Nikon P300 vs Olympus FE-47
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![Nikon Coolpix P300 front Nikon Coolpix P300 front](https://pxlmag.com/db/images/cameras/gallery/medium/Nikon-Coolpix-P300/Nikon-P300-front.jpg)
![Olympus FE-47 front Olympus FE-47 front](https://pxlmag.com/db/images/cameras/gallery/medium/Olympus-FE-47/Olympus-FE-47-front.jpg)
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Nikon P300 vs Olympus FE-47 Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 12MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 3" Fixed Display
- ISO 160 - 3200
- Optical Image Stabilization
- 1920 x 1080 video
- 24-100mm (F1.8-4.9) lens
- 189g - 103 x 58 x 32mm
- Launched May 2011
- Successor is Nikon P310
(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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Nikon P300 vs Olympus FE-47 Overview
The following is a detailed analysis of the Nikon P300 and Olympus FE-47, both Small Sensor Compact digital cameras by manufacturers Nikon and Olympus. The image resolution of the P300 (12MP) and the FE-47 (14MP) is pretty similar and they possess the exact same sensor sizing (1/2.3").
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The P300 was launched 17 months after the FE-47 which makes the cameras a generation away from each other. Both of the cameras come with the identical body type (Compact).
Before going in to a complete comparison, below is a simple highlight of how the P300 matches up against the FE-47 with regard to portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.
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Nikon P300 vs Olympus FE-47 Gallery
This is a preview of the gallery images for Nikon Coolpix P300 & Olympus FE-47. The complete galleries are available at Nikon P300 Gallery & Olympus FE-47 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Nikon P300 over the Olympus FE-47
P300 | FE-47 | |||
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Revealed | May 2011 | ![]() | January 2010 | Newer by 17 months |
Screen dimension | 3" | ![]() | 2.7" | Bigger screen (+0.3") |
Screen resolution | 922k | ![]() | 230k | Sharper screen (+692k dot) |
Reasons to pick Olympus FE-47 over the Nikon P300
FE-47 | P300 |
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Common features in the Nikon P300 and Olympus FE-47
P300 | FE-47 | |||
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Manual focus | ![]() | No manual focus | ||
Screen type | Fixed | ![]() | Fixed | Fixed screen |
Selfie screen | ![]() | Neither provides selfie screen | ||
Touch friendly screen | ![]() | Neither provides Touch friendly screen |
Nikon P300 vs Olympus FE-47 Physical Comparison
If you are looking to travel with your camera often, you should factor its weight and measurements. The Nikon P300 provides physical measurements of 103mm x 58mm x 32mm (4.1" x 2.3" x 1.3") having a weight of 189 grams (0.42 lbs) while the Olympus FE-47 has proportions of 98mm x 61mm x 27mm (3.9" x 2.4" x 1.1") along with a weight of 204 grams (0.45 lbs).
Analyze the Nikon P300 and Olympus FE-47 in our brand new Camera & Lens Size Comparison Tool.![Camera Size Comparison with Lenses Camera Size Comparison with Lenses](https://pxlmag.com/db/assets/camera-size-comparison-animation.gif)
Keep in mind, the weight of an ILC will differ depending on the lens you have at the time. The following is the front view measurement comparison of the P300 and the FE-47.
![Nikon P300 vs Olympus FE-47 size comparison Nikon P300 vs Olympus FE-47 size comparison](https://pxlmag.com/db/images/camera-compare/Nikon-Coolpix-P300-vs-Olympus-FE-47-size-comparison.jpg)
Taking into consideration size and weight, the portability score of the P300 and FE-47 is 92 and 93 respectively.
![Nikon P300 vs Olympus FE-47 top view buttons comparison Nikon P300 vs Olympus FE-47 top view buttons comparison](https://pxlmag.com/db/images/camera-compare/Nikon-Coolpix-P300-vs-Olympus-FE-47-top-view-buttons-comparison.jpg)
Nikon P300 vs Olympus FE-47 Sensor Comparison
Oftentimes, it can be difficult to picture the difference between sensor dimensions just by reviewing a spec sheet. The picture here might provide you a far better sense of the sensor sizing in the P300 and FE-47.
As you can see, each of these cameras posses the exact same sensor measurements albeit different MP. You can expect the Olympus FE-47 to offer you extra detail utilizing its extra 2MP. Higher resolution can also allow you to crop pictures somewhat more aggressively. The newer P300 provides an advantage with regard to sensor tech.
