Olympus FE-47 vs Panasonic FS12
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17 Overall
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95 Imaging
35 Features
14 Overall
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Olympus FE-47 vs Panasonic FS12 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
- Launched January 2010
(Full Review)
- 12MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 2.7" Fixed Display
- ISO 80 - 1600 (Push to 6400)
- Optical Image Stabilization
- 640 x 480 video
- 31-124mm (F2.8-5.9) lens
- 129g - 97 x 55 x 22mm
- Released April 2009
Olympus FE-47 vs Panasonic FS12 Overview
Lets take a more detailed look at the Olympus FE-47 vs Panasonic FS12, one is a Small Sensor Compact and the other is a Ultracompact by brands Olympus and Panasonic. The image resolution of the FE-47 (14MP) and the FS12 (12MP) is very close and both cameras have the same sensor dimensions (1/2.3").
Samsung Releases Faster Versions of EVO MicroSD CardsThe FE-47 was introduced 9 months after the FS12 which means that they are of a similar generation. Both cameras have different body design with the Olympus FE-47 being a Compact camera and the Panasonic FS12 being a Ultracompact camera.
Before delving right into a detailed comparison, here is a quick view of how the FE-47 scores versus the FS12 with regards to portability, imaging, features and an overall score.
Olympus FE-47 vs Panasonic FS12 Gallery
This is a sample of the gallery pics for Olympus FE-47 and Panasonic Lumix DMC-FS12. The whole galleries are provided at Olympus FE-47 Gallery and Panasonic FS12 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Olympus FE-47 over the Panasonic FS12
FE-47 | FS12 | |||
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Released | January 2010 | April 2009 | More modern by 9 months |
Reasons to pick Panasonic FS12 over the Olympus FE-47
FS12 | FE-47 |
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Common features in the Olympus FE-47 and Panasonic FS12
FE-47 | FS12 | |||
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Manual focus | Lack of manual focus | |||
Display type | Fixed | Fixed | Fixed display | |
Display dimensions | 2.7" | 2.7" | Equal display sizing | |
Display resolution | 230k | 230k | Same display resolution | |
Selfie screen | Neither offers selfie screen | |||
Touch display | Neither offers Touch display |
Olympus FE-47 vs Panasonic FS12 Physical Comparison
If you're going to carry around your camera often, you're going to have to factor in its weight and volume. The Olympus FE-47 offers outside dimensions 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 FS12 has sizing of 97mm x 55mm x 22mm (3.8" x 2.2" x 0.9") having a weight of 129 grams (0.28 lbs).
Compare the Olympus FE-47 vs Panasonic FS12 in the all new Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.Take into account, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will change depending on the lens you choose at that time. Below is a front view proportions comparison of the FE-47 and the FS12.
Taking into account dimensions and weight, the portability rating of the FE-47 and FS12 is 93 and 95 respectively.
Olympus FE-47 vs Panasonic FS12 Sensor Comparison
More often than not, it is difficult to see the difference in sensor sizes just by researching specifications. The picture below will help provide you a better sense of the sensor sizes in the FE-47 and FS12.
Plainly, the two cameras provide the same sensor dimensions but not the same resolution. You should expect to see the Olympus FE-47 to result in greater detail using its extra 2 Megapixels. Greater resolution will help you crop pics more aggressively. The more modern FE-47 will have an advantage in sensor technology.
Olympus FE-47 vs Panasonic FS12 Screen and ViewFinder
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Olympus FE-47 vs Panasonic FS12 Specifications
Olympus FE-47 | Panasonic Lumix DMC-FS12 | |
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General Information | ||
Brand Name | Olympus | Panasonic |
Model type | Olympus FE-47 | Panasonic Lumix DMC-FS12 |
Category | Small Sensor Compact | Ultracompact |
Launched | 2010-01-07 | 2009-04-17 |
Physical type | Compact | Ultracompact |
Sensor Information | ||
Powered by | TruePic III | - |
Sensor type | CCD | CCD |
Sensor size | 1/2.3" | 1/2.3" |
Sensor measurements | 6.08 x 4.56mm | 6.08 x 4.56mm |
Sensor surface area | 27.7mm² | 27.7mm² |
Sensor resolution | 14MP | 12MP |
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 | 1600 |
Highest boosted ISO | - | 6400 |
Min native ISO | 100 | 80 |
RAW pictures | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Manual focusing | ||
Touch to focus | ||
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 type | fixed lens | fixed lens |
Lens zoom range | 36-180mm (5.0x) | 31-124mm (4.0x) |
Max aperture | f/3.5-5.6 | f/2.8-5.9 |
Macro focusing distance | 3cm | 5cm |
Focal length multiplier | 5.9 | 5.9 |
Screen | ||
Screen type | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
Screen size | 2.7 inches | 2.7 inches |
Resolution of screen | 230k dots | 230k dots |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch functionality | ||
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder type | None | None |
Features | ||
Lowest shutter speed | 4s | 60s |
Highest shutter speed | 1/2000s | 1/2000s |
Continuous shooting rate | - | 2.0 frames per second |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Expose Manually | ||
Set white balance | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Integrated flash | ||
Flash distance | 3.80 m | 6.30 m |
Flash settings | Auto, On, Off, Red-eye, Fill-in | Auto, On, Off, Red-eye, Slow Sync |
External flash | ||
Auto exposure bracketing | ||
WB 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) | 848 x 480 (30 fps), 640 x 480 (30 fps), 320 x 240 (30 fps) |
Highest video resolution | 640x480 | 640x480 |
Video data format | Motion JPEG | Motion JPEG |
Microphone support | ||
Headphone support | ||
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 sealing | ||
Water proofing | ||
Dust proofing | ||
Shock proofing | ||
Crush proofing | ||
Freeze proofing | ||
Weight | 204 gr (0.45 lb) | 129 gr (0.28 lb) |
Physical dimensions | 98 x 61 x 27mm (3.9" x 2.4" x 1.1") | 97 x 55 x 22mm (3.8" 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 | ||
Storage type | SD/SDHC, Internal | SD/SDHC card, Internal |
Card slots | Single | Single |
Launch cost | $0 | $228 |