Olympus FE-47 vs Panasonic G9
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Olympus FE-47 vs Panasonic G9 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
- Announced January 2010
(Full Review)
- 20MP - Four Thirds Sensor
- 3" Fully Articulated Display
- ISO 200 - 25600
- Sensor based 5-axis Image Stabilization
- No Anti-Alias Filter
- 1/8000s Max Shutter
- 3840 x 2160 video
- Micro Four Thirds Mount
- 658g - 137 x 97 x 92mm
- Launched November 2017
Olympus FE-47 vs Panasonic G9 Overview
Here, we are reviewing the Olympus FE-47 and Panasonic G9, one is a Small Sensor Compact and the other is a Pro Mirrorless by competitors Olympus and Panasonic. There exists a sizeable gap between the resolutions of the FE-47 (14MP) and G9 (20MP) and the FE-47 (1/2.3") and G9 (Four Thirds) posses different sensor sizes.
Photobucket discusses licensing 13 billion images with AI firmsThe FE-47 was released 8 years earlier than the G9 which is quite a large gap as far as technology is concerned. Each of the cameras feature different body design with the Olympus FE-47 being a Compact camera and the Panasonic G9 being a SLR-style mirrorless camera.
Before delving into a detailed comparison, here is a simple synopsis of how the FE-47 grades vs the G9 in regards to portability, imaging, features and an overall score.
Olympus FE-47 vs Panasonic G9 Gallery
Here is a sample of the gallery pics for Olympus FE-47 and Panasonic Lumix DC-G9. The complete galleries are viewable at Olympus FE-47 Gallery and Panasonic G9 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Olympus FE-47 over the Panasonic G9
FE-47 | G9 |
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Reasons to pick Panasonic G9 over the Olympus FE-47
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Launched | November 2017 | January 2010 | More modern by 95 months | |
Focus manually | Very accurate focusing | |||
Display type | Fully Articulated | Fixed | Fully Articulating display | |
Display size | 3" | 2.7" | Larger display (+0.3") | |
Display resolution | 1040k | 230k | Clearer display (+810k dot) | |
Selfie screen | Take selfies | |||
Touch display | Easily navigate |
Common features in the Olympus FE-47 and Panasonic G9
FE-47 | G9 |
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Olympus FE-47 vs Panasonic G9 Physical Comparison
For those who are intending to carry around your camera regularly, you will want to factor in its weight and size. The Olympus FE-47 enjoys exterior dimensions of 98mm x 61mm x 27mm (3.9" x 2.4" x 1.1") accompanied by a weight of 204 grams (0.45 lbs) and the Panasonic G9 has specifications of 137mm x 97mm x 92mm (5.4" x 3.8" x 3.6") having a weight of 658 grams (1.45 lbs).
Examine the Olympus FE-47 and Panasonic G9 in the all new Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.Take into consideration, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will vary based on the lens you have at that time. Underneath is a front view size comparison of the FE-47 and the G9.
Taking into consideration dimensions and weight, the portability score of the FE-47 and G9 is 93 and 62 respectively.
Olympus FE-47 vs Panasonic G9 Sensor Comparison
Quite often, it is difficult to picture the contrast between sensor sizes purely by reading technical specs. The image underneath might give you a much better sense of the sensor sizes in the FE-47 and G9.
As you have seen, each of the cameras come with different megapixels and different sensor sizes. The FE-47 featuring a tinier sensor is going to make shooting bokeh harder and the Panasonic G9 will offer extra detail as a result of its extra 6MP. Greater resolution can also let you crop images a good deal more aggressively. The more aged FE-47 is going to be disadvantaged when it comes to sensor innovation.
