Olympus FE-45 vs Olympus FE-47

In this write-up, we will be comparing the Olympus FE-45 versus Olympus FE-47, both Small Sensor Compact digital cameras and both are produced by Olympus. There exists a huge gap between the sensor resolutions of the FE-45 (10MP) and FE-47 (14MP) but they enjoy the same exact sensor sizes (1/2.3").

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The FE-45 was introduced 12 months before the FE-47 so they are of a similar generation. Both of the cameras offer the identical body type (Compact).

Before we go through a more detailed comparison, below is a quick summation of how the FE-45 scores vs the FE-47 in the way of portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.

This is a preview of the gallery images for Olympus FE-45 and Olympus FE-47. The whole galleries are provided at Olympus FE-45 Gallery and Olympus FE-47 Gallery.

For anyone who is looking to travel with your camera regularly, you will need to factor in its weight and measurements. The Olympus FE-45 offers exterior dimensions of 94mm x 62mm x 23mm (3.7" x 2.4" x 0.9") with a weight of 142 grams (0.31 lbs) and the Olympus FE-47 has proportions of 98mm x 61mm x 27mm (3.9" x 2.4" x 1.1") and a weight of 204 grams (0.45 lbs).

Compare the Olympus FE-45 versus Olympus FE-47 in the new Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Remember, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will change based on the lens you have chosen at the time. Here is the front view measurements comparison of the FE-45 vs the FE-47.

Taking into consideration dimensions and weight, the portability score of the FE-45 and FE-47 is 95 and 93 respectively.

More often than not, it can be difficult to visualise the contrast between sensor dimensions merely by reading specs. The image below will offer you a greater sense of the sensor sizes in the FE-45 and FE-47.

As you can plainly see, the 2 cameras enjoy the same exact sensor sizing albeit not the same megapixels. You should expect the Olympus FE-47 to offer you greater detail using its extra 4 Megapixels. Higher resolution will help you crop pictures far more aggressively. The more aged FE-45 is going to be behind with regard to sensor innovation.