Nikon S33 vs Olympus FE-45
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Nikon S33 vs Olympus FE-45 Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 13MP - 1/3.1" Sensor
- 2.7" Fixed Display
- ISO 100 - 1600
- Digital Image Stabilization
- 1920 x 1080 video
- 30-90mm (F3.3-5.9) lens
- 221g - 110 x 66 x 27mm
- Released February 2015
(Full Review)
- 10MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 2.5" Fixed Screen
- ISO 64 - 1600
- Digital Image Stabilization
- 640 x 480 video
- 36-108mm (F3.1-5.9) lens
- 142g - 94 x 62 x 23mm
- Launched January 2009

Nikon S33 vs Olympus FE-45 Overview
In this write-up, we will be analyzing the Nikon S33 versus Olympus FE-45, both Small Sensor Compact digital cameras by competitors Nikon and Olympus. There exists a huge gap between the image resolutions of the S33 (13MP) and FE-45 (10MP) and the S33 (1/3.1") and FE-45 (1/2.3") possess different sensor sizes.

The S33 was introduced 6 years later than the FE-45 and that is quite a significant gap as far as technology is concerned. Both of these cameras offer the identical body type (Compact).
Before delving in to a detailed comparison, below is a quick overview of how the S33 grades against the FE-45 in regards to portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

Nikon S33 vs Olympus FE-45 Gallery
Following is a preview of the gallery photos for Nikon Coolpix S33 and Olympus FE-45. The whole galleries are available at Nikon S33 Gallery and Olympus FE-45 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Nikon S33 over the Olympus FE-45
S33 | FE-45 | |||
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Launched | February 2015 | ![]() | January 2009 | Fresher by 75 months |
Screen sizing | 2.7" | ![]() | 2.5" | Bigger screen (+0.2") |
Reasons to pick Olympus FE-45 over the Nikon S33
FE-45 | S33 |
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Common features in the Nikon S33 and Olympus FE-45
S33 | FE-45 | |||
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Manual focus | ![]() | Lack of manual focusing | ||
Screen type | Fixed | ![]() | Fixed | Fixed screen |
Screen resolution | 230k | ![]() | 230k | Equal screen resolution |
Selfie screen | ![]() | Neither offers selfie screen | ||
Touch screen | ![]() | Neither offers Touch screen |
Nikon S33 vs Olympus FE-45 Physical Comparison
For anyone who is looking to carry your camera often, you will want to factor in its weight and volume. The Nikon S33 offers external measurements of 110mm x 66mm x 27mm (4.3" x 2.6" x 1.1") with a weight of 221 grams (0.49 lbs) whilst the Olympus FE-45 has sizing of 94mm x 62mm x 23mm (3.7" x 2.4" x 0.9") with a weight of 142 grams (0.31 lbs).
Analyze the Nikon S33 versus Olympus FE-45 in the all new Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.
Take into account, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will vary dependant on the lens you choose during that time. Underneath is the front view dimension comparison of the S33 versus the FE-45.

Taking into account dimensions and weight, the portability score of the S33 and FE-45 is 91 and 95 respectively.

Nikon S33 vs Olympus FE-45 Sensor Comparison
Sometimes, it's tough to picture the gap between sensor sizing purely by looking at technical specs. The photograph here might offer you a better sense of the sensor measurements in the S33 and FE-45.
As you have seen, each of the cameras offer different megapixel count and different sensor sizing. The S33 having a tinier sensor is going to make shooting shallower depth of field trickier and the Nikon S33 will give greater detail using its extra 3 Megapixels. Higher resolution will make it easier to crop photographs a little more aggressively. The younger S33 provides an edge with regard to sensor innovation.

Nikon S33 vs Olympus FE-45 Screen and ViewFinder


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Nikon S33 vs Olympus FE-45 Specifications
Nikon Coolpix S33 | Olympus FE-45 | |
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General Information | ||
Manufacturer | Nikon | Olympus |
Model type | Nikon Coolpix S33 | Olympus FE-45 |
Class | Small Sensor Compact | Small Sensor Compact |
Released | 2015-02-10 | 2009-01-07 |
Body design | Compact | Compact |
Sensor Information | ||
Sensor type | CMOS | CCD |
Sensor size | 1/3.1" | 1/2.3" |
Sensor measurements | 4.7 x 3.5mm | 6.08 x 4.56mm |
Sensor surface area | 16.5mm² | 27.7mm² |
Sensor resolution | 13 megapixels | 10 megapixels |
Anti alias filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 4:3 | 16:9, 4:3 and 3:2 |
Highest resolution | 4160 x 3120 | 3648 x 2736 |
Highest native ISO | 1600 | 1600 |
Minimum native ISO | 100 | 64 |
RAW format | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Manual focusing | ||
Autofocus touch | ||
Autofocus continuous | ||
Single autofocus | ||
Tracking autofocus | ||
Selective autofocus | ||
Center weighted autofocus | ||
Multi area autofocus | ||
Autofocus live view | ||
Face detect focus | ||
Contract detect focus | ||
Phase detect focus | ||
Lens | ||
Lens support | fixed lens | fixed lens |
Lens zoom range | 30-90mm (3.0x) | 36-108mm (3.0x) |
Highest aperture | f/3.3-5.9 | f/3.1-5.9 |
Macro focusing distance | 5cm | 5cm |
Focal length multiplier | 7.7 | 5.9 |
Screen | ||
Range of display | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
Display diagonal | 2.7 inches | 2.5 inches |
Display resolution | 230k dot | 230k dot |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch capability | ||
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder | None | None |
Features | ||
Slowest shutter speed | 4s | 4s |
Maximum shutter speed | 1/2000s | 1/2000s |
Continuous shooting speed | 4.7fps | - |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Manual exposure | ||
Custom white balance | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Built-in flash | ||
Flash distance | 3.10 m (at Auto ISO) | - |
Flash options | - | Auto, Fill-in, Red-Eye reduction, Off, On |
External flash | ||
Auto exposure bracketing | ||
WB bracketing | ||
Exposure | ||
Multisegment | ||
Average | ||
Spot | ||
Partial | ||
AF area | ||
Center weighted | ||
Video features | ||
Supported video resolutions | 1280 x 720 (30p, 25p), 640 x 480 (30p, 25p), 320 x 240 (30p, 25p) | 640 x 480 (30, 15 fps), 320 x 240 (30, 15 fps) |
Highest video resolution | 1920x1080 | 640x480 |
Video data format | MPEG-4, H.264 | Motion JPEG |
Microphone 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 | 221 grams (0.49 pounds) | 142 grams (0.31 pounds) |
Dimensions | 110 x 66 x 27mm (4.3" x 2.6" x 1.1") | 94 x 62 x 23mm (3.7" x 2.4" x 0.9") |
DXO scores | ||
DXO All around 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 life | 220 pictures | - |
Form of battery | Battery Pack | - |
Battery ID | EN-EL19 | - |
Self timer | Yes (10 sec, smile timer) | Yes (12 seconds) |
Time lapse shooting | ||
Storage media | SD/SDHC/SDXC | xD-Picture Card, microSD, internal |
Storage slots | One | One |
Retail cost | $150 | $130 |