Olympus FE-47 vs Olympus VG-120
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Olympus FE-47 vs Olympus VG-120 Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 14MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 2.7" Fixed Screen
- ISO 100 - 1600
- 640 x 480 video
- 36-180mm (F3.5-5.6) lens
- 204g - 98 x 61 x 27mm
- Introduced January 2010
(Full Review)
- 14MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 3" Fixed Screen
- ISO 80 - 1600
- 1280 x 720 video
- 26-130mm (F2.8-6.5) lens
- 120g - 96 x 57 x 19mm
- Announced January 2011
Olympus FE-47 vs Olympus VG-120 Overview
Here, we will be comparing the Olympus FE-47 and Olympus VG-120, one is a Small Sensor Compact and the latter is a Ultracompact and both of them are offered by Olympus. The sensor resolution of the FE-47 (14MP) and the VG-120 (14MP) is relatively similar and both cameras posses the identical sensor sizes (1/2.3").
Meta to Introduce 'AI-Generated' Labels for Media starting next monthThe FE-47 was announced 12 months prior to the VG-120 which means that they are of a similar generation. The two cameras feature different body design with the Olympus FE-47 being a Compact camera and the Olympus VG-120 being a Ultracompact camera.
Before getting into a complete comparison, here is a short view of how the FE-47 grades vs the VG-120 for portability, imaging, features and an overall score.
Olympus FE-47 vs Olympus VG-120 Gallery
Below is a preview of the gallery photos for Olympus FE-47 and Olympus VG-120. The whole galleries are provided at Olympus FE-47 Gallery and Olympus VG-120 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Olympus FE-47 over the Olympus VG-120
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Reasons to pick Olympus VG-120 over the Olympus FE-47
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Announced | January 2011 | January 2010 | More modern by 12 months | |
Screen size | 3" | 2.7" | Bigger screen (+0.3") |
Common features in the Olympus FE-47 and Olympus VG-120
FE-47 | VG-120 | |||
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Manually focus | Lack of manual focus | |||
Screen type | Fixed | Fixed | Fixed screen | |
Screen resolution | 230k | 230k | Equal screen resolution | |
Selfie screen | Neither comes with selfie screen | |||
Touch screen | Neither comes with Touch screen |
Olympus FE-47 vs Olympus VG-120 Physical Comparison
If you're going to carry around your camera, you have to take into account its weight and volume. The Olympus FE-47 comes with exterior 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 VG-120 has sizing of 96mm x 57mm x 19mm (3.8" x 2.2" x 0.7") with a weight of 120 grams (0.26 lbs).
Look at the Olympus FE-47 and Olympus VG-120 in the new Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.Keep in mind, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will vary based on the lens you have chosen at the time. Below is a front view size comparison of the FE-47 and the VG-120.
Considering dimensions and weight, the portability grade of the FE-47 and VG-120 is 93 and 96 respectively.
Olympus FE-47 vs Olympus VG-120 Sensor Comparison
Quite often, it can be tough to imagine the gap between sensor sizes simply by reading specifications. The pic here may offer you a more clear sense of the sensor sizing in the FE-47 and VG-120.
Plainly, both of those cameras feature the identical sensor size and the identical megapixels therefore you should expect similar quality of photos but you may want to consider the production date of the products into consideration. The more aged FE-47 is going to be behind with regard to sensor technology.
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Olympus FE-47 vs Olympus VG-120 Specifications
Olympus FE-47 | Olympus VG-120 | |
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General Information | ||
Manufacturer | Olympus | Olympus |
Model | Olympus FE-47 | Olympus VG-120 |
Category | Small Sensor Compact | Ultracompact |
Introduced | 2010-01-07 | 2011-01-06 |
Body design | Compact | Ultracompact |
Sensor Information | ||
Processor Chip | TruePic III | TruePic III |
Sensor type | CCD | CCD |
Sensor size | 1/2.3" | 1/2.3" |
Sensor dimensions | 6.08 x 4.56mm | 6.17 x 4.55mm |
Sensor surface area | 27.7mm² | 28.1mm² |
Sensor resolution | 14 megapixel | 14 megapixel |
Anti aliasing filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 4:3 and 16:9 | 4:3 |
Peak resolution | 4288 x 3216 | 4288 x 3216 |
Highest native ISO | 1600 | 1600 |
Min native ISO | 100 | 80 |
RAW files | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Focus manually | ||
Autofocus touch | ||
Continuous autofocus | ||
Autofocus single | ||
Tracking autofocus | ||
Autofocus selectice | ||
Center weighted autofocus | ||
Autofocus multi area | ||
Live view autofocus | ||
Face detection focus | ||
Contract detection focus | ||
Phase detection focus | ||
Lens | ||
Lens mount | fixed lens | fixed lens |
Lens focal range | 36-180mm (5.0x) | 26-130mm (5.0x) |
Max aperture | f/3.5-5.6 | f/2.8-6.5 |
Macro focus distance | 3cm | 7cm |
Focal length multiplier | 5.9 | 5.8 |
Screen | ||
Range of screen | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
Screen size | 2.7 inch | 3 inch |
Resolution of screen | 230k dot | 230k dot |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch screen | ||
Screen technology | - | TFT Color LCD |
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder | None | None |
Features | ||
Min shutter speed | 4 secs | 4 secs |
Max shutter speed | 1/2000 secs | 1/2000 secs |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Manual exposure | ||
Set white balance | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Built-in flash | ||
Flash range | 3.80 m | 4.40 m |
Flash modes | Auto, On, Off, Red-eye, Fill-in | Auto, On, Off, Red-Eye, Fill-in |
Hot shoe | ||
AEB | ||
White balance bracketing | ||
Exposure | ||
Multisegment metering | ||
Average metering | ||
Spot metering | ||
Partial metering | ||
AF area metering | ||
Center weighted metering | ||
Video features | ||
Supported video resolutions | 640 x 480 (30 fps), 320 x 240 (30 fps) | 1280 x 720 (30, 15fps), 640 x 480 (30, 15 fps), 320 x 240 (30, 15fps) |
Highest video resolution | 640x480 | 1280x720 |
Video data format | Motion JPEG | Motion JPEG |
Mic input | ||
Headphone input | ||
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 seal | ||
Water proof | ||
Dust proof | ||
Shock proof | ||
Crush proof | ||
Freeze proof | ||
Weight | 204g (0.45 lbs) | 120g (0.26 lbs) |
Physical dimensions | 98 x 61 x 27mm (3.9" x 2.4" x 1.1") | 96 x 57 x 19mm (3.8" x 2.2" x 0.7") |
DXO scores | ||
DXO Overall score | not tested | not tested |
DXO Color Depth score | not tested | not tested |
DXO Dynamic range score | not tested | not tested |
DXO Low light score | not tested | not tested |
Other | ||
Battery life | - | 160 photographs |
Battery format | - | Battery Pack |
Battery model | 2 x AA | LI-70B |
Self timer | Yes (2 or 12 seconds) | Yes (2 or 12 sec) |
Time lapse feature | ||
Storage media | SD/SDHC, Internal | SD/SDHC |
Storage slots | One | One |
Price at release | $0 | $190 |