Olympus FE-47 vs Samsung NX1000

In this write-up, we are comparing the Olympus FE-47 and Samsung NX1000, former being a Small Sensor Compact while the other is a Entry-Level Mirrorless by companies Olympus and Samsung. There exists a substantial gap between the image resolutions of the FE-47 (14MP) and NX1000 (20MP) and the FE-47 (1/2.3") and NX1000 (APS-C) possess different sensor size.

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The FE-47 was announced 3 years earlier than the NX1000 and that is quite a big difference as far as technology is concerned. Both cameras offer different body type with the Olympus FE-47 being a Compact camera and the Samsung NX1000 being a Rangefinder-style mirrorless camera.

Before going through a complete comparison, below is a brief overview of how the FE-47 scores against the NX1000 in regards to portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

Following is a sample of the gallery pics for Olympus FE-47 & Samsung NX1000. The whole galleries are viewable at Olympus FE-47 Gallery & Samsung NX1000 Gallery.

If you're planning to carry your camera regularly, you're going to have to consider 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") with a weight of 204 grams (0.45 lbs) while the Samsung NX1000 has proportions of 114mm x 63mm x 37mm (4.5" x 2.5" x 1.5") with a weight of 222 grams (0.49 lbs).

Check out the Olympus FE-47 and Samsung NX1000 in our newest Camera & Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Do not forget, the weight of an ILC will differ dependant on the lens you are utilizing at that time. Underneath is the front view measurement comparison of the FE-47 vs the NX1000.

Considering dimensions and weight, the portability score of the FE-47 and NX1000 is 93 and 90 respectively.

Quite often, it can be tough to visualize the contrast between sensor sizing merely by reading through technical specs. The graphic underneath will help give you a far better sense of the sensor measurements in the FE-47 and NX1000.

As you can tell, both cameras enjoy different resolutions and different sensor sizing. The FE-47 having a tinier sensor is going to make getting bokeh trickier and the Samsung NX1000 will give extra detail with its extra 6 Megapixels. Greater resolution can also help you crop pics far more aggressively. The older FE-47 is going to be disadvantaged with regard to sensor tech.