Olympus FE-45 vs Olympus E-PM1
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Olympus FE-45 vs Olympus E-PM1 Key Specs
(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
- Introduced January 2009
(Full Review)
- 12MP - Four Thirds Sensor
- 3" Fixed Screen
- ISO 100 - 12800
- Sensor based Image Stabilization
- 1920 x 1080 video
- Micro Four Thirds Mount
- 265g - 110 x 64 x 34mm
- Launched November 2011
- Replacement is Olympus E-PM2
Olympus FE-45 vs Olympus E-PM1 Overview
In this write-up, we will be matching up the Olympus FE-45 vs Olympus E-PM1, former is a Small Sensor Compact while the latter is a Entry-Level Mirrorless and both of them are created by Olympus. The resolution of the FE-45 (10MP) and the E-PM1 (12MP) is relatively well matched but the FE-45 (1/2.3") and E-PM1 (Four Thirds) enjoy totally different sensor dimensions.
Samsung Releases Faster Versions of EVO MicroSD CardsThe FE-45 was brought out 3 years prior to the E-PM1 which is quite a big difference as far as tech is concerned. Each of the cameras offer different body type with the Olympus FE-45 being a Compact camera and the Olympus E-PM1 being a Rangefinder-style mirrorless camera.
Before we go straight into a step-by-step comparison, below is a brief highlight of how the FE-45 scores against the E-PM1 in regards to portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.
Olympus FE-45 vs Olympus E-PM1 Gallery
The following is a preview of the gallery photos for Olympus FE-45 & Olympus PEN E-PM1. The entire galleries are viewable at Olympus FE-45 Gallery & Olympus E-PM1 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Olympus FE-45 over the Olympus E-PM1
FE-45 | E-PM1 |
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Reasons to pick Olympus E-PM1 over the Olympus FE-45
E-PM1 | FE-45 | |||
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Launched | November 2011 | January 2009 | Newer by 35 months | |
Manual focus | More accurate focusing | |||
Screen sizing | 3" | 2.5" | Bigger screen (+0.5") | |
Screen resolution | 460k | 230k | Clearer screen (+230k dot) |
Common features in the Olympus FE-45 and Olympus E-PM1
FE-45 | E-PM1 | |||
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Screen type | Fixed | Fixed | Fixed screen | |
Selfie screen | Lack of selfie screen | |||
Touch screen | Lack of Touch screen |
Olympus FE-45 vs Olympus E-PM1 Physical Comparison
For anyone who is going to travel with your camera often, you are going to need to think about its weight and proportions. The Olympus FE-45 offers outside dimensions of 94mm x 62mm x 23mm (3.7" x 2.4" x 0.9") accompanied by a weight of 142 grams (0.31 lbs) while the Olympus E-PM1 has measurements of 110mm x 64mm x 34mm (4.3" x 2.5" x 1.3") accompanied by a weight of 265 grams (0.58 lbs).
Contrast the Olympus FE-45 vs Olympus E-PM1 in our completely new Camera & Lens Size Comparison Tool.Do not forget, the weight of an ILC will change based on the lens you are working with during that time. Underneath is the front view dimension comparison of the FE-45 against the E-PM1.
Using size and weight, the portability grade of the FE-45 and E-PM1 is 95 and 89 respectively.
Olympus FE-45 vs Olympus E-PM1 Sensor Comparison
Generally, it's hard to envision the contrast between sensor dimensions just by reading through technical specs. The pic below may provide you a better sense of the sensor dimensions in the FE-45 and E-PM1.
As you can tell, each of the cameras offer different megapixel count and different sensor dimensions. The FE-45 featuring a tinier sensor will make shooting bokeh more challenging and the Olympus E-PM1 will resolve extra detail having its extra 2 Megapixels. Higher resolution will also enable you to crop pictures a little more aggressively. The more aged FE-45 is going to be disadvantaged with regard to sensor innovation.
