Olympus FE-47 vs Panasonic GM1

Below, we will be matching up the Olympus FE-47 versus Panasonic GM1, former is a Small Sensor Compact while the latter is a Entry-Level Mirrorless by brands Olympus and Panasonic. The resolution of the FE-47 (14MP) and the GM1 (16MP) is pretty close but the FE-47 (1/2.3") and GM1 (Four Thirds) use totally different sensor sizing.

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The FE-47 was introduced 5 years before the GM1 which is a fairly serious difference as far as camera technology is concerned. The two cameras come with different body type with the Olympus FE-47 being a Compact camera and the Panasonic GM1 being a Rangefinder-style mirrorless camera.

Before we go through a complete comparison, below is a quick introduction of how the FE-47 scores versus the GM1 in terms of portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.

Following is a preview of the gallery images for Olympus FE-47 & Panasonic Lumix DMC-GM1. The whole galleries are available at Olympus FE-47 Gallery & Panasonic GM1 Gallery.

For anybody who is intending to travel with your camera regularly, you'll need to take into account its weight and proportions. The Olympus FE-47 offers outer 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) whilst the Panasonic GM1 has measurements of 99mm x 55mm x 30mm (3.9" x 2.2" x 1.2") along with a weight of 204 grams (0.45 lbs).

Examine the Olympus FE-47 versus Panasonic GM1 in our newest Camera & Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Bear in mind, the weight of an ILC will differ based on the lens you have attached at that time. The following is the front view size comparison of the FE-47 versus the GM1.

Using dimensions and weight, the portability score of the FE-47 and GM1 is 93 and 93 respectively.

Typically, it can be difficult to see the contrast in sensor dimensions just by researching technical specs. The picture below will give you a more clear sense of the sensor measurements in the FE-47 and GM1.

As you have seen, both of those cameras have got different megapixels and different sensor dimensions. The FE-47 with its smaller sensor will make achieving shallow DOF trickier and the Panasonic GM1 will render extra detail using its extra 2MP. Higher resolution will allow you to crop photographs much more aggressively. The more aged FE-47 will be disadvantaged when it comes to sensor innovation.