Nikon S8100 vs Olympus FE-47
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Nikon S8100 vs Olympus FE-47 Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 12MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 3" Fixed Display
- ISO 160 - 3200
- Optical Image Stabilization
- 1/8000s Maximum Shutter
- 1920 x 1080 video
- 30-300mm (F3.5-5.6) lens
- 180g - 104 x 60 x 30mm
- Revealed September 2010
(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 S8100 vs Olympus FE-47 Overview
Let's look much closer at the Nikon S8100 versus Olympus FE-47, both Small Sensor Compact digital cameras by manufacturers Nikon and Olympus. The sensor resolution of the S8100 (12MP) and the FE-47 (14MP) is fairly similar and both cameras have the same sensor sizes (1/2.3").

The S8100 was manufactured 9 months later than the FE-47 which means that they are both of a similar generation. Both of these cameras have the same body design (Compact).
Before we go right into a in depth comparison, here is a short highlight of how the S8100 matches up vs the FE-47 with regards to portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

Nikon S8100 vs Olympus FE-47 Gallery
The following is a sample of the gallery pictures for Nikon Coolpix S8100 and Olympus FE-47. The entire galleries are available at Nikon S8100 Gallery and Olympus FE-47 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Nikon S8100 over the Olympus FE-47
S8100 | FE-47 | |||
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Launched | September 2010 | ![]() | January 2010 | Fresher by 9 months |
Display dimensions | 3" | ![]() | 2.7" | Larger display (+0.3") |
Display resolution | 921k | ![]() | 230k | Crisper display (+691k dot) |
Reasons to pick Olympus FE-47 over the Nikon S8100
FE-47 | S8100 |
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Common features in the Nikon S8100 and Olympus FE-47
S8100 | FE-47 | |||
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Manually focus | ![]() | Lack of manual focusing | ||
Display type | Fixed | ![]() | Fixed | Fixed display |
Selfie screen | ![]() | Lacking selfie screen | ||
Touch display | ![]() | Lacking Touch display |
Nikon S8100 vs Olympus FE-47 Physical Comparison
If you're aiming to carry your camera regularly, you will have to consider its weight and volume. The Nikon S8100 comes with external measurements of 104mm x 60mm x 30mm (4.1" x 2.4" x 1.2") and a weight of 180 grams (0.40 lbs) and the Olympus FE-47 has sizing of 98mm x 61mm x 27mm (3.9" x 2.4" x 1.1") having a weight of 204 grams (0.45 lbs).
Analyze the Nikon S8100 versus Olympus FE-47 in the new Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.
Remember that, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will change depending on the lens you are utilizing at that time. Here is a front view dimension comparison of the S8100 versus the FE-47.

Looking at size and weight, the portability score of the S8100 and FE-47 is 93 and 93 respectively.

Nikon S8100 vs Olympus FE-47 Sensor Comparison
Generally, it is very hard to visualise the gap between sensor sizing just by going over specifications. The visual underneath will help give you a much better sense of the sensor sizing in the S8100 and FE-47.
To sum up, the 2 cameras have the same sensor dimensions but not the same MP. You should anticipate the Olympus FE-47 to offer extra detail due to its extra 2 Megapixels. Greater resolution can also let you crop images a bit more aggressively. The more modern S8100 will have an edge with regard to sensor tech.

Nikon S8100 vs Olympus FE-47 Screen and ViewFinder


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Nikon S8100 vs Olympus FE-47 Specifications
Nikon Coolpix S8100 | Olympus FE-47 | |
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General Information | ||
Brand | Nikon | Olympus |
Model type | Nikon Coolpix S8100 | Olympus FE-47 |
Category | Small Sensor Compact | Small Sensor Compact |
Revealed | 2010-09-08 | 2010-01-07 |
Physical type | Compact | Compact |
Sensor Information | ||
Powered by | 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 megapixel | 14 megapixel |
Anti alias filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 4:3 and 16:9 | 4:3 and 16:9 |
Full resolution | 4000 x 3000 | 4288 x 3216 |
Max native ISO | 3200 | 1600 |
Minimum native ISO | 160 | 100 |
RAW pictures | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Focus manually | ||
Touch focus | ||
Autofocus continuous | ||
Autofocus single | ||
Tracking autofocus | ||
Autofocus selectice | ||
Autofocus center weighted | ||
Multi area autofocus | ||
Live view autofocus | ||
Face detect focus | ||
Contract detect focus | ||
Phase detect focus | ||
Lens | ||
Lens mount type | fixed lens | fixed lens |
Lens zoom range | 30-300mm (10.0x) | 36-180mm (5.0x) |
Highest aperture | f/3.5-5.6 | f/3.5-5.6 |
Macro focusing range | 1cm | 3cm |
Crop factor | 5.8 | 5.9 |
Screen | ||
Display type | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
Display sizing | 3 inch | 2.7 inch |
Display resolution | 921k dots | 230k dots |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch function | ||
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder | None | None |
Features | ||
Slowest shutter speed | 30 seconds | 4 seconds |
Maximum shutter speed | 1/8000 seconds | 1/2000 seconds |
Continuous shooting rate | 10.0fps | - |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Manual mode | ||
Set white balance | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Built-in flash | ||
Flash distance | - | 3.80 m |
Flash settings | - | Auto, On, Off, Red-eye, Fill-in |
Hot shoe | ||
AEB | ||
WB bracketing | ||
Exposure | ||
Multisegment | ||
Average | ||
Spot | ||
Partial | ||
AF area | ||
Center weighted | ||
Video features | ||
Video resolutions | 1920 x 1080 (30 fps), 1280 x 720 (60 fps), 640 x 480 (30 fps) | 640 x 480 (30 fps), 320 x 240 (30 fps) |
Max video resolution | 1920x1080 | 640x480 |
Video format | H.264 | Motion JPEG |
Mic support | ||
Headphone support | ||
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 proofing | ||
Dust proofing | ||
Shock proofing | ||
Crush proofing | ||
Freeze proofing | ||
Weight | 180g (0.40 pounds) | 204g (0.45 pounds) |
Physical dimensions | 104 x 60 x 30mm (4.1" x 2.4" x 1.2") | 98 x 61 x 27mm (3.9" x 2.4" x 1.1") |
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 shots | - |
Battery style | Battery Pack | - |
Battery ID | EN-EL12 | 2 x AA |
Self timer | Yes (10 or 2 sec) | Yes (2 or 12 seconds) |
Time lapse recording | ||
Type of storage | SD/SDHC | SD/SDHC, Internal |
Card slots | Single | Single |
Pricing at launch | $299 | $0 |