Olympus FE-47 vs Olympus SP-610UZ

On this page, we are evaluating the Olympus FE-47 and Olympus SP-610UZ, former is a Small Sensor Compact while the other is a Small Sensor Superzoom and both are built by Olympus. The image resolution of the FE-47 (14MP) and the SP-610UZ (14MP) is fairly well matched and both cameras offer the same sensor dimensions (1/2.3").

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The FE-47 was brought out 12 months before the SP-610UZ and they are of a similar age. Each of the cameras have the same body design (Compact).

Before going right into a step-by-step comparison, here is a concise overview of how the FE-47 grades against the SP-610UZ with regard to portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.

Following is a sample of the gallery pictures for Olympus FE-47 & Olympus SP-610UZ. The entire galleries are viewable at Olympus FE-47 Gallery & Olympus SP-610UZ Gallery.

For anyone who is going to travel with your camera regularly, you'll need to factor in its weight and measurements. The Olympus FE-47 has got exterior dimensions of 98mm x 61mm x 27mm (3.9" x 2.4" x 1.1") and a weight of 204 grams (0.45 lbs) while the Olympus SP-610UZ has proportions of 107mm x 73mm x 73mm (4.2" x 2.9" x 2.9") with a weight of 405 grams (0.89 lbs).

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Take into consideration, the weight of an ILC will change dependant on the lens you are employing at that moment. Underneath is a front view over all size comparison of the FE-47 and the SP-610UZ.

Looking at dimensions and weight, the portability grade of the FE-47 and SP-610UZ is 93 and 79 respectively.

Quite often, it is very difficult to see the difference between sensor dimensions purely by reading through technical specs. The picture underneath might offer you a more clear sense of the sensor dimensions in the FE-47 and SP-610UZ.

As you can tell, both cameras have the same sensor dimensions and the same MP and you can expect similar quality of pictures however you should always take the launch date of the products into consideration. The more aged FE-47 is going to be disadvantaged when it comes to sensor technology.