Olympus FE-47 vs Olympus SP-820UZ
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Olympus FE-47 vs Olympus SP-820UZ Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 14MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 2.7" Fixed Display
- ISO 100 - 1600
- 640 x 480 video
- 36-180mm (F3.5-5.6) lens
- 204g - 98 x 61 x 27mm
- Revealed January 2010
(Full Review)
- 14MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 3" Fixed Screen
- ISO 80 - 6400
- 1920 x 1080 video
- 22-896mm (F3.4-5.7) lens
- 485g - 117 x 78 x 93mm
- Introduced August 2012
- Old Model is Olympus SP-820UZ
- Updated by Olympus SP-820UZ
Olympus FE-47 vs Olympus SP-820UZ Overview
Following is a extended review of the Olympus FE-47 and Olympus SP-820UZ, one is a Small Sensor Compact and the latter is a Small Sensor Superzoom and both of them are sold by Olympus. The image resolution of the FE-47 (14MP) and the SP-820UZ (14MP) is pretty comparable and they enjoy the same exact sensor sizes (1/2.3").
Apple Innovates by Creating Next-Level Optical Stabilization for iPhoneThe FE-47 was released 3 years earlier than the SP-820UZ which is a fairly serious gap as far as camera technology is concerned. Each of these cameras offer the identical body type (Compact).
Before diving straight into a comprehensive comparison, below is a concise summary of how the FE-47 grades versus the SP-820UZ when it comes to portability, imaging, features and an overall score.
Olympus FE-47 vs Olympus SP-820UZ Gallery
Here is a preview of the gallery images for Olympus FE-47 and Olympus Stylus SP-820UZ. The complete galleries are viewable at Olympus FE-47 Gallery and Olympus SP-820UZ Gallery.
Reasons to pick Olympus FE-47 over the Olympus SP-820UZ
FE-47 | SP-820UZ |
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Reasons to pick Olympus SP-820UZ over the Olympus FE-47
SP-820UZ | FE-47 | |||
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Introduced | August 2012 | January 2010 | More modern by 31 months | |
Screen sizing | 3" | 2.7" | Bigger screen (+0.3") | |
Screen resolution | 460k | 230k | Clearer screen (+230k dot) |
Common features in the Olympus FE-47 and Olympus SP-820UZ
FE-47 | SP-820UZ | |||
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Focus manually | No manual focus | |||
Screen type | Fixed | Fixed | Fixed screen | |
Selfie screen | Neither features selfie screen | |||
Touch friendly screen | Neither features Touch friendly screen |
Olympus FE-47 vs Olympus SP-820UZ Physical Comparison
For anybody who is aiming to carry around your camera frequently, you need to take into account its weight and volume. The Olympus FE-47 enjoys physical measurements of 98mm x 61mm x 27mm (3.9" x 2.4" x 1.1") and a weight of 204 grams (0.45 lbs) and the Olympus SP-820UZ has sizing of 117mm x 78mm x 93mm (4.6" x 3.1" x 3.7") accompanied by a weight of 485 grams (1.07 lbs).
Examine the Olympus FE-47 and Olympus SP-820UZ in the all new Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.Take into consideration, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will differ based on the lens you are using at that moment. Underneath is the front view scale comparison of the FE-47 versus the SP-820UZ.
Taking into consideration dimensions and weight, the portability score of the FE-47 and SP-820UZ is 93 and 69 respectively.
Olympus FE-47 vs Olympus SP-820UZ Sensor Comparison
More often than not, its tough to visualise the gap in sensor sizes merely by seeing a spec sheet. The image underneath may give you a more clear sense of the sensor sizing in the FE-47 and SP-820UZ.
As you can see, the two cameras enjoy the same exact sensor sizing and the identical MP and you should expect comparable quality of images though you should factor the release date of the cameras into account. The more aged FE-47 will be disadvantaged when it comes to sensor technology.
