | ||
| Autofocus center weighted | ||
| Autofocus multi area | ||
| Autofocus live view | ||
| Face detection focus | ||
| Contract detection focus | ||
| Phase detection focus | ||
| Lens | ||
| Lens mount type | fixed lens | fixed lens |
| Lens zoom range | 38-136mm (3.6x) | 36-180mm (5.0x) |
| Maximal aperture | f/3.1-6.7 | f/3.5-5.6 |
| Macro focusing distance | 5cm | 3cm |
| Focal length multiplier | 5.9 | 5.9 |
| Screen | ||
| Range of screen | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
| Screen size | 2.5" | 2.7" |
| Screen resolution | 230 thousand dot | 230 thousand dot |
| Selfie friendly | ||
| Liveview | ||
| Touch function | ||
| Viewfinder Information | ||
| Viewfinder | None | None |
| Features | ||
| Minimum shutter speed | 8s | 4s |
| Fastest shutter speed | 1/2000s | 1/2000s |
| Shutter priority | ||
| Aperture priority | ||
| Manually set exposure | ||
| Set white balance | ||
| Image stabilization | ||
| Built-in flash | ||
| Flash distance | - | 3.80 m |
| Flash settings | Auto, On, Off, Red-eye, Fill-in, Slow Syncro | Auto, On, Off, Red-eye, Fill-in |
| Hot shoe | ||
| Auto exposure bracketing | ||
| White balance bracketing | ||
| Exposure | ||
| Multisegment metering | ||
| Average metering | ||
| Spot metering | ||
| Partial metering | ||
| AF area metering | ||
| Center weighted metering | ||
| 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 |
| 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 | ||
| Environmental seal | ||
| Water proofing | ||
| Dust proofing | ||
| Shock proofing | ||
| Crush proofing | ||
| Freeze proofing | ||
| Weight | 169g (0.37 lbs) | 204g (0.45 lbs) |
| Dimensions | 92 x 67 x 28mm (3.6" x 2.6" x 1.1") | 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 | 2 x AA | 2 x AA |
| Self timer | Yes | Yes (2 or 12 seconds) |
| Time lapse recording | ||
| Storage media | SD/SDHC, Internal | SD/SDHC, Internal |
| Storage slots | 1 | 1 |
| Launch cost | $180 | $0 |