Olympus FE-47 vs Panasonic FH1
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![Olympus FE-47 front Olympus FE-47 front](https://pxlmag.com/db/images/cameras/gallery/medium/Olympus-FE-47/Olympus-FE-47-front.jpg)
![Panasonic Lumix DMC-FH1 front Panasonic Lumix DMC-FH1 front](https://pxlmag.com/db/images/cameras/gallery/medium/Panasonic-Lumix-DMC-FH1/Panasonic-FH1-front.jpg)
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Olympus FE-47 vs Panasonic FH1 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
- Revealed January 2010
(Full Review)
- 12MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 2.7" Fixed Display
- ISO 80 - 6400
- Optical Image Stabilization
- 1280 x 720 video
- 28-140mm (F2.8-6.9) lens
- 163g - 98 x 55 x 23mm
- Announced January 2010
- Also Known as Lumix DMC-FS10
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Olympus FE-47 vs Panasonic FH1 Overview
Let's look a little more closely at the Olympus FE-47 versus Panasonic FH1, both Small Sensor Compact digital cameras by companies Olympus and Panasonic. The resolution of the FE-47 (14MP) and the FH1 (12MP) is fairly similar and both cameras boast the same sensor sizes (1/2.3").
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The FE-47 was launched at a similar time to the FH1 so they are both of a similar generation. Each of the cameras have the same body design (Compact).
Before we go straight to a thorough comparison, here is a concise overview of how the FE-47 scores vs the FH1 for portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.
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Olympus FE-47 vs Panasonic FH1 Gallery
Here is a sample of the gallery pictures for Olympus FE-47 and Panasonic Lumix DMC-FH1. The complete galleries are provided at Olympus FE-47 Gallery and Panasonic FH1 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Olympus FE-47 over the Panasonic FH1
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Reasons to pick Panasonic FH1 over the Olympus FE-47
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Common features in the Olympus FE-47 and Panasonic FH1
FE-47 | FH1 | |||
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Announced | January 2010 | ![]() | January 2010 | Similar generation |
Manually focus | ![]() | No manual focusing | ||
Display type | Fixed | ![]() | Fixed | Fixed display |
Display dimensions | 2.7" | ![]() | 2.7" | Equal display dimensions |
Display resolution | 230k | ![]() | 230k | Identical display resolution |
Selfie screen | ![]() | Neither features selfie screen | ||
Touch display | ![]() | Neither features Touch display |
Olympus FE-47 vs Panasonic FH1 Physical Comparison
For those who are intending to lug around your camera frequently, you have to think about its weight and measurements. The Olympus FE-47 enjoys outer dimensions of 98mm x 61mm x 27mm (3.9" x 2.4" x 1.1") with a weight of 204 grams (0.45 lbs) and the Panasonic FH1 has proportions of 98mm x 55mm x 23mm (3.9" x 2.2" x 0.9") with a weight of 163 grams (0.36 lbs).
See the Olympus FE-47 versus Panasonic FH1 in the all new Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.![Camera Size Comparison with Lenses Camera Size Comparison with Lenses](https://pxlmag.com/db/assets/camera-size-comparison-animation.gif)
Take into account, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will change based on the lens you are using at that moment. Underneath is a front view dimensions comparison of the FE-47 versus the FH1.
![Olympus FE-47 vs Panasonic FH1 size comparison Olympus FE-47 vs Panasonic FH1 size comparison](https://pxlmag.com/db/images/camera-compare/Olympus-FE-47-vs-Panasonic-Lumix-DMC-FH1-size-comparison.jpg)
Using dimensions and weight, the portability rating of the FE-47 and FH1 is 93 and 95 respectively.
![Olympus FE-47 vs Panasonic FH1 top view buttons comparison Olympus FE-47 vs Panasonic FH1 top view buttons comparison](https://pxlmag.com/db/images/camera-compare/Olympus-FE-47-vs-Panasonic-Lumix-DMC-FH1-top-view-buttons-comparison.jpg)
Olympus FE-47 vs Panasonic FH1 Sensor Comparison
Sometimes, its difficult to picture the contrast between sensor measurements just by reading technical specs. The visual here will help provide you a greater sense of the sensor sizes in the FE-47 and FH1.
As you have seen, the 2 cameras have the same sensor dimensions but different MP. You should anticipate the Olympus FE-47 to offer more detail utilizing its extra 2MP. Greater resolution will let you crop photos a bit more aggressively.
