Olympus FE-47 vs Panasonic 3D1

On this page, we will be comparing the Olympus FE-47 versus Panasonic 3D1, both Small Sensor Compact cameras by manufacturers Olympus and Panasonic. The sensor resolution of the FE-47 (14MP) and the 3D1 (12MP) is relatively close and both cameras boast the same sensor dimensions (1/2.3").

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The FE-47 was released 22 months before the 3D1 which makes them a generation apart from each other. Each of these cameras have the same body design (Compact).

Before getting straight to a complete comparison, here is a simple synopsis of how the FE-47 scores vs the 3D1 for portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.

Here is a preview of the gallery photos for Olympus FE-47 and Panasonic Lumix DMC-3D1. The complete galleries are viewable at Olympus FE-47 Gallery and Panasonic 3D1 Gallery.

For anybody who is looking to lug around your camera often, you will want to consider its weight and size. The Olympus FE-47 comes with outer measurements 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 Panasonic 3D1 has specifications of 108mm x 58mm x 24mm (4.3" x 2.3" x 0.9") with a weight of 193 grams (0.43 lbs).

Look at the Olympus FE-47 versus Panasonic 3D1 in the new Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Take into consideration, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will vary dependant on the lens you use at the time. Following is a front view size comparison of the FE-47 compared to the 3D1.

Considering size and weight, the portability score of the FE-47 and 3D1 is 93 and 93 respectively.

Usually, it's tough to visualize the difference in sensor measurements merely by looking through specs. The photograph here will help provide you a better sense of the sensor sizing in the FE-47 and 3D1.

All in all, each of these cameras have the same sensor dimensions albeit different MP. You should count on the Olympus FE-47 to render greater detail as a result of its extra 2MP. Higher resolution can also let you crop photographs a bit more aggressively. The older FE-47 will be behind in sensor tech.