Olympus FE-47 vs Panasonic ZS200

In this article, we are analyzing the Olympus FE-47 versus Panasonic ZS200, one being a Small Sensor Compact and the other is a Large Sensor Compact by brands Olympus and Panasonic. There exists a huge gap among the resolutions of the FE-47 (14MP) and ZS200 (20MP) and the FE-47 (1/2.3") and ZS200 (1") possess totally different sensor dimensions.

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The FE-47 was manufactured 9 years prior to the ZS200 and that is a fairly significant gap as far as camera technology is concerned. Both the cameras offer different body type with the Olympus FE-47 being a Compact camera and the Panasonic ZS200 being a Large Sensor Compact camera.

Before delving through a more detailed comparison, below is a brief summary of how the FE-47 scores against the ZS200 for portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

Below is a sample of the gallery pictures for Olympus FE-47 and Panasonic Lumix DC-ZS200. The entire galleries are viewable at Olympus FE-47 Gallery and Panasonic ZS200 Gallery.

If you're aiming to carry your camera regularly, you'll have to factor in its weight and volume. The Olympus FE-47 provides physical measurements of 98mm x 61mm x 27mm (3.9" x 2.4" x 1.1") having a weight of 204 grams (0.45 lbs) while the Panasonic ZS200 has sizing of 111mm x 66mm x 45mm (4.4" x 2.6" x 1.8") and a weight of 340 grams (0.75 lbs).

Take a look at the Olympus FE-47 versus Panasonic ZS200 in the latest Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Bear in mind, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will change based on the lens you select at the time. Here is the front view overall size comparison of the FE-47 vs the ZS200.

Considering dimensions and weight, the portability score of the FE-47 and ZS200 is 93 and 86 respectively.

Normally, it can be difficult to envision the contrast in sensor sizing merely by viewing technical specs. The graphic underneath will provide you a greater sense of the sensor measurements in the FE-47 and ZS200.

As you can tell, both of the cameras enjoy different megapixels and different sensor sizing. The FE-47 due to its smaller sensor will make achieving shallower depth of field more difficult and the Panasonic ZS200 will provide you with greater detail due to its extra 6MP. Greater resolution will also enable you to crop photos far more aggressively. The older FE-47 will be disadvantaged when it comes to sensor innovation.