![Olympus FE-47 vs Panasonic FH1 sensor size comparison Olympus FE-47 vs Panasonic FH1 sensor size comparison](https://pxlmag.com/db/images/sensor-compare/Olympus-FE-47-vs-Panasonic-Lumix-DMC-FH1-sensor-size-comparison.png)
Olympus FE-47 vs Panasonic FH1 Screen and ViewFinder
![Olympus FE-47 vs Panasonic FH1 Screen and Viewfinder comparison Olympus FE-47 vs Panasonic FH1 Screen and Viewfinder comparison](https://pxlmag.com/db/images/camera-compare/Olympus-FE-47-vs-Panasonic-Lumix-DMC-FH1-screen-back-comparison.jpg)
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Photography Type Scores
Portrait Comparison
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Street Comparison
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Sports Comparison
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Travel Comparison
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Landscape Comparison
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Vlogging Comparison
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Olympus FE-47 vs Panasonic FH1 Specifications
Olympus FE-47 | Panasonic Lumix DMC-FH1 | |
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General Information | ||
Manufacturer | Olympus | Panasonic |
Model type | Olympus FE-47 | Panasonic Lumix DMC-FH1 |
Also Known as | - | Lumix DMC-FS10 |
Type | Small Sensor Compact | Small Sensor Compact |
Revealed | 2010-01-07 | 2010-01-06 |
Body design | Compact | Compact |
Sensor Information | ||
Processor Chip | TruePic III | - |
Sensor type | CCD | CCD |
Sensor size | 1/2.3" | 1/2.3" |
Sensor dimensions | 6.08 x 4.56mm | 6.08 x 4.56mm |
Sensor area | 27.7mm² | 27.7mm² |
Sensor resolution | 14 megapixel | 12 megapixel |
Anti alias filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 4:3 and 16:9 | 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 |
Highest resolution | 4288 x 3216 | 4000 x 3000 |
Highest native ISO | 1600 | 6400 |
Lowest native ISO | 100 | 80 |
RAW format | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Focus manually | ||
Autofocus touch | ||
Autofocus continuous | ||
Autofocus single | ||
Tracking autofocus | ||
Autofocus selectice | ||
Center weighted autofocus | ||
Multi area autofocus | ||
Live view autofocus | ||
Face detection autofocus | ||
Contract detection autofocus | ||
Phase detection autofocus | ||
Total focus points | - | 9 |
Lens | ||
Lens mount type | fixed lens | fixed lens |
Lens zoom range | 36-180mm (5.0x) | 28-140mm (5.0x) |
Largest aperture | f/3.5-5.6 | f/2.8-6.9 |
Macro focusing range | 3cm | 5cm |
Crop factor | 5.9 | 5.9 |
Screen | ||
Screen type | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
Screen size | 2.7 inch | 2.7 inch |
Screen resolution | 230 thousand dot | 230 thousand dot |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch capability | ||
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder type | None | None |
Features | ||
Lowest shutter speed | 4s | 60s |
Highest shutter speed | 1/2000s | 1/1600s |
Continuous shooting speed | - | 6.0 frames per sec |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Manually set exposure | ||
Custom white balance | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Built-in flash | ||
Flash distance | 3.80 m | 6.80 m |
Flash settings | Auto, On, Off, Red-eye, Fill-in | Auto, On, Off, Red-eye, Slow Syncro |
Hot shoe | ||
Auto exposure bracketing | ||
WB 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) | 1280 x 720 (30 fps), 848 x 480 (30 fps), 640 x 480 (30 fps), 320 x 240 (30 fps) |
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 | ||
Environment seal | ||
Water proofing | ||
Dust proofing | ||
Shock proofing | ||
Crush proofing | ||
Freeze proofing | ||
Weight | 204 grams (0.45 pounds) | 163 grams (0.36 pounds) |
Physical dimensions | 98 x 61 x 27mm (3.9" x 2.4" x 1.1") | 98 x 55 x 23mm (3.9" x 2.2" x 0.9") |
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 ID | 2 x AA | - |
Self timer | Yes (2 or 12 seconds) | Yes (2 or 10 sec) |
Time lapse feature | ||
Type of storage | SD/SDHC, Internal | SD/SDHC/SDXC card, Internal |
Storage slots | One | One |
Price at launch | $0 | $150 |