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Olympus FE-47 vs Panasonic G9 Specifications
Olympus FE-47 | Panasonic Lumix DC-G9 | |
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General Information | ||
Brand Name | Olympus | Panasonic |
Model type | Olympus FE-47 | Panasonic Lumix DC-G9 |
Type | Small Sensor Compact | Pro Mirrorless |
Announced | 2010-01-07 | 2017-11-08 |
Physical type | Compact | SLR-style mirrorless |
Sensor Information | ||
Processor | TruePic III | - |
Sensor type | CCD | CMOS |
Sensor size | 1/2.3" | Four Thirds |
Sensor dimensions | 6.08 x 4.56mm | 17.3 x 13mm |
Sensor surface area | 27.7mm² | 224.9mm² |
Sensor resolution | 14 megapixel | 20 megapixel |
Anti alias filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 4:3 and 16:9 | 1:1, 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 |
Peak resolution | 4288 x 3216 | 5184 x 3888 |
Highest native ISO | 1600 | 25600 |
Lowest native ISO | 100 | 200 |
RAW support | ||
Lowest enhanced ISO | - | 100 |
Autofocusing | ||
Focus manually | ||
Touch to focus | ||
Continuous autofocus | ||
Autofocus single | ||
Tracking autofocus | ||
Autofocus selectice | ||
Center weighted autofocus | ||
Autofocus multi area | ||
Live view autofocus | ||
Face detect autofocus | ||
Contract detect autofocus | ||
Phase detect autofocus | ||
Total focus points | - | 225 |
Lens | ||
Lens support | fixed lens | Micro Four Thirds |
Lens zoom range | 36-180mm (5.0x) | - |
Highest aperture | f/3.5-5.6 | - |
Macro focusing range | 3cm | - |
Available lenses | - | 107 |
Crop factor | 5.9 | 2.1 |
Screen | ||
Display type | Fixed Type | Fully Articulated |
Display diagonal | 2.7" | 3" |
Display resolution | 230 thousand dots | 1,040 thousand dots |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch display | ||
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder type | None | Electronic |
Viewfinder resolution | - | 3,680 thousand dots |
Viewfinder coverage | - | 100% |
Viewfinder magnification | - | 0.83x |
Features | ||
Minimum shutter speed | 4s | 60s |
Fastest shutter speed | 1/2000s | 1/8000s |
Fastest quiet shutter speed | - | 1/32000s |
Continuous shutter rate | - | 20.0 frames per sec |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Expose Manually | ||
Exposure compensation | - | Yes |
Set white balance | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Integrated flash | ||
Flash distance | 3.80 m | no built-in flash |
Flash options | Auto, On, Off, Red-eye, Fill-in | Auto, Auto/Red-eye Reduction, Forced On, Forced On/Red-eye Reduction, Slow Sync., Slow Sync./Red-eye Reduction, Forced Off |
External flash | ||
Auto exposure bracketing | ||
WB bracketing | ||
Exposure | ||
Multisegment exposure | ||
Average exposure | ||
Spot exposure | ||
Partial exposure | ||
AF area exposure | ||
Center weighted exposure | ||
Video features | ||
Video resolutions | 640 x 480 (30 fps), 320 x 240 (30 fps) | 3840 x 2160 @ 60p / 150 Mbps, MP4, H.264, Linear PCM |
Highest video resolution | 640x480 | 3840x2160 |
Video data format | Motion JPEG | MPEG-4, AVCHD, H.264 |
Mic support | ||
Headphone support | ||
Connectivity | ||
Wireless | None | Built-In |
Bluetooth | ||
NFC | ||
HDMI | ||
USB | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) | USB 3.0 (5 GBit/sec) |
GPS | None | None |
Physical | ||
Environment sealing | ||
Water proofing | ||
Dust proofing | ||
Shock proofing | ||
Crush proofing | ||
Freeze proofing | ||
Weight | 204 gr (0.45 lbs) | 658 gr (1.45 lbs) |
Physical dimensions | 98 x 61 x 27mm (3.9" x 2.4" x 1.1") | 137 x 97 x 92mm (5.4" x 3.8" x 3.6") |
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 life | - | 400 pictures |
Battery style | - | Battery Pack |
Battery ID | 2 x AA | DMW-BLF19 |
Self timer | Yes (2 or 12 seconds) | Yes |
Time lapse feature | ||
Type of storage | SD/SDHC, Internal | Dual SD/SDHC/SDXC slots (UHS-II supported) |
Card slots | One | Dual |
Retail pricing | $0 | $1,500 |