Olympus FE-47 vs Panasonic FX48
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Olympus FE-47 vs Panasonic FX48 Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 14MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 2.7" Fixed Display
- 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
- 2.5" Fixed Screen
- ISO 80 - 3200 (Bump to 6400)
- Optical Image Stabilization
- 640 x 480 video
- 25-125mm (F2.8-5.9) lens
- 150g - 95 x 53 x 22mm
- Released January 2009
- Additionally referred to as Lumix DMC-FX40
Olympus FE-47 vs Panasonic FX48 Overview
Lets examine more closely at the Olympus FE-47 vs Panasonic FX48, both Small Sensor Compact digital cameras by companies Olympus and Panasonic. The sensor resolution of the FE-47 (14MP) and the FX48 (12MP) is relatively similar and they feature the same exact sensor dimensions (1/2.3").
Japan-exclusive Leica Leitz Phone 3 features big sensor and new modesThe FE-47 was unveiled 12 months after the FX48 and they are of a similar generation. Each of these cameras offer the identical body type (Compact).
Before diving in to a in depth comparison, below is a concise summation of how the FE-47 scores vs the FX48 when considering portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.
Olympus FE-47 vs Panasonic FX48 Gallery
Following is a preview of the gallery photos for Olympus FE-47 and Panasonic Lumix DMC-FX48. The full galleries are provided at Olympus FE-47 Gallery and Panasonic FX48 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Olympus FE-47 over the Panasonic FX48
FE-47 | FX48 | |||
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Released | January 2010 | January 2009 | Newer by 12 months | |
Screen sizing | 2.7" | 2.5" | Bigger screen (+0.2") |
Reasons to pick Panasonic FX48 over the Olympus FE-47
FX48 | FE-47 |
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Common features in the Olympus FE-47 and Panasonic FX48
FE-47 | FX48 | |||
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Focus manually | Lack of manual focus | |||
Screen type | Fixed | Fixed | Fixed screen | |
Screen resolution | 230k | 230k | Exact same screen resolution | |
Selfie screen | Missing selfie screen | |||
Touch screen | Missing Touch screen |
Olympus FE-47 vs Panasonic FX48 Physical Comparison
For those who are intending to travel with your camera frequently, you'll have to think about its weight and proportions. The Olympus FE-47 enjoys physical dimensions of 98mm x 61mm x 27mm (3.9" x 2.4" x 1.1") with a weight of 204 grams (0.45 lbs) whilst the Panasonic FX48 has measurements of 95mm x 53mm x 22mm (3.7" x 2.1" x 0.9") with a weight of 150 grams (0.33 lbs).
Take a look at the Olympus FE-47 vs Panasonic FX48 in the new Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.Remember, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will vary depending on the lens you are using at that moment. Following is the front view overall size comparison of the FE-47 vs the FX48.
Looking at size and weight, the portability grade of the FE-47 and FX48 is 93 and 95 respectively.
Olympus FE-47 vs Panasonic FX48 Sensor Comparison
Often, it can be hard to visualize the difference between sensor dimensions just by going over specifications. The pic underneath will offer you a better sense of the sensor sizes in the FE-47 and FX48.
Plainly, each of these cameras enjoy the same exact sensor sizing albeit different MP. You should count on the Olympus FE-47 to deliver extra detail having an extra 2 Megapixels. Higher resolution will allow you to crop shots far more aggressively. The fresher FE-47 should have an edge when it comes to sensor innovation.
Olympus FE-47 vs Panasonic FX48 Screen and ViewFinder
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Olympus FE-47 vs Panasonic FX48 Specifications
Olympus FE-47 | Panasonic Lumix DMC-FX48 | |
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General Information | ||
Company | Olympus | Panasonic |
Model | Olympus FE-47 | Panasonic Lumix DMC-FX48 |
Also called as | - | Lumix DMC-FX40 |
Category | Small Sensor Compact | Small Sensor Compact |
Revealed | 2010-01-07 | 2009-01-27 |
Body design | Compact | Compact |
Sensor Information | ||
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 | 14MP | 12MP |
Anti aliasing filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 4:3 and 16:9 | 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 |
Full resolution | 4288 x 3216 | 4000 x 3000 |
Max native ISO | 1600 | 3200 |
Max boosted ISO | - | 6400 |
Lowest native ISO | 100 | 80 |
RAW files | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Manual focus | ||
AF touch | ||
AF continuous | ||
AF single | ||
AF tracking | ||
Selective AF | ||
Center weighted AF | ||
Multi area AF | ||
AF live view | ||
Face detect focusing | ||
Contract detect focusing | ||
Phase detect focusing | ||
Number of focus points | - | 11 |
Lens | ||
Lens mount | fixed lens | fixed lens |
Lens focal range | 36-180mm (5.0x) | 25-125mm (5.0x) |
Highest aperture | f/3.5-5.6 | f/2.8-5.9 |
Macro focus distance | 3cm | 5cm |
Focal length multiplier | 5.9 | 5.9 |
Screen | ||
Display type | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
Display diagonal | 2.7 inch | 2.5 inch |
Display resolution | 230k dot | 230k dot |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch friendly | ||
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder type | None | None |
Features | ||
Slowest shutter speed | 4 seconds | 60 seconds |
Maximum shutter speed | 1/2000 seconds | 1/3000 seconds |
Continuous shooting speed | - | 2.0 frames per sec |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Manually set exposure | ||
Exposure compensation | - | Yes |
Change WB | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Integrated flash | ||
Flash range | 3.80 m | 6.00 m |
Flash options | Auto, On, Off, Red-eye, Fill-in | Auto, On, Off, Red-Eye reduction, Slow Sync |
Hot shoe | ||
AEB | ||
WB bracketing | ||
Exposure | ||
Multisegment exposure | ||
Average exposure | ||
Spot exposure | ||
Partial exposure | ||
AF area exposure | ||
Center weighted exposure | ||
Video features | ||
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) |
Max video resolution | 640x480 | 640x480 |
Video file format | Motion JPEG | Motion JPEG |
Mic jack | ||
Headphone jack | ||
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 seal | ||
Water proof | ||
Dust proof | ||
Shock proof | ||
Crush proof | ||
Freeze proof | ||
Weight | 204 gr (0.45 lbs) | 150 gr (0.33 lbs) |
Dimensions | 98 x 61 x 27mm (3.9" x 2.4" x 1.1") | 95 x 53 x 22mm (3.7" x 2.1" x 0.9") |
DXO scores | ||
DXO All around score | not tested | not tested |
DXO Color Depth score | not tested | not tested |
DXO Dynamic range score | not tested | not tested |
DXO Low light score | not tested | not tested |
Other | ||
Battery model | 2 x AA | - |
Self timer | Yes (2 or 12 seconds) | Yes (2 or 10 sec) |
Time lapse shooting | ||
Type of storage | SD/SDHC, Internal | SD/MMC/SDHC card, Internal |
Storage slots | Single | Single |
Cost at launch | $0 | $325 |