Olympus FE-47 vs Panasonic FX90
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Olympus FE-47 vs Panasonic FX90 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
- Introduced January 2010
(Full Review)
- 12MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 3" Fixed Display
- ISO 80 - 6400
- Optical Image Stabilization
- 1920 x 1080 video
- 24-120mm (F2.5-5.9) lens
- 149g - 102 x 56 x 22mm
- Launched August 2011

Olympus FE-47 vs Panasonic FX90 Overview
On this page, we are matching up the Olympus FE-47 vs Panasonic FX90, both Small Sensor Compact digital cameras by companies Olympus and Panasonic. The resolution of the FE-47 (14MP) and the FX90 (12MP) is fairly similar and both cameras have the same sensor measurements (1/2.3").

The FE-47 was revealed 19 months earlier than the FX90 making them a generation apart from each other. Both of these cameras have the same body design (Compact).
Before we go right into a detailed comparison, here is a concise summary of how the FE-47 matches up vs the FX90 when it comes to portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

Olympus FE-47 vs Panasonic FX90 Gallery
Here is a sample of the gallery pictures for Olympus FE-47 and Panasonic Lumix DMC-FX90. The full galleries are viewable at Olympus FE-47 Gallery and Panasonic FX90 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Olympus FE-47 over the Panasonic FX90
FE-47 | FX90 |
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Reasons to pick Panasonic FX90 over the Olympus FE-47
FX90 | FE-47 | |||
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Launched | August 2011 | ![]() | January 2010 | Fresher by 19 months |
Display dimensions | 3" | ![]() | 2.7" | Larger display (+0.3") |
Display resolution | 460k | ![]() | 230k | Clearer display (+230k dot) |
Touch friendly display | ![]() | Easily navigate |
Common features in the Olympus FE-47 and Panasonic FX90
FE-47 | FX90 | |||
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Manual focus | ![]() | Lack of manual focusing | ||
Display type | Fixed | ![]() | Fixed | Fixed display |
Selfie screen | ![]() | Neither features selfie screen |
Olympus FE-47 vs Panasonic FX90 Physical Comparison
When you are going to carry your camera frequently, you will want to factor in its weight and size. The Olympus FE-47 enjoys physical 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 FX90 has specifications of 102mm x 56mm x 22mm (4.0" x 2.2" x 0.9") along with a weight of 149 grams (0.33 lbs).
Examine the Olympus FE-47 vs Panasonic FX90 in the all new Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.
Take into consideration, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will vary dependant on the lens you select at the time. Below is a front view proportions comparison of the FE-47 and the FX90.

Factoring in size and weight, the portability grade of the FE-47 and FX90 is 93 and 95 respectively.

Olympus FE-47 vs Panasonic FX90 Sensor Comparison
Oftentimes, it is tough to picture the gap between sensor sizing purely by going over specs. The visual underneath will help offer you a greater sense of the sensor measurements in the FE-47 and FX90.
All in all, the 2 cameras have the same sensor dimensions but different megapixels. You should anticipate the Olympus FE-47 to deliver more detail because of its extra 2 Megapixels. Greater resolution will also let you crop pics a bit more aggressively. The older FE-47 is going to be behind in sensor technology.

Olympus FE-47 vs Panasonic FX90 Screen and ViewFinder


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Olympus FE-47 vs Panasonic FX90 Specifications
Olympus FE-47 | Panasonic Lumix DMC-FX90 | |
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General Information | ||
Company | Olympus | Panasonic |
Model | Olympus FE-47 | Panasonic Lumix DMC-FX90 |
Class | Small Sensor Compact | Small Sensor Compact |
Introduced | 2010-01-07 | 2011-08-26 |
Body design | Compact | Compact |
Sensor Information | ||
Processor | 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 | 14 megapixel | 12 megapixel |
Anti aliasing filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 4:3 and 16:9 | 1:1, 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 |
Full resolution | 4288 x 3216 | 4000 x 3000 |
Max native ISO | 1600 | 6400 |
Minimum native ISO | 100 | 80 |
RAW photos | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Focus manually | ||
Touch to focus | ||
Autofocus continuous | ||
Autofocus single | ||
Tracking autofocus | ||
Autofocus selectice | ||
Autofocus center weighted | ||
Multi area autofocus | ||
Live view autofocus | ||
Face detect autofocus | ||
Contract detect autofocus | ||
Phase detect autofocus | ||
Number of focus points | - | 23 |
Lens | ||
Lens mounting type | fixed lens | fixed lens |
Lens focal range | 36-180mm (5.0x) | 24-120mm (5.0x) |
Maximum aperture | f/3.5-5.6 | f/2.5-5.9 |
Macro focus range | 3cm | 3cm |
Focal length multiplier | 5.9 | 5.9 |
Screen | ||
Display type | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
Display diagonal | 2.7" | 3" |
Display resolution | 230k dot | 460k dot |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch function | ||
Display tech | - | TFT LCD |
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder type | None | None |
Features | ||
Lowest shutter speed | 4s | 60s |
Highest shutter speed | 1/2000s | 1/4000s |
Continuous shooting speed | - | 4.0fps |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Manual exposure | ||
Change white balance | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Inbuilt flash | ||
Flash range | 3.80 m | 5.90 m |
Flash modes | Auto, On, Off, Red-eye, Fill-in | Auto, On, Off, Red-Eye reduction, Slow Sync |
External flash | ||
AE bracketing | ||
WB bracketing | ||
Exposure | ||
Multisegment | ||
Average | ||
Spot | ||
Partial | ||
AF area | ||
Center weighted | ||
Video features | ||
Video resolutions | 640 x 480 (30 fps), 320 x 240 (30 fps) | 1920 x 1080 (60, 30 fps), 1280 x 720 (60, 30 fps), 640 x 480 (30 fps) |
Max video resolution | 640x480 | 1920x1080 |
Video format | Motion JPEG | MPEG-4, AVCHD |
Microphone jack | ||
Headphone jack | ||
Connectivity | ||
Wireless | None | Built-In |
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 pounds) | 149 gr (0.33 pounds) |
Physical dimensions | 98 x 61 x 27mm (3.9" x 2.4" x 1.1") | 102 x 56 x 22mm (4.0" x 2.2" 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 life | - | 200 shots |
Type of battery | - | Battery Pack |
Battery model | 2 x AA | - |
Self timer | Yes (2 or 12 seconds) | Yes (2 or 10 sec) |
Time lapse recording | ||
Type of storage | SD/SDHC, Internal | SD/SDHC/SDXC, Internal |
Storage slots | One | One |
Retail pricing | $0 | $227 |