![Nikon P300 vs Olympus FE-47 sensor size comparison Nikon P300 vs Olympus FE-47 sensor size comparison](https://pxlmag.com/db/images/sensor-compare/Nikon-Coolpix-P300-vs-Olympus-FE-47-sensor-size-comparison.png)
Nikon P300 vs Olympus FE-47 Screen and ViewFinder
![Nikon P300 vs Olympus FE-47 Screen and Viewfinder comparison Nikon P300 vs Olympus FE-47 Screen and Viewfinder comparison](https://pxlmag.com/db/images/camera-compare/Nikon-Coolpix-P300-vs-Olympus-FE-47-screen-back-comparison.jpg)
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Photography Type Scores
Portrait Comparison
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Sports Comparison
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Travel Comparison
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Landscape Comparison
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Vlogging Comparison
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Nikon P300 vs Olympus FE-47 Specifications
Nikon Coolpix P300 | Olympus FE-47 | |
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General Information | ||
Company | Nikon | Olympus |
Model | Nikon Coolpix P300 | Olympus FE-47 |
Class | Small Sensor Compact | Small Sensor Compact |
Launched | 2011-05-31 | 2010-01-07 |
Physical type | Compact | Compact |
Sensor Information | ||
Processor Chip | Expeed C2 | TruePic III |
Sensor type | BSI-CMOS | CCD |
Sensor size | 1/2.3" | 1/2.3" |
Sensor dimensions | 6.17 x 4.55mm | 6.08 x 4.56mm |
Sensor area | 28.1mm² | 27.7mm² |
Sensor resolution | 12 megapixels | 14 megapixels |
Anti aliasing filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 4:3 and 16:9 | 4:3 and 16:9 |
Highest Possible resolution | 4000 x 3000 | 4288 x 3216 |
Maximum native ISO | 3200 | 1600 |
Lowest native ISO | 160 | 100 |
RAW support | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Manual focus | ||
AF touch | ||
AF continuous | ||
Single AF | ||
Tracking AF | ||
Selective AF | ||
AF center weighted | ||
Multi area AF | ||
AF live view | ||
Face detect AF | ||
Contract detect AF | ||
Phase detect AF | ||
Number of focus points | 9 | - |
Lens | ||
Lens mounting type | fixed lens | fixed lens |
Lens focal range | 24-100mm (4.2x) | 36-180mm (5.0x) |
Maximum aperture | f/1.8-4.9 | f/3.5-5.6 |
Macro focus distance | 3cm | 3cm |
Crop factor | 5.8 | 5.9 |
Screen | ||
Type of display | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
Display size | 3 inch | 2.7 inch |
Resolution of display | 922k dots | 230k dots |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch screen | ||
Display technology | TFT-LCD with anti-reflection coating | - |
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder type | None | None |
Features | ||
Min shutter speed | 8s | 4s |
Max shutter speed | 1/2000s | 1/2000s |
Continuous shutter rate | 7.0 frames/s | - |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Manual mode | ||
Exposure compensation | Yes | - |
Change WB | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Integrated flash | ||
Flash range | 6.50 m | 3.80 m |
Flash settings | Auto, On, Off, Red-Eye | Auto, On, Off, Red-eye, Fill-in |
Hot shoe | ||
Auto exposure bracketing | ||
WB bracketing | ||
Exposure | ||
Multisegment | ||
Average | ||
Spot | ||
Partial | ||
AF area | ||
Center weighted | ||
Video features | ||
Supported video resolutions | 1920 x 1080 (15, 30fps), 1280 x 720p (15, 30, 60 fps), 640 x 480 (30, 120 fps) | 640 x 480 (30 fps), 320 x 240 (30 fps) |
Maximum video resolution | 1920x1080 | 640x480 |
Video data format | H.264, Motion JPEG | Motion JPEG |
Mic port | ||
Headphone port | ||
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 sealing | ||
Water proof | ||
Dust proof | ||
Shock proof | ||
Crush proof | ||
Freeze proof | ||
Weight | 189g (0.42 lb) | 204g (0.45 lb) |
Dimensions | 103 x 58 x 32mm (4.1" x 2.3" x 1.3") | 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 life | 240 shots | - |
Battery type | Battery Pack | - |
Battery model | EN-EL12 | 2 x AA |
Self timer | Yes (10 or 2 sec) | Yes (2 or 12 seconds) |
Time lapse shooting | ||
Storage type | SD/SDHC/SDXC | SD/SDHC, Internal |
Card slots | One | One |
Price at release | $500 | $0 |