Olympus FE-45 vs Samsung PL200

In this write-up, we will be comparing the Olympus FE-45 and Samsung PL200, both Small Sensor Compact digital cameras by manufacturers Olympus and Samsung. There exists a large gap between the resolutions of the FE-45 (10MP) and PL200 (14MP) but they possess the same exact sensor dimensions (1/2.3").

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The FE-45 was released 18 months earlier than the PL200 which makes the cameras a generation away from one another. The two cameras offer the identical body type (Compact).

Before we go in to a step-by-step comparison, below is a simple overview of how the FE-45 matches up against the PL200 in relation to portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.

This is a preview of the gallery photos for Olympus FE-45 & Samsung PL200. The complete galleries are available at Olympus FE-45 Gallery & Samsung PL200 Gallery.

If you are looking to travel with your camera regularly, you will need to factor in its weight and size. The Olympus FE-45 provides exterior dimensions of 94mm x 62mm x 23mm (3.7" x 2.4" x 0.9") along with a weight of 142 grams (0.31 lbs) and the Samsung PL200 has specifications of 100mm x 60mm x 21mm (3.9" x 2.4" x 0.8") having a weight of 170 grams (0.37 lbs).

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Do not forget, the weight of an ILC will differ dependant on the lens you have at that time. Below is the front view dimension comparison of the FE-45 vs the PL200.

Considering dimensions and weight, the portability grade of the FE-45 and PL200 is 95 and 94 respectively.

Sometimes, it can be tough to imagine the difference between sensor dimensions purely by looking at a spec sheet. The picture here might provide you a better sense of the sensor dimensions in the FE-45 and PL200.

Clearly, both cameras enjoy the same exact sensor sizing albeit different resolution. You can count on the Samsung PL200 to resolve extra detail as a result of its extra 4 Megapixels. Higher resolution will allow you to crop shots far more aggressively. The more aged FE-45 is going to be disadvantaged in sensor tech.