Olympus FE-45 vs Olympus E-PM1 Screen and ViewFinder
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Olympus FE-45 vs Olympus E-PM1 Specifications
Olympus FE-45 | Olympus PEN E-PM1 | |
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General Information | ||
Manufacturer | Olympus | Olympus |
Model | Olympus FE-45 | Olympus PEN E-PM1 |
Class | Small Sensor Compact | Entry-Level Mirrorless |
Introduced | 2009-01-07 | 2011-11-23 |
Physical type | Compact | Rangefinder-style mirrorless |
Sensor Information | ||
Processor | - | TruePic VI |
Sensor type | CCD | CMOS |
Sensor size | 1/2.3" | Four Thirds |
Sensor dimensions | 6.08 x 4.56mm | 17.3 x 13mm |
Sensor area | 27.7mm² | 224.9mm² |
Sensor resolution | 10MP | 12MP |
Anti aliasing filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 16:9, 4:3 and 3:2 | 4:3 |
Highest Possible resolution | 3648 x 2736 | 4032 x 3024 |
Maximum native ISO | 1600 | 12800 |
Min native ISO | 64 | 100 |
RAW pictures | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Manual focus | ||
Touch to focus | ||
Continuous AF | ||
Single AF | ||
AF tracking | ||
Selective AF | ||
AF center weighted | ||
AF multi area | ||
AF live view | ||
Face detection focusing | ||
Contract detection focusing | ||
Phase detection focusing | ||
Number of focus points | - | 35 |
Lens | ||
Lens mounting type | fixed lens | Micro Four Thirds |
Lens focal range | 36-108mm (3.0x) | - |
Max aperture | f/3.1-5.9 | - |
Macro focus distance | 5cm | - |
Available lenses | - | 107 |
Focal length multiplier | 5.9 | 2.1 |
Screen | ||
Screen type | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
Screen diagonal | 2.5 inches | 3 inches |
Resolution of screen | 230k dots | 460k dots |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch function | ||
Screen technology | - | HyperCrystal LCD AR(Anti-Reflective) coating |
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder type | None | Electronic (optional) |
Features | ||
Minimum shutter speed | 4 secs | 60 secs |
Fastest shutter speed | 1/2000 secs | 1/4000 secs |
Continuous shutter rate | - | 6.0 frames per sec |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Manual mode | ||
Exposure compensation | - | Yes |
Set WB | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Integrated flash | ||
Flash range | - | no built-in flash |
Flash settings | Auto, Fill-in, Red-Eye reduction, Off, On | Auto, On, Off, Red-Eye, Fill-in, Slow Sync, Manual (3 levels) |
External flash | ||
AEB | ||
White balance bracketing | ||
Fastest flash synchronize | - | 1/160 secs |
Exposure | ||
Multisegment exposure | ||
Average exposure | ||
Spot exposure | ||
Partial exposure | ||
AF area exposure | ||
Center weighted exposure | ||
Video features | ||
Supported video resolutions | 640 x 480 (30, 15 fps), 320 x 240 (30, 15 fps) | 1920 x 1080 (60 fps), 1280 x 720 (60, 30 fps), 640 x 480 (30 fps) |
Maximum video resolution | 640x480 | 1920x1080 |
Video data format | Motion JPEG | AVCHD, Motion JPEG |
Mic port | ||
Headphone port | ||
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 sealing | ||
Water proof | ||
Dust proof | ||
Shock proof | ||
Crush proof | ||
Freeze proof | ||
Weight | 142 gr (0.31 lbs) | 265 gr (0.58 lbs) |
Dimensions | 94 x 62 x 23mm (3.7" x 2.4" x 0.9") | 110 x 64 x 34mm (4.3" x 2.5" x 1.3") |
DXO scores | ||
DXO Overall score | not tested | 52 |
DXO Color Depth score | not tested | 21.0 |
DXO Dynamic range score | not tested | 10.3 |
DXO Low light score | not tested | 499 |
Other | ||
Battery life | - | 330 images |
Form of battery | - | Battery Pack |
Battery model | - | BLS-5 |
Self timer | Yes (12 seconds) | Yes (2 or 12 sec) |
Time lapse feature | ||
Storage type | xD-Picture Card, microSD, internal | SD/SDHC/SDXC |
Card slots | One | One |
Launch cost | $130 | $499 |