Olympus E-410 vs Olympus FE-47

In this write-up, we are contrasting the Olympus E-410 vs Olympus FE-47, one being a Entry-Level DSLR and the other is a Small Sensor Compact and both are created by Olympus. There is a crucial difference between the resolutions of the E-410 (10MP) and FE-47 (14MP) and the E-410 (Four Thirds) and FE-47 (1/2.3") enjoy totally different sensor sizing.

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The E-410 was revealed 3 years prior to the FE-47 and that is quite a serious gap as far as tech is concerned. The two cameras offer different body type with the Olympus E-410 being a Compact SLR camera and the Olympus FE-47 being a Compact camera.

Before delving through a in depth comparison, below is a simple overview of how the E-410 matches up against the FE-47 in the way of portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

Here is a sample of the gallery pictures for Olympus E-410 and Olympus FE-47. The full galleries are provided at Olympus E-410 Gallery and Olympus FE-47 Gallery.

For those who are planning to carry your camera, you have to consider its weight and measurements. The Olympus E-410 offers exterior measurements of 130mm x 91mm x 53mm (5.1" x 3.6" x 2.1") along with a weight of 435 grams (0.96 lbs) while the Olympus FE-47 has proportions of 98mm x 61mm x 27mm (3.9" x 2.4" x 1.1") with a weight of 204 grams (0.45 lbs).

Check the Olympus E-410 vs Olympus FE-47 in the latest Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Bear in mind, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will change depending on the lens you are employing at that moment. Underneath is the front view over all size comparison of the E-410 against the FE-47.

Considering size and weight, the portability score of the E-410 and FE-47 is 77 and 93 respectively.

Generally, it is very tough to envision the contrast between sensor sizing just by reading a spec sheet. The visual below will help offer you a more clear sense of the sensor measurements in the E-410 and FE-47.

As you can see, both of the cameras enjoy different megapixel count and different sensor sizing. The E-410 with its larger sensor will make achieving shallower DOF easier and the Olympus FE-47 will deliver more detail because of its extra 4MP. Greater resolution can also allow you to crop photos far more aggressively. The older E-410 is going to be behind with regard to sensor tech.