Olympus FE-47 vs Samsung HZ25W
93 Imaging
36 Features
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70 Imaging
35 Features
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Olympus FE-47 vs Samsung HZ25W 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 Screen
- ISO 64 - 3200 (Push to 6400)
- Optical Image Stabilization
- 1280 x 720 video
- 26-624mm (F2.8-5.0) lens
- 428g - 116 x 83 x 92mm
- Released July 2010
- Additionally referred to as WB5000

Olympus FE-47 vs Samsung HZ25W Overview
The following is a extended analysis of the Olympus FE-47 vs Samsung HZ25W, one is a Small Sensor Compact and the latter is a Small Sensor Superzoom by companies Olympus and Samsung. The sensor resolution of the FE-47 (14MP) and the HZ25W (12MP) is pretty well matched and they use the exact same sensor measurements (1/2.3").

The FE-47 was revealed 6 months prior to the HZ25W which means that they are of a similar generation. Both of these cameras come with the identical body type (Compact).
Before getting in to a full comparison, below is a brief highlight of how the FE-47 scores vs the HZ25W for portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.

Olympus FE-47 vs Samsung HZ25W Gallery
The following is a preview of the gallery images for Olympus FE-47 and Samsung HZ25W. The full galleries are available at Olympus FE-47 Gallery and Samsung HZ25W Gallery.
Reasons to pick Olympus FE-47 over the Samsung HZ25W
FE-47 | HZ25W |
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Reasons to pick Samsung HZ25W over the Olympus FE-47
HZ25W | FE-47 | |||
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Manual focus | ![]() | Dial accurate focus | ||
Screen dimension | 3" | ![]() | 2.7" | Bigger screen (+0.3") |
Common features in the Olympus FE-47 and Samsung HZ25W
FE-47 | HZ25W | |||
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Released | January 2010 | ![]() | July 2010 | Similar generation |
Screen type | Fixed | ![]() | Fixed | Fixed screen |
Screen resolution | 230k | ![]() | 230k | Identical screen resolution |
Selfie screen | ![]() | Neither includes selfie screen | ||
Touch screen | ![]() | Missing Touch screen |
Olympus FE-47 vs Samsung HZ25W Physical Comparison
If you're intending to travel with your camera, you'll have to factor its weight and measurements. The Olympus FE-47 features outside dimensions of 98mm x 61mm x 27mm (3.9" x 2.4" x 1.1") having a weight of 204 grams (0.45 lbs) whilst the Samsung HZ25W has proportions of 116mm x 83mm x 92mm (4.6" x 3.3" x 3.6") accompanied by a weight of 428 grams (0.94 lbs).
Compare the Olympus FE-47 vs Samsung HZ25W in the latest Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.
Take into consideration, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will change depending on the lens you select at that moment. Below is the front view sizing comparison of the FE-47 against the HZ25W.

Considering dimensions and weight, the portability rating of the FE-47 and HZ25W is 93 and 70 respectively.

Olympus FE-47 vs Samsung HZ25W Sensor Comparison
Normally, it is difficult to see the gap between sensor dimensions purely by reading through specifications. The image here should provide you a better sense of the sensor sizes in the FE-47 and HZ25W.
To sum up, the two cameras have got the exact same sensor measurements albeit not the same megapixels. You should expect the Olympus FE-47 to give extra detail because of its extra 2 Megapixels. Higher resolution will allow you to crop shots much more aggressively.

Olympus FE-47 vs Samsung HZ25W Screen and ViewFinder


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Olympus FE-47 vs Samsung HZ25W Specifications
Olympus FE-47 | Samsung HZ25W | |
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General Information | ||
Manufacturer | Olympus | Samsung |
Model | Olympus FE-47 | Samsung HZ25W |
Also called | - | WB5000 |
Category | Small Sensor Compact | Small Sensor Superzoom |
Introduced | 2010-01-07 | 2010-07-06 |
Body design | Compact | Compact |
Sensor Information | ||
Processor | TruePic III | - |
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 surface area | 27.7mm² | 27.7mm² |
Sensor resolution | 14 megapixel | 12 megapixel |
Anti aliasing filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 4:3 and 16:9 | 4:3 and 16:9 |
Maximum resolution | 4288 x 3216 | 4000 x 3000 |
Maximum native ISO | 1600 | 3200 |
Maximum boosted ISO | - | 6400 |
Minimum native ISO | 100 | 64 |
RAW files | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Focus manually | ||
Touch to focus | ||
Continuous AF | ||
Single AF | ||
AF tracking | ||
AF selectice | ||
Center weighted AF | ||
AF multi area | ||
Live view AF | ||
Face detect AF | ||
Contract detect AF | ||
Phase detect AF | ||
Lens | ||
Lens mount | fixed lens | fixed lens |
Lens focal range | 36-180mm (5.0x) | 26-624mm (24.0x) |
Maximal aperture | f/3.5-5.6 | f/2.8-5.0 |
Macro focus distance | 3cm | 10cm |
Focal length multiplier | 5.9 | 5.9 |
Screen | ||
Range of display | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
Display diagonal | 2.7" | 3" |
Display resolution | 230k dot | 230k dot |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch screen | ||
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder type | None | None |
Features | ||
Lowest shutter speed | 4 seconds | 16 seconds |
Highest shutter speed | 1/2000 seconds | 1/2000 seconds |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Manual exposure | ||
Change WB | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Inbuilt flash | ||
Flash range | 3.80 m | 5.60 m |
Flash options | Auto, On, Off, Red-eye, Fill-in | Auto, On, Off, Red-Eye, Fill-in, Slow Sync |
External flash | ||
Auto exposure bracketing | ||
White balance bracketing | ||
Exposure | ||
Multisegment | ||
Average | ||
Spot | ||
Partial | ||
AF area | ||
Center weighted | ||
Video features | ||
Supported video resolutions | 640 x 480 (30 fps), 320 x 240 (30 fps) | 1280 x 720 (30, 15 fps), 640 x 480 (30, 15 fps), 320 x 240 (60, 30 fps) |
Maximum video resolution | 640x480 | 1280x720 |
Video data format | Motion JPEG | Motion JPEG |
Mic jack | ||
Headphone jack | ||
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 proof | ||
Dust proof | ||
Shock proof | ||
Crush proof | ||
Freeze proof | ||
Weight | 204 grams (0.45 pounds) | 428 grams (0.94 pounds) |
Dimensions | 98 x 61 x 27mm (3.9" x 2.4" x 1.1") | 116 x 83 x 92mm (4.6" x 3.3" x 3.6") |
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 model | 2 x AA | - |
Self timer | Yes (2 or 12 seconds) | Yes (2 or 10 sec, Double) |
Time lapse feature | ||
Storage media | SD/SDHC, Internal | SC/SDHC, Internal |
Storage slots | One | One |
Pricing at launch | $0 | $350 |