Olympus FE-47 vs Pentax E90
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Olympus FE-47 vs Pentax E90 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)
- 10MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 2.7" Fixed Screen
- ISO 80 - 3200
- 1280 x 720 video
- 32-95mm (F3.1-5.9) lens
- 145g - 102 x 59 x 25mm
- Introduced January 2010

Olympus FE-47 vs Pentax E90 Overview
Here, we will be matching up the Olympus FE-47 and Pentax E90, both Small Sensor Compact digital cameras by brands Olympus and Pentax. There is a significant difference between the sensor resolutions of the FE-47 (14MP) and E90 (10MP) but both cameras posses the identical sensor sizes (1/2.3").

The FE-47 was released at a similar time to the E90 and they are of a similar generation. Both of the cameras feature the same body design (Compact).
Before diving into a in depth comparison, here is a concise synopsis of how the FE-47 matches up versus the E90 in relation to portability, imaging, features and an overall score.

Olympus FE-47 vs Pentax E90 Gallery
Below is a preview of the gallery images for Olympus FE-47 and Pentax Optio E90. The complete galleries are provided at Olympus FE-47 Gallery and Pentax E90 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Olympus FE-47 over the Pentax E90
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Reasons to pick Pentax E90 over the Olympus FE-47
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Common features in the Olympus FE-47 and Pentax E90
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Introduced | January 2010 | ![]() | January 2010 | Similar generation |
Focus manually | ![]() | Lack of manual focus | ||
Screen type | Fixed | ![]() | Fixed | Fixed screen |
Screen size | 2.7" | ![]() | 2.7" | Same screen dimensions |
Screen resolution | 230k | ![]() | 230k | The same screen resolution |
Selfie screen | ![]() | Neither provides selfie screen | ||
Touch friendly screen | ![]() | Lacking Touch friendly screen |
Olympus FE-47 vs Pentax E90 Physical Comparison
For anyone who is looking to carry around your camera often, you should factor in its weight and volume. The Olympus FE-47 provides physical 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) while the Pentax E90 has sizing of 102mm x 59mm x 25mm (4.0" x 2.3" x 1.0") having a weight of 145 grams (0.32 lbs).
Take a look at the Olympus FE-47 and Pentax E90 in the all new Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.
Take into account, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will differ based on the lens you have at that time. Below is a front view sizing comparison of the FE-47 versus the E90.

Factoring in size and weight, the portability grade of the FE-47 and E90 is 93 and 94 respectively.

Olympus FE-47 vs Pentax E90 Sensor Comparison
Generally, it can be hard to picture the gap between sensor sizes purely by reading through a spec sheet. The picture below will offer you a far better sense of the sensor measurements in the FE-47 and E90.
Clearly, the two cameras come with the identical sensor size albeit different MP. You should expect the Olympus FE-47 to give you greater detail as a result of its extra 4 Megapixels. Higher resolution will also enable you to crop shots a good deal more aggressively.

Olympus FE-47 vs Pentax E90 Screen and ViewFinder


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Olympus FE-47 vs Pentax E90 Specifications
Olympus FE-47 | Pentax Optio E90 | |
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General Information | ||
Brand Name | Olympus | Pentax |
Model type | Olympus FE-47 | Pentax Optio E90 |
Category | Small Sensor Compact | Small Sensor Compact |
Launched | 2010-01-07 | 2010-01-25 |
Body design | Compact | Compact |
Sensor Information | ||
Chip | TruePic III | Prime |
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 area | 27.7mm² | 27.7mm² |
Sensor resolution | 14MP | 10MP |
Anti alias filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 4:3 and 16:9 | 4:3 and 16:9 |
Full resolution | 4288 x 3216 | 3648 x 2736 |
Max native ISO | 1600 | 3200 |
Minimum native ISO | 100 | 80 |
RAW images | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Manual focusing | ||
AF touch | ||
AF continuous | ||
AF single | ||
AF tracking | ||
Selective AF | ||
Center weighted AF | ||
Multi area AF | ||
AF live view | ||
Face detect AF | ||
Contract detect AF | ||
Phase detect AF | ||
Total focus points | - | 3 |
Lens | ||
Lens mount type | fixed lens | fixed lens |
Lens zoom range | 36-180mm (5.0x) | 32-95mm (3.0x) |
Maximal aperture | f/3.5-5.6 | f/3.1-5.9 |
Macro focusing range | 3cm | 6cm |
Focal length multiplier | 5.9 | 5.9 |
Screen | ||
Range of display | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
Display size | 2.7 inch | 2.7 inch |
Display resolution | 230 thousand dot | 230 thousand dot |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch friendly | ||
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder | None | None |
Features | ||
Lowest shutter speed | 4 secs | 4 secs |
Highest shutter speed | 1/2000 secs | 1/2000 secs |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Manually set exposure | ||
Change WB | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Integrated flash | ||
Flash distance | 3.80 m | 3.50 m |
Flash settings | Auto, On, Off, Red-eye, Fill-in | - |
External flash | ||
AEB | ||
WB bracketing | ||
Exposure | ||
Multisegment metering | ||
Average metering | ||
Spot metering | ||
Partial metering | ||
AF area metering | ||
Center weighted metering | ||
Video features | ||
Supported video resolutions | 640 x 480 (30 fps), 320 x 240 (30 fps) | 1280 x 720 (15 fps), 848 x 480 (30 fps), 640 x 480 (30 fps), 320 x 240 (30 fps) |
Max video resolution | 640x480 | 1280x720 |
Video data format | Motion JPEG | Motion JPEG |
Microphone input | ||
Headphone input | ||
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 proofing | ||
Dust proofing | ||
Shock proofing | ||
Crush proofing | ||
Freeze proofing | ||
Weight | 204 grams (0.45 lbs) | 145 grams (0.32 lbs) |
Physical dimensions | 98 x 61 x 27mm (3.9" x 2.4" x 1.1") | 102 x 59 x 25mm (4.0" x 2.3" x 1.0") |
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 ID | 2 x AA | 2 x AA |
Self timer | Yes (2 or 12 seconds) | Yes (2 or 10 sec) |
Time lapse recording | ||
Storage media | SD/SDHC, Internal | SD/SDHC, Internal |
Storage slots | Single | Single |
Retail pricing | $0 | $100 |