Olympus FE-47 vs Panasonic TS3
93 Imaging
36 Features
17 Overall
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92 Imaging
35 Features
31 Overall
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Olympus FE-47 vs Panasonic TS3 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
- Launched January 2010
(Full Review)
- 12MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 2.7" Fixed Screen
- ISO 100 - 6400
- Optical Image Stabilization
- 1920 x 1080 video
- 28-128mm (F3.3-5.9) lens
- 197g - 103 x 64 x 27mm
- Introduced August 2011
- Alternative Name is Lumix DMC-FT3
- Replaced the Panasonic TS2
- Newer Model is Panasonic TS4

Olympus FE-47 vs Panasonic TS3 Overview
Following is a detailed assessment of the Olympus FE-47 versus Panasonic TS3, former is a Small Sensor Compact while the latter is a Waterproof by brands Olympus and Panasonic. The sensor resolution of the FE-47 (14MP) and the TS3 (12MP) is pretty close and both cameras have the same sensor size (1/2.3").

The FE-47 was released 19 months earlier than the TS3 which makes them a generation away from one another. Both the cameras have the same body design (Compact).
Before getting into a more detailed comparison, here is a simple overview of how the FE-47 matches up against the TS3 when considering portability, imaging, features and an overall score.

Olympus FE-47 vs Panasonic TS3 Gallery
Following is a preview of the gallery images for Olympus FE-47 & Panasonic Lumix DMC-TS3. The complete galleries are available at Olympus FE-47 Gallery & Panasonic TS3 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Olympus FE-47 over the Panasonic TS3
FE-47 | TS3 |
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Reasons to pick Panasonic TS3 over the Olympus FE-47
TS3 | FE-47 | |||
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Introduced | August 2011 | ![]() | January 2010 | More modern by 19 months |
Common features in the Olympus FE-47 and Panasonic TS3
FE-47 | TS3 | |||
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Manually focus | ![]() | No manual focus | ||
Screen type | Fixed | ![]() | Fixed | Fixed screen |
Screen dimensions | 2.7" | ![]() | 2.7" | Equal screen size |
Screen resolution | 230k | ![]() | 230k | The same screen resolution |
Selfie screen | ![]() | Missing selfie screen | ||
Touch friendly screen | ![]() | Missing Touch friendly screen |
Olympus FE-47 vs Panasonic TS3 Physical Comparison
For those who are intending to carry around your camera, you have to think about its weight and measurements. The Olympus FE-47 features exterior measurements 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 TS3 has proportions of 103mm x 64mm x 27mm (4.1" x 2.5" x 1.1") and a weight of 197 grams (0.43 lbs).
Check out the Olympus FE-47 versus Panasonic TS3 in our completely new Camera & Lens Size Comparison Tool.
Take into consideration, the weight of an ILC will vary depending on the lens you are employing at that moment. Following is a front view sizing comparison of the FE-47 vs the TS3.

Taking into account dimensions and weight, the portability score of the FE-47 and TS3 is 93 and 92 respectively.

Olympus FE-47 vs Panasonic TS3 Sensor Comparison
Sometimes, it can be tough to imagine the gap in sensor sizes simply by viewing specs. The image below might offer you a better sense of the sensor sizing in the FE-47 and TS3.
As you can plainly see, both of the cameras have the same sensor dimensions albeit different megapixels. You can expect the Olympus FE-47 to render greater detail as a result of its extra 2MP. Higher resolution can also make it easier to crop shots a bit more aggressively. The more aged FE-47 will be disadvantaged when it comes to sensor technology.

Olympus FE-47 vs Panasonic TS3 Screen and ViewFinder


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Olympus FE-47 vs Panasonic TS3 Specifications
Olympus FE-47 | Panasonic Lumix DMC-TS3 | |
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General Information | ||
Brand | Olympus | Panasonic |
Model type | Olympus FE-47 | Panasonic Lumix DMC-TS3 |
Otherwise known as | - | Lumix DMC-FT3 |
Category | Small Sensor Compact | Waterproof |
Launched | 2010-01-07 | 2011-08-16 |
Physical type | Compact | Compact |
Sensor Information | ||
Processor | TruePic III | Venus Engine FHD |
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 | 14 megapixels | 12 megapixels |
Anti alias filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 4:3 and 16:9 | 1:1, 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 |
Highest resolution | 4288 x 3216 | 4000 x 3000 |
Highest native ISO | 1600 | 6400 |
Min native ISO | 100 | 100 |
RAW format | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Manual focusing | ||
Touch to focus | ||
Continuous AF | ||
Single AF | ||
AF tracking | ||
Selective AF | ||
AF center weighted | ||
AF multi area | ||
AF live view | ||
Face detect AF | ||
Contract detect AF | ||
Phase detect AF | ||
Total focus points | - | 11 |
Lens | ||
Lens mount type | fixed lens | fixed lens |
Lens zoom range | 36-180mm (5.0x) | 28-128mm (4.6x) |
Maximum aperture | f/3.5-5.6 | f/3.3-5.9 |
Macro focusing distance | 3cm | 5cm |
Focal length multiplier | 5.9 | 5.9 |
Screen | ||
Type of display | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
Display sizing | 2.7 inch | 2.7 inch |
Resolution of display | 230k dots | 230k dots |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch friendly | ||
Display technology | - | TFT LCD |
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder type | None | None |
Features | ||
Lowest shutter speed | 4 secs | 60 secs |
Highest shutter speed | 1/2000 secs | 1/1300 secs |
Continuous shooting rate | - | 4.0 frames per sec |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Manual mode | ||
Custom WB | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Integrated flash | ||
Flash distance | 3.80 m | 5.60 m |
Flash modes | Auto, On, Off, Red-eye, Fill-in | Auto, On, Off, Red-eye, Slow Syncro |
External flash | ||
AE bracketing | ||
White balance bracketing | ||
Exposure | ||
Multisegment exposure | ||
Average exposure | ||
Spot exposure | ||
Partial exposure | ||
AF area exposure | ||
Center weighted exposure | ||
Video features | ||
Supported video resolutions | 640 x 480 (30 fps), 320 x 240 (30 fps) | 1920 x 1080 (60 fps), 1280 x 720 (60, 30 fps), 640 x 480 (30 fps), 320 x 240 (30 fps) |
Highest video resolution | 640x480 | 1920x1080 |
Video data format | Motion JPEG | MPEG-4, AVCHD |
Mic port | ||
Headphone port | ||
Connectivity | ||
Wireless | None | None |
Bluetooth | ||
NFC | ||
HDMI | ||
USB | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) |
GPS | None | BuiltIn |
Physical | ||
Environmental sealing | ||
Water proofing | ||
Dust proofing | ||
Shock proofing | ||
Crush proofing | ||
Freeze proofing | ||
Weight | 204g (0.45 lb) | 197g (0.43 lb) |
Physical dimensions | 98 x 61 x 27mm (3.9" x 2.4" x 1.1") | 103 x 64 x 27mm (4.1" x 2.5" x 1.1") |
DXO scores | ||
DXO All around rating | not tested | not tested |
DXO Color Depth rating | not tested | not tested |
DXO Dynamic range rating | not tested | not tested |
DXO Low light rating | not tested | not tested |
Other | ||
Battery life | - | 310 images |
Battery type | - | Battery Pack |
Battery ID | 2 x AA | - |
Self timer | Yes (2 or 12 seconds) | Yes |
Time lapse shooting | ||
Storage type | SD/SDHC, Internal | SD/SDHC/SDXC, Internal |
Card slots | 1 | 1 |
Retail pricing | $0 | $380 |