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Olympus FE-47 vs Olympus SP-820UZ Specifications
Olympus FE-47 | Olympus Stylus SP-820UZ | |
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General Information | ||
Manufacturer | Olympus | Olympus |
Model type | Olympus FE-47 | Olympus Stylus SP-820UZ |
Category | Small Sensor Compact | Small Sensor Superzoom |
Revealed | 2010-01-07 | 2012-08-21 |
Physical type | Compact | Compact |
Sensor Information | ||
Processor Chip | TruePic III | - |
Sensor type | CCD | CMOS |
Sensor size | 1/2.3" | 1/2.3" |
Sensor measurements | 6.08 x 4.56mm | 6.17 x 4.55mm |
Sensor area | 27.7mm² | 28.1mm² |
Sensor resolution | 14 megapixels | 14 megapixels |
Anti alias filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 4:3 and 16:9 | 4:3 and 16:9 |
Peak resolution | 4288 x 3216 | 4288 x 3216 |
Highest native ISO | 1600 | 6400 |
Min native ISO | 100 | 80 |
RAW pictures | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Focus manually | ||
AF touch | ||
AF continuous | ||
Single AF | ||
AF tracking | ||
Selective AF | ||
Center weighted AF | ||
Multi area AF | ||
AF live view | ||
Face detect focusing | ||
Contract detect focusing | ||
Phase detect focusing | ||
Cross type focus points | - | - |
Lens | ||
Lens mount type | fixed lens | fixed lens |
Lens zoom range | 36-180mm (5.0x) | 22-896mm (40.7x) |
Maximal aperture | f/3.5-5.6 | f/3.4-5.7 |
Macro focusing range | 3cm | 1cm |
Focal length multiplier | 5.9 | 5.8 |
Screen | ||
Display type | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
Display diagonal | 2.7" | 3" |
Display resolution | 230k dots | 460k dots |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch display | ||
Display tech | - | TFT Color LCD |
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder type | None | None |
Features | ||
Minimum shutter speed | 4 secs | 4 secs |
Fastest shutter speed | 1/2000 secs | 1/2000 secs |
Continuous shutter rate | - | 2.0fps |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Manually set exposure | ||
Custom WB | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Inbuilt flash | ||
Flash distance | 3.80 m | 15.00 m |
Flash settings | Auto, On, Off, Red-eye, Fill-in | Auto, On, Off, Red-Eye, Fill-in |
Hot shoe | ||
AEB | ||
WB bracketing | ||
Exposure | ||
Multisegment | ||
Average | ||
Spot | ||
Partial | ||
AF area | ||
Center weighted | ||
Video features | ||
Video resolutions | 640 x 480 (30 fps), 320 x 240 (30 fps) | 1920 x 1080 (30 fps), 1280 x 720 (30 fps), 640 x 480 (30, 120 fps), 320 x 180 (30, 240 fps) |
Highest video resolution | 640x480 | 1920x1080 |
Video format | Motion JPEG | MPEG-4, H.264 |
Microphone 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 proofing | ||
Dust proofing | ||
Shock proofing | ||
Crush proofing | ||
Freeze proofing | ||
Weight | 204 grams (0.45 pounds) | 485 grams (1.07 pounds) |
Dimensions | 98 x 61 x 27mm (3.9" x 2.4" x 1.1") | 117 x 78 x 93mm (4.6" x 3.1" x 3.7") |
DXO scores | ||
DXO Overall rating | not tested | not tested |
DXO Color Depth rating | not tested | not tested |
DXO Dynamic range rating | not tested | not tested |
DXO Low light rating | not tested | not tested |
Other | ||
Battery ID | 2 x AA | - |
Self timer | Yes (2 or 12 seconds) | Yes (2 or 12 sec, pet auto shutter) |
Time lapse feature | ||
Type of storage | SD/SDHC, Internal | SD/SDHC/SDXC |
Card slots | Single | Single |
Pricing at release | $0 | $299 |