Olympus FE-47 vs Panasonic S1

The following is a extensive review of the Olympus FE-47 and Panasonic S1, both Small Sensor Compact digital cameras by brands Olympus and Panasonic. The sensor resolution of the FE-47 (14MP) and the S1 (12MP) is very well matched and they use the exact same sensor measurements (1/2.3").

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The FE-47 was manufactured 12 months before the S1 which means that they are of a similar generation. Each of the cameras come with the identical body type (Compact).

Before we go straight into a more detailed comparison, below is a concise introduction of how the FE-47 grades versus the S1 with regards to portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.

Following is a sample of the gallery pics for Olympus FE-47 and Panasonic Lumix DMC-S1. The entire galleries are viewable at Olympus FE-47 Gallery and Panasonic S1 Gallery.

For anybody who is going to travel with your camera often, you'll have to factor its weight and dimensions. The Olympus FE-47 features exterior dimensions of 98mm x 61mm x 27mm (3.9" x 2.4" x 1.1") and a weight of 204 grams (0.45 lbs) while the Panasonic S1 has dimensions of 99mm x 59mm x 21mm (3.9" x 2.3" x 0.8") along with a weight of 117 grams (0.26 lbs).

Analyze the Olympus FE-47 and Panasonic S1 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 have chosen during that time. Below is the front view physical size comparison of the FE-47 compared to the S1.

Taking into account dimensions and weight, the portability grade of the FE-47 and S1 is 93 and 96 respectively.

More often than not, it is very difficult to imagine the gap between sensor dimensions simply by checking specifications. The picture underneath will give you a more clear sense of the sensor dimensions in the FE-47 and S1.

To sum up, both cameras have got the exact same sensor measurements but different megapixels. You should expect to see the Olympus FE-47 to resolve greater detail due to its extra 2 Megapixels. Greater resolution will also allow you to crop pics much more aggressively. The more aged FE-47 is going to be behind with regard to sensor technology.