Olympus FE-45 vs Panasonic FX48

In this write-up, we will be matching up the Olympus FE-45 vs Panasonic FX48, both Small Sensor Compact digital cameras by rivals Olympus and Panasonic. The image resolution of the FE-45 (10MP) and the FX48 (12MP) is relatively well matched and they come with the same exact sensor size (1/2.3").

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The FE-45 was announced very close to the FX48 so they are of a similar generation. Both of these cameras offer the identical body type (Compact).

Before delving straight into a step-by-step comparison, below is a simple summary of how the FE-45 grades against the FX48 in terms of portability, imaging, features and an overall score.

This is a preview of the gallery photos for Olympus FE-45 and Panasonic Lumix DMC-FX48. The whole galleries are provided at Olympus FE-45 Gallery and Panasonic FX48 Gallery.

For anyone who is going to carry around your camera often, you will need to take into account its weight and size. 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 Panasonic FX48 has specifications of 95mm x 53mm x 22mm (3.7" x 2.1" x 0.9") accompanied by a weight of 150 grams (0.33 lbs).

Take a look at the Olympus FE-45 vs Panasonic FX48 in the latest Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Take into consideration, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will vary based on the lens you choose during that time. Here is the front view scale comparison of the FE-45 versus the FX48.

Taking into consideration size and weight, the portability score of the FE-45 and FX48 is 95 and 95 respectively.

In many cases, it's tough to see the difference between sensor sizes purely by looking at specs. The image below might offer you a more clear sense of the sensor sizes in the FE-45 and FX48.

As you can plainly see, each of the cameras enjoy the same exact sensor sizing albeit not the same MP. You should count on the Panasonic FX48 to give you greater detail with its extra 2 Megapixels. Higher resolution will make it easier to crop shots far more aggressively.