Nikon S3300 vs Olympus FE-47
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Nikon S3300 vs Olympus FE-47 Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 16MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 2.7" Fixed Screen
- ISO 100 - 3200
- Optical Image Stabilization
- 1280 x 720 video
- 26-156mm (F3.5-6.5) lens
- 128g - 95 x 58 x 19mm
- Released February 2012
(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
- Launched January 2010

Nikon S3300 vs Olympus FE-47 Overview
Lets examine more in depth at the Nikon S3300 and Olympus FE-47, both Small Sensor Compact cameras by brands Nikon and Olympus. The resolution of the S3300 (16MP) and the FE-47 (14MP) is very close and they use the same exact sensor size (1/2.3").

The S3300 was released 2 years after the FE-47 which is a fairly significant gap as far as camera technology is concerned. Both cameras offer the identical body type (Compact).
Before going straight into a in-depth comparison, below is a quick summary of how the S3300 grades vs the FE-47 with respect to portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.

Nikon S3300 vs Olympus FE-47 Gallery
Here is a sample of the gallery pics for Nikon Coolpix S3300 and Olympus FE-47. The complete galleries are provided at Nikon S3300 Gallery and Olympus FE-47 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Nikon S3300 over the Olympus FE-47
S3300 | FE-47 | |||
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Launched | February 2012 | ![]() | January 2010 | Newer by 26 months |
Manual focus | ![]() | More accurate focusing |
Reasons to pick Olympus FE-47 over the Nikon S3300
FE-47 | S3300 |
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Common features in the Nikon S3300 and Olympus FE-47
S3300 | FE-47 | |||
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Display type | Fixed | ![]() | Fixed | Fixed display |
Display sizing | 2.7" | ![]() | 2.7" | Equivalent display size |
Display resolution | 230k | ![]() | 230k | Identical display resolution |
Selfie screen | ![]() | Lacking selfie screen | ||
Touch display | ![]() | Lacking Touch display |
Nikon S3300 vs Olympus FE-47 Physical Comparison
If you're aiming to travel with your camera, you'll have to factor in its weight and dimensions. The Nikon S3300 has outside dimensions of 95mm x 58mm x 19mm (3.7" x 2.3" x 0.7") accompanied by a weight of 128 grams (0.28 lbs) and the Olympus FE-47 has dimensions of 98mm x 61mm x 27mm (3.9" x 2.4" x 1.1") and a weight of 204 grams (0.45 lbs).
Take a look at the Nikon S3300 and Olympus FE-47 in the all new Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.
Do not forget, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will vary depending on the lens you select at that time. Below is the front view measurement comparison of the S3300 compared to the FE-47.

Factoring in dimensions and weight, the portability grade of the S3300 and FE-47 is 96 and 93 respectively.

Nikon S3300 vs Olympus FE-47 Sensor Comparison
More often than not, it's tough to envision the gap in sensor dimensions merely by looking through technical specs. The image underneath may offer you a greater sense of the sensor dimensions in the S3300 and FE-47.
As you can tell, the two cameras enjoy the same exact sensor sizing but not the same resolution. You should expect to see the Nikon S3300 to result in extra detail as a result of its extra 2 Megapixels. Greater resolution will help you crop images far more aggressively. The newer S3300 is going to have an edge with regard to sensor innovation.

Nikon S3300 vs Olympus FE-47 Screen and ViewFinder


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Nikon S3300 vs Olympus FE-47 Specifications
Nikon Coolpix S3300 | Olympus FE-47 | |
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General Information | ||
Brand Name | Nikon | Olympus |
Model | Nikon Coolpix S3300 | Olympus FE-47 |
Category | Small Sensor Compact | Small Sensor Compact |
Released | 2012-02-01 | 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 | 6.17 x 4.55mm | 6.08 x 4.56mm |
Sensor surface area | 28.1mm² | 27.7mm² |
Sensor resolution | 16 megapixels | 14 megapixels |
Anti aliasing filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 4:3 and 16:9 | 4:3 and 16:9 |
Maximum resolution | 4608 x 3456 | 4288 x 3216 |
Maximum native ISO | 3200 | 1600 |
Lowest native ISO | 100 | 100 |
RAW format | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Focus manually | ||
Touch to focus | ||
Continuous AF | ||
Single AF | ||
AF tracking | ||
AF selectice | ||
Center weighted AF | ||
AF multi area | ||
Live view AF | ||
Face detection focusing | ||
Contract detection focusing | ||
Phase detection focusing | ||
Cross focus points | - | - |
Lens | ||
Lens mount | fixed lens | fixed lens |
Lens focal range | 26-156mm (6.0x) | 36-180mm (5.0x) |
Highest aperture | f/3.5-6.5 | f/3.5-5.6 |
Macro focus distance | 1cm | 3cm |
Focal length multiplier | 5.8 | 5.9 |
Screen | ||
Range of screen | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
Screen size | 2.7 inch | 2.7 inch |
Resolution of screen | 230k dot | 230k dot |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch screen | ||
Screen technology | TFT-LCD with Anti-reflection coating | - |
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder type | None | None |
Features | ||
Slowest shutter speed | 4 seconds | 4 seconds |
Maximum shutter speed | 1/2000 seconds | 1/2000 seconds |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Expose Manually | ||
Change WB | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Built-in flash | ||
Flash range | - | 3.80 m |
Flash options | Auto, On, Off, Red-Eye, Slow-sync | Auto, On, Off, Red-eye, Fill-in |
External flash | ||
Auto exposure bracketing | ||
White balance bracketing | ||
Exposure | ||
Multisegment | ||
Average | ||
Spot | ||
Partial | ||
AF area | ||
Center weighted | ||
Video features | ||
Supported video resolutions | 1280 x 720p (30 fps), 640 x 480 (30fps) | 640 x 480 (30 fps), 320 x 240 (30 fps) |
Maximum video resolution | 1280x720 | 640x480 |
Video format | MPEG-4 | 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 proof | ||
Dust proof | ||
Shock proof | ||
Crush proof | ||
Freeze proof | ||
Weight | 128 gr (0.28 pounds) | 204 gr (0.45 pounds) |
Dimensions | 95 x 58 x 19mm (3.7" x 2.3" x 0.7") | 98 x 61 x 27mm (3.9" x 2.4" x 1.1") |
DXO scores | ||
DXO All around 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 | 180 photographs | - |
Form of battery | Battery Pack | - |
Battery model | EN-EL19 | 2 x AA |
Self timer | Yes | Yes (2 or 12 seconds) |
Time lapse recording | ||
Storage media | SD/SDHC/SDXC | SD/SDHC, Internal |
Storage slots | 1 | 1 |
Cost at launch | $99 | $0 |