Olympus FE-47 vs Panasonic FS15

Here, we will be looking at the Olympus FE-47 vs Panasonic FS15, one being a Small Sensor Compact and the latter is a Ultracompact by rivals Olympus and Panasonic. The sensor resolution of the FE-47 (14MP) and the FS15 (12MP) is relatively close and both cameras boast the identical sensor sizes (1/2.3").

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The FE-47 was released 12 months later than the FS15 and they are both of a similar generation. Both of these cameras feature different body design with the Olympus FE-47 being a Compact camera and the Panasonic FS15 being a Ultracompact camera.

Before diving straight to a more detailed comparison, here is a quick view of how the FE-47 matches up vs the FS15 in relation to portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.

Following is a preview of the gallery photos for Olympus FE-47 and Panasonic Lumix DMC-FS15. The complete galleries are viewable at Olympus FE-47 Gallery and Panasonic FS15 Gallery.

In case you're intending to lug around your camera, you're going to have to factor in its weight and proportions. The Olympus FE-47 comes with physical measurements of 98mm x 61mm x 27mm (3.9" x 2.4" x 1.1") along with a weight of 204 grams (0.45 lbs) while the Panasonic FS15 has measurements of 97mm x 54mm x 22mm (3.8" x 2.1" x 0.9") having a weight of 136 grams (0.30 lbs).

Take a look at the Olympus FE-47 vs Panasonic FS15 in the new Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Keep in mind, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will differ dependant on the lens you choose during that time. The following is a front view sizing comparison of the FE-47 versus the FS15.

Taking into account size and weight, the portability rating of the FE-47 and FS15 is 93 and 95 respectively.

Generally, it's difficult to visualize the difference in sensor measurements just by viewing a spec sheet. The photograph here will help provide you a more clear sense of the sensor sizing in the FE-47 and FS15.

As you can see, both the cameras come with the identical sensor size albeit different megapixels. You should count on the Olympus FE-47 to render greater detail as a result of its extra 2 Megapixels. Higher resolution can also let you crop pictures a good deal more aggressively. The younger FE-47 should have a benefit in sensor innovation.