Olympus FE-45 vs Olympus 8000

In this write-up, we will be analyzing the Olympus FE-45 and Olympus 8000, both Small Sensor Compact digital cameras and both of them are designed by Olympus. The sensor resolution of the FE-45 (10MP) and the 8000 (12MP) is pretty well matched and they possess the same exact sensor sizes (1/2.3").

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The FE-45 was introduced 5 months prior to the 8000 and they are both of a similar generation. Both the cameras offer the identical body type (Compact).

Before getting straight into a detailed comparison, below is a concise overview of how the FE-45 scores versus the 8000 in regards to portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.

This is a preview of the gallery images for Olympus FE-45 and Olympus Stylus Tough 8000. The whole galleries are available at Olympus FE-45 Gallery and Olympus 8000 Gallery.

For anyone who is going to lug around your camera frequently, you will want to consider its weight and volume. The Olympus FE-45 has outer dimensions of 94mm x 62mm x 23mm (3.7" x 2.4" x 0.9") and a weight of 142 grams (0.31 lbs) and the Olympus 8000 has sizing of 95mm x 62mm x 22mm (3.7" x 2.4" x 0.9") accompanied by a weight of 182 grams (0.40 lbs).

Look at the Olympus FE-45 and Olympus 8000 in the latest Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Don't forget, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will change dependant on the lens you are employing at that time. Underneath is the front view sizing comparison of the FE-45 versus the 8000.

Considering dimensions and weight, the portability score of the FE-45 and 8000 is 95 and 94 respectively.

Normally, it can be hard to envision the gap between sensor measurements purely by reading through a spec sheet. The photograph underneath might offer you a better sense of the sensor dimensions in the FE-45 and 8000.

As you can see, both of the cameras enjoy the same exact sensor sizing albeit not the same resolution. You should expect the Olympus 8000 to give you extra detail using its extra 2MP. Higher resolution will allow you to crop shots far more aggressively.