Olympus FE-47 vs Samsung TL220
93 Imaging
36 Features
17 Overall
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95 Imaging
35 Features
27 Overall
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Olympus FE-47 vs Samsung TL220 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
- Announced January 2010
(Full Review)
- 12MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 3" Fixed Screen
- ISO 80 - 3200
- Optical Image Stabilization
- 1280 x 720 video
- 27-124mm (F3.5-5.9) lens
- 169g - 100 x 60 x 19mm
- Launched August 2009
- Additionally Known as ST500

Olympus FE-47 vs Samsung TL220 Overview
Here is a detailed overview of the Olympus FE-47 and Samsung TL220, both Small Sensor Compact digital cameras by competitors Olympus and Samsung. The image resolution of the FE-47 (14MP) and the TL220 (12MP) is pretty well matched and they use the exact same sensor dimensions (1/2.3").

The FE-47 was introduced 5 months later than the TL220 which means that they are both of a similar age. Each of these cameras come with the identical body type (Compact).
Before getting straight into a complete comparison, below is a quick introduction of how the FE-47 matches up vs the TL220 with regard to portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

Olympus FE-47 vs Samsung TL220 Gallery
Below is a preview of the gallery images for Olympus FE-47 & Samsung TL220. The whole galleries are available at Olympus FE-47 Gallery & Samsung TL220 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Olympus FE-47 over the Samsung TL220
FE-47 | TL220 |
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Reasons to pick Samsung TL220 over the Olympus FE-47
TL220 | FE-47 | |||
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Screen dimension | 3" | ![]() | 2.7" | Bigger screen (+0.3") |
Touch screen | ![]() | Quickly navigate |
Common features in the Olympus FE-47 and Samsung TL220
FE-47 | TL220 | |||
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Launched | January 2010 | ![]() | August 2009 | Similar age |
Manual focus | ![]() | No manual focusing | ||
Screen type | Fixed | ![]() | Fixed | Fixed screen |
Screen resolution | 230k | ![]() | 230k | Same screen resolution |
Selfie screen | ![]() | No selfie screen |
Olympus FE-47 vs Samsung TL220 Physical Comparison
When you are going to carry your camera often, you will have to think about its weight and volume. The Olympus FE-47 provides external dimensions of 98mm x 61mm x 27mm (3.9" x 2.4" x 1.1") accompanied by a weight of 204 grams (0.45 lbs) while the Samsung TL220 has sizing of 100mm x 60mm x 19mm (3.9" x 2.4" x 0.7") accompanied by a weight of 169 grams (0.37 lbs).
Look at the Olympus FE-47 and Samsung TL220 in our newest Camera plus Lens Size Comparison Tool.
Do not forget, the weight of an ILC will differ based on the lens you choose at the time. Underneath is the front view proportions comparison of the FE-47 and the TL220.

Factoring in dimensions and weight, the portability grade of the FE-47 and TL220 is 93 and 95 respectively.

Olympus FE-47 vs Samsung TL220 Sensor Comparison
Normally, it can be hard to visualize the gap between sensor sizing merely by looking at specifications. The visual below will offer you a better sense of the sensor dimensions in the FE-47 and TL220.
To sum up, each of these cameras posses the exact same sensor measurements albeit different MP. You can expect the Olympus FE-47 to give extra detail using its extra 2MP. Higher resolution will also let you crop shots somewhat more aggressively.

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Olympus FE-47 vs Samsung TL220 Specifications
Olympus FE-47 | Samsung TL220 | |
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General Information | ||
Company | Olympus | Samsung |
Model | Olympus FE-47 | Samsung TL220 |
Otherwise known as | - | ST500 |
Type | Small Sensor Compact | Small Sensor Compact |
Announced | 2010-01-07 | 2009-08-13 |
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 megapixels | 12 megapixels |
Anti aliasing filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 4:3 and 16:9 | 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 |
Maximum resolution | 4288 x 3216 | 4000 x 3000 |
Maximum native ISO | 1600 | 3200 |
Minimum native ISO | 100 | 80 |
RAW files | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Focus manually | ||
Touch to focus | ||
Continuous AF | ||
Single AF | ||
AF tracking | ||
AF selectice | ||
AF center weighted | ||
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) | 27-124mm (4.6x) |
Highest aperture | f/3.5-5.6 | f/3.5-5.9 |
Macro focus distance | 3cm | 5cm |
Focal length multiplier | 5.9 | 5.9 |
Screen | ||
Range of display | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
Display size | 2.7" | 3" |
Resolution of display | 230 thousand dot | 230 thousand dot |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch operation | ||
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder type | None | None |
Features | ||
Lowest shutter speed | 4 secs | 8 secs |
Highest shutter speed | 1/2000 secs | 1/2000 secs |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Manual exposure | ||
Custom WB | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Inbuilt flash | ||
Flash range | 3.80 m | 3.40 m |
Flash options | Auto, On, Off, Red-eye, Fill-in | Auto, On, Off, Red-eye, Fill-in, Slow sync, Manual |
External flash | ||
AEB | ||
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) | 1280 x 720 (30, 15 fps), 640 x 480 (30, 15 fps), 320 x 240 (60, 30, 15 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 lbs) | 169 grams (0.37 lbs) |
Dimensions | 98 x 61 x 27mm (3.9" x 2.4" x 1.1") | 100 x 60 x 19mm (3.9" x 2.4" x 0.7") |
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 | SLB-07A |
Self timer | Yes (2 or 12 seconds) | Yes (10 sec, 2 sec, Double, Motion Timer) |
Time lapse feature | ||
Storage media | SD/SDHC, Internal | MicroSD/ MicroSDHC, internal |
Storage slots | One | One |
Retail cost | $0 | $90 |