Olympus FE-47 vs Sony NEX-3N

In this write-up, we will be comparing the Olympus FE-47 vs Sony NEX-3N, one being a Small Sensor Compact and the latter is a Entry-Level Mirrorless by brands Olympus and Sony. The resolution of the FE-47 (14MP) and the NEX-3N (16MP) is relatively similar but the FE-47 (1/2.3") and NEX-3N (APS-C) possess different sensor sizing.

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The FE-47 was revealed 4 years earlier than the NEX-3N and that is quite a large gap as far as tech is concerned. Both of the cameras offer different body type with the Olympus FE-47 being a Compact camera and the Sony NEX-3N being a Rangefinder-style mirrorless camera.

Before we go through a more detailed comparison, below is a brief highlight of how the FE-47 scores against the NEX-3N with regards to portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.

Here is a preview of the gallery photos for Olympus FE-47 and Sony Alpha NEX-3N. The full galleries are provided at Olympus FE-47 Gallery and Sony NEX-3N Gallery.

If you are intending to lug around your camera regularly, you need to think about its weight and size. The Olympus FE-47 offers 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) whilst the Sony NEX-3N has specifications of 110mm x 62mm x 35mm (4.3" x 2.4" x 1.4") having a weight of 269 grams (0.59 lbs).

Examine the Olympus FE-47 vs Sony NEX-3N in the latest Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Remember that, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will differ dependant on the lens you choose at that time. Following is the front view over all size comparison of the FE-47 and the NEX-3N.

Factoring in size and weight, the portability grade of the FE-47 and NEX-3N is 93 and 89 respectively.

Generally, it is very tough to picture the contrast between sensor measurements simply by reading a spec sheet. The photograph below may offer you a more clear sense of the sensor sizes in the FE-47 and NEX-3N.

As you can see, both cameras offer different megapixel count and different sensor measurements. The FE-47 with its tinier sensor is going to make achieving shallower DOF more challenging and the Sony NEX-3N will offer you extra detail because of its extra 2 Megapixels. Higher resolution will allow you to crop shots a little more aggressively. The older FE-47 is going to be behind when it comes to sensor innovation.