Olympus FE-47 vs Olympus TG-820 iHS
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92 Imaging
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Olympus FE-47 vs Olympus TG-820 iHS 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
- Launched January 2010
(Full Review)
- 12MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 3" Fixed Screen
- ISO 100 - 6400
- Sensor-shift Image Stabilization
- 1920 x 1080 video
- 28-140mm (F3.9-5.9) lens
- 206g - 101 x 65 x 26mm
- Revealed February 2012

Olympus FE-47 vs Olympus TG-820 iHS Overview
Here, we will be reviewing the Olympus FE-47 versus Olympus TG-820 iHS, one being a Small Sensor Compact and the latter is a Waterproof and both of them are created by Olympus. The sensor resolution of the FE-47 (14MP) and the TG-820 iHS (12MP) is relatively close and both cameras offer the identical sensor size (1/2.3").

The FE-47 was introduced 3 years before the TG-820 iHS and that is a fairly big gap as far as camera technology is concerned. Both of these cameras feature the same body design (Compact).
Before going into a in depth comparison, here is a brief synopsis of how the FE-47 grades versus the TG-820 iHS with respect to portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

Olympus FE-47 vs Olympus TG-820 iHS Gallery
Below is a preview of the gallery photos for Olympus FE-47 and Olympus TG-820 iHS. The whole galleries are available at Olympus FE-47 Gallery and Olympus TG-820 iHS Gallery.
Reasons to pick Olympus FE-47 over the Olympus TG-820 iHS
FE-47 | TG-820 iHS |
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Reasons to pick Olympus TG-820 iHS over the Olympus FE-47
TG-820 iHS | FE-47 | |||
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Revealed | February 2012 | ![]() | January 2010 | Fresher by 25 months |
Screen size | 3" | ![]() | 2.7" | Bigger screen (+0.3") |
Screen resolution | 1030k | ![]() | 230k | Clearer screen (+800k dot) |
Common features in the Olympus FE-47 and Olympus TG-820 iHS
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Focus manually | ![]() | Lack of manual focusing | ||
Screen type | Fixed | ![]() | Fixed | Fixed screen |
Selfie screen | ![]() | Lack of selfie screen | ||
Touch screen | ![]() | Lack of Touch screen |
Olympus FE-47 vs Olympus TG-820 iHS Physical Comparison
If you are planning to carry your camera frequently, you have to take into account its weight and dimensions. The Olympus FE-47 enjoys outer dimensions of 98mm x 61mm x 27mm (3.9" x 2.4" x 1.1") and a weight of 204 grams (0.45 lbs) whilst the Olympus TG-820 iHS has dimensions of 101mm x 65mm x 26mm (4.0" x 2.6" x 1.0") having a weight of 206 grams (0.45 lbs).
Compare the Olympus FE-47 versus Olympus TG-820 iHS in the new Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.
Do not forget, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will change dependant on the lens you are employing at that time. Underneath is a front view dimension comparison of the FE-47 and the TG-820 iHS.

Factoring in dimensions and weight, the portability rating of the FE-47 and TG-820 iHS is 93 and 92 respectively.

Olympus FE-47 vs Olympus TG-820 iHS Sensor Comparison
Sometimes, it's difficult to see the gap in sensor sizing only by viewing technical specs. The graphic here might offer you a stronger sense of the sensor sizes in the FE-47 and TG-820 iHS.
As you can tell, each of these cameras come with the identical sensor size albeit not the same megapixels. You should count on the Olympus FE-47 to result in more detail using its extra 2 Megapixels. Higher resolution will also enable you to crop shots a good deal more aggressively. The older FE-47 will be disadvantaged in sensor tech.

Olympus FE-47 vs Olympus TG-820 iHS Screen and ViewFinder


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Olympus FE-47 vs Olympus TG-820 iHS Specifications
Olympus FE-47 | Olympus TG-820 iHS | |
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General Information | ||
Make | Olympus | Olympus |
Model type | Olympus FE-47 | Olympus TG-820 iHS |
Type | Small Sensor Compact | Waterproof |
Launched | 2010-01-07 | 2012-02-08 |
Physical type | Compact | Compact |
Sensor Information | ||
Chip | TruePic III | TruePic VI |
Sensor type | CCD | CMOS |
Sensor size | 1/2.3" | 1/2.3" |
Sensor dimensions | 6.08 x 4.56mm | 6.17 x 4.55mm |
Sensor area | 27.7mm² | 28.1mm² |
Sensor resolution | 14 megapixels | 12 megapixels |
Anti alias filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 4:3 and 16:9 | - |
Full resolution | 4288 x 3216 | 3968 x 2976 |
Max native ISO | 1600 | 6400 |
Minimum native ISO | 100 | 100 |
RAW pictures | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Focus manually | ||
Touch to focus | ||
Autofocus continuous | ||
Autofocus single | ||
Tracking autofocus | ||
Autofocus selectice | ||
Center weighted autofocus | ||
Multi area autofocus | ||
Live view autofocus | ||
Face detect autofocus | ||
Contract detect autofocus | ||
Phase detect autofocus | ||
Lens | ||
Lens mount type | fixed lens | fixed lens |
Lens zoom range | 36-180mm (5.0x) | 28-140mm (5.0x) |
Max aperture | f/3.5-5.6 | f/3.9-5.9 |
Macro focusing range | 3cm | 1cm |
Crop factor | 5.9 | 5.8 |
Screen | ||
Display type | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
Display sizing | 2.7 inches | 3 inches |
Display resolution | 230 thousand dots | 1,030 thousand dots |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch capability | ||
Display technology | - | HyperCrystal III TFT Color LCD |
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder type | None | None |
Features | ||
Slowest shutter speed | 4s | 4s |
Maximum shutter speed | 1/2000s | 1/2000s |
Continuous shooting rate | - | 5.0fps |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Manual mode | ||
Change white balance | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Built-in flash | ||
Flash distance | 3.80 m | 3.50 m |
Flash settings | Auto, On, Off, Red-eye, Fill-in | Auto, On, Off, Red-Eye, Fill-in |
External flash | ||
AEB | ||
White balance bracketing | ||
Exposure | ||
Multisegment metering | ||
Average metering | ||
Spot metering | ||
Partial metering | ||
AF area metering | ||
Center weighted metering | ||
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 fps), 320 x 180 (30fps) |
Max video resolution | 640x480 | 1920x1080 |
Video data format | Motion JPEG | MPEG-4, H.264 |
Mic support | ||
Headphone support | ||
Connectivity | ||
Wireless | None | None |
Bluetooth | ||
NFC | ||
HDMI | ||
USB | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) |
GPS | None | None |
Physical | ||
Environment sealing | ||
Water proofing | ||
Dust proofing | ||
Shock proofing | ||
Crush proofing | ||
Freeze proofing | ||
Weight | 204 gr (0.45 lbs) | 206 gr (0.45 lbs) |
Physical dimensions | 98 x 61 x 27mm (3.9" x 2.4" x 1.1") | 101 x 65 x 26mm (4.0" x 2.6" x 1.0") |
DXO scores | ||
DXO All around 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 life | - | 220 photos |
Battery style | - | Battery Pack |
Battery ID | 2 x AA | LI-50B |
Self timer | Yes (2 or 12 seconds) | Yes (2 or 12 sec, pet auto shutter) |
Time lapse recording | ||
Type of storage | SD/SDHC, Internal | SD/SDHC/SDXC |
Card slots | 1 | 1 |
Retail price | $0 | $500 |