Olympus FE-47 vs Sony W220
93 Imaging
36 Features
17 Overall
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95 Imaging
34 Features
17 Overall
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Olympus FE-47 vs Sony W220 Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 14MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 2.7" Fixed Screen
- ISO 100 - 1600
- 640 x 480 video
- 36-180mm (F3.5-5.6) lens
- 204g - 98 x 61 x 27mm
- Revealed January 2010
(Full Review)
- 12MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 2.7" Fixed Display
- ISO 80 - 3200
- Optical Image Stabilization
- 640 x 480 video
- 30-120mm (F2.8-7.1) lens
- 147g - 95 x 57 x 22mm
- Introduced January 2009
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On this page, we are reviewing the Olympus FE-47 and Sony W220, both Small Sensor Compact cameras by manufacturers Olympus and Sony. The resolution of the FE-47 (14MP) and the W220 (12MP) is fairly comparable and both cameras posses the same sensor size (1/2.3").
Photobucket discusses licensing 13 billion images with AI firmsThe FE-47 was introduced 13 months later than the W220 making them a generation apart from one another. Both of the cameras have the same body design (Compact).
Before going right into a comprehensive comparison, here is a simple summary of how the FE-47 scores versus the W220 when considering portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.
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The following is a sample of the gallery pictures for Olympus FE-47 & Sony Cyber-shot DSC-W220. The whole galleries are available at Olympus FE-47 Gallery & Sony W220 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Olympus FE-47 over the Sony W220
| FE-47 | W220 | |||
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Introduced | January 2010 | January 2009 | Fresher by 13 months |
Reasons to pick Sony W220 over the Olympus FE-47
| W220 | FE-47 | |||
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Manual focus | More precise focus |
Common features in the Olympus FE-47 and Sony W220
| FE-47 | W220 | |||
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Display type | Fixed | Fixed | Fixed display | |
| Display dimensions | 2.7" | 2.7" | Equal display size | |
| Display resolution | 230k | 230k | The same display resolution | |
| Selfie screen | Missing selfie screen | |||
| Touch friendly display | Missing Touch friendly display |
Olympus FE-47 vs Sony W220 Physical Comparison
If you are going to carry your camera, you need to factor its weight and size. The Olympus FE-47 provides physical dimensions of 98mm x 61mm x 27mm (3.9" x 2.4" x 1.1") and a weight of 204 grams (0.45 lbs) whilst the Sony W220 has specifications of 95mm x 57mm x 22mm (3.7" x 2.2" x 0.9") having a weight of 147 grams (0.32 lbs).
Examine the Olympus FE-47 and Sony W220 in our newest Camera & Lens Size Comparison Tool.
Don't forget, the weight of an ILC will change based on the lens you select at that moment. Following is a front view dimension comparison of the FE-47 against the W220.

Taking into account dimensions and weight, the portability grade of the FE-47 and W220 is 93 and 95 respectively.
Olympus FE-47 vs Sony W220 Sensor Comparison
Normally, its difficult to visualise the gap in sensor sizing just by seeing specs. The graphic underneath will help give you a more clear sense of the sensor dimensions in the FE-47 and W220.
All in all, each of the cameras provide the same sensor dimensions but not the same MP. You can anticipate the Olympus FE-47 to provide more detail using its extra 2 Megapixels. Greater resolution will enable you to crop photos more aggressively. The younger FE-47 is going to have a benefit in sensor innovation.
Olympus FE-47 vs Sony W220 Screen and ViewFinder
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Olympus FE-47 vs Sony W220 Specifications
| Olympus FE-47 | Sony Cyber-shot DSC-W220 | |
|---|---|---|
| General Information | ||
| Manufacturer | Olympus | Sony |
| Model | Olympus FE-47 | Sony Cyber-shot DSC-W220 |
| Category | Small Sensor Compact | Small Sensor Compact |
| Revealed | 2010-01-07 | 2009-01-08 |
| Physical type | 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 | 6.17 x 4.55mm |
| Sensor area | 27.7mm² | 28.1mm² |
| Sensor resolution | 14MP | 12MP |
| Anti aliasing filter | ||
| Aspect ratio | 4:3 and 16:9 | 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 |
| Full resolution | 4288 x 3216 | 4000 x 3000 |
| Max native ISO | 1600 | 3200 |
| Lowest native ISO | 100 | 80 |
| RAW files | ||
| Autofocusing | ||
| Manual focus | ||
| Autofocus touch | ||
| Autofocus continuous | ||
| Autofocus single | ||
| Autofocus tracking | ||
| Autofocus selectice | ||
| Center weighted autofocus | ||
| Multi area autofocus | ||
| Live view autofocus | ||
| Face detection autofocus | ||
| Contract detection autofocus | ||
| Phase detection autofocus | ||
| Number of focus points | - | 9 |
| Lens | ||
| Lens mounting type | fixed lens | fixed lens |
| Lens focal range | 36-180mm (5.0x) | 30-120mm (4.0x) |
| Highest aperture | f/3.5-5.6 | f/2.8-7.1 |
| Macro focus distance | 3cm | 5cm |
| Focal length multiplier | 5.9 | 5.8 |
| Screen | ||
| Screen type | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
| Screen sizing | 2.7" | 2.7" |
| Resolution of screen | 230 thousand dots | 230 thousand dots |
| Selfie friendly | ||
| Liveview | ||
| Touch friendly | ||
| Viewfinder Information | ||
| Viewfinder | None | None |
| Features | ||
| Lowest shutter speed | 4s | 1s |
| Highest shutter speed | 1/2000s | 1/1600s |
| Continuous shooting rate | - | 2.0 frames/s |
| Shutter priority | ||
| Aperture priority | ||
| Manually set exposure | ||
| Custom white balance | ||
| Image stabilization | ||
| Integrated flash | ||
| Flash range | 3.80 m | 7.10 m (Auto ISO) |
| Flash options | Auto, On, Off, Red-eye, Fill-in | Auto, Flash On, Slow Syncro, Red-eye, Flash Off |
| External flash | ||
| Auto exposure bracketing | ||
| 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) | 640 x 480 (30 fps), 320 x 240 (8 fps) |
| Max video resolution | 640x480 | 640x480 |
| Video file format | Motion JPEG | Motion JPEG |
| Mic support | ||
| Headphone support | ||
| 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 sealing | ||
| Water proof | ||
| Dust proof | ||
| Shock proof | ||
| Crush proof | ||
| Freeze proof | ||
| Weight | 204g (0.45 lbs) | 147g (0.32 lbs) |
| Physical dimensions | 98 x 61 x 27mm (3.9" x 2.4" x 1.1") | 95 x 57 x 22mm (3.7" x 2.2" x 0.9") |
| 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) |
| Time lapse feature | ||
| Storage type | SD/SDHC, Internal | Memory Stick Duo/Pro Duo, Internal |
| Card slots | Single | Single |
| Launch pricing | $0 | $160 |