Olympus FE-47 vs Sony W230
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Olympus FE-47 vs Sony W230 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
- Announced January 2010
(Full Review)
- 12MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 3" Fixed Display
- ISO 80 - 3200
- Optical Image Stabilization
- 640 x 480 video
- 30-120mm (F2.8-5.8) lens
- 156g - 95 x 57 x 22mm
- Launched February 2009

Olympus FE-47 vs Sony W230 Overview
Let's examine more closely at the Olympus FE-47 vs Sony W230, both Small Sensor Compact digital cameras by companies Olympus and Sony. The sensor resolution of the FE-47 (14MP) and the W230 (12MP) is fairly similar and they enjoy the exact same sensor measurements (1/2.3").

The FE-47 was revealed 11 months later than the W230 and they are both of a similar generation. Both of these cameras come with the identical body type (Compact).
Before going through a in-depth comparison, below is a brief view of how the FE-47 grades vs the W230 for portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

Olympus FE-47 vs Sony W230 Gallery
Following is a sample of the gallery pictures for Olympus FE-47 and Sony Cyber-shot DSC-W230. The full galleries are provided at Olympus FE-47 Gallery and Sony W230 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Olympus FE-47 over the Sony W230
FE-47 | W230 | |||
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Launched | January 2010 | ![]() | February 2009 | Fresher by 11 months |
Reasons to pick Sony W230 over the Olympus FE-47
W230 | FE-47 | |||
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Focus manually | ![]() | Very accurate focus | ||
Display dimension | 3" | ![]() | 2.7" | Larger display (+0.3") |
Common features in the Olympus FE-47 and Sony W230
FE-47 | W230 | |||
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Display type | Fixed | ![]() | Fixed | Fixed display |
Display resolution | 230k | ![]() | 230k | The same display resolution |
Selfie screen | ![]() | Neither comes with selfie screen | ||
Touch friendly display | ![]() | Neither comes with Touch friendly display |
Olympus FE-47 vs Sony W230 Physical Comparison
For anybody who is aiming to carry your camera regularly, you will want to factor its weight and dimensions. The Olympus FE-47 comes with exterior measurements of 98mm x 61mm x 27mm (3.9" x 2.4" x 1.1") accompanied by a weight of 204 grams (0.45 lbs) and the Sony W230 has dimensions of 95mm x 57mm x 22mm (3.7" x 2.2" x 0.9") with a weight of 156 grams (0.34 lbs).
See the Olympus FE-47 vs Sony W230 in the new Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.
Remember, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will change based on the lens you choose at that moment. Following is the front view scale comparison of the FE-47 and the W230.

Taking into consideration dimensions and weight, the portability grade of the FE-47 and W230 is 93 and 95 respectively.

Olympus FE-47 vs Sony W230 Sensor Comparison
Sometimes, it's tough to picture the contrast between sensor sizing merely by going over a spec sheet. The photograph below should offer you a much better sense of the sensor sizing in the FE-47 and W230.
Clearly, each of these cameras posses the exact same sensor measurements but different megapixels. You should anticipate the Olympus FE-47 to offer you greater detail because of its extra 2MP. Greater resolution will help you crop photos somewhat more aggressively. The more recent FE-47 should have a benefit with regard to sensor technology.

Olympus FE-47 vs Sony W230 Screen and ViewFinder


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Olympus FE-47 vs Sony W230 Specifications
Olympus FE-47 | Sony Cyber-shot DSC-W230 | |
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General Information | ||
Brand Name | Olympus | Sony |
Model | Olympus FE-47 | Sony Cyber-shot DSC-W230 |
Category | Small Sensor Compact | Small Sensor Compact |
Announced | 2010-01-07 | 2009-02-17 |
Body design | Compact | Compact |
Sensor Information | ||
Chip | 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 | 14 megapixels | 12 megapixels |
Anti aliasing filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 4:3 and 16:9 | 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 |
Peak resolution | 4288 x 3216 | 4000 x 3000 |
Highest native ISO | 1600 | 3200 |
Minimum native ISO | 100 | 80 |
RAW files | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Manual focus | ||
Touch to focus | ||
Autofocus continuous | ||
Autofocus single | ||
Tracking autofocus | ||
Selective autofocus | ||
Center weighted autofocus | ||
Multi area autofocus | ||
Autofocus live view | ||
Face detection autofocus | ||
Contract detection autofocus | ||
Phase detection autofocus | ||
Number of focus points | - | 9 |
Lens | ||
Lens mount | fixed lens | fixed lens |
Lens focal range | 36-180mm (5.0x) | 30-120mm (4.0x) |
Highest aperture | f/3.5-5.6 | f/2.8-5.8 |
Macro focus range | 3cm | 4cm |
Focal length multiplier | 5.9 | 5.8 |
Screen | ||
Screen type | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
Screen size | 2.7" | 3" |
Screen resolution | 230 thousand dot | 230 thousand dot |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch function | ||
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder type | None | None |
Features | ||
Minimum shutter speed | 4 secs | 1 secs |
Fastest shutter speed | 1/2000 secs | 1/1600 secs |
Continuous shutter speed | - | 2.0fps |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Manual exposure | ||
Set white balance | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Integrated flash | ||
Flash range | 3.80 m | 3.90 m |
Flash settings | Auto, On, Off, Red-eye, Fill-in | Auto, On, Off, Red-Eye reduction, Slow Sync |
External flash | ||
AE bracketing | ||
WB bracketing | ||
Exposure | ||
Multisegment exposure | ||
Average exposure | ||
Spot exposure | ||
Partial exposure | ||
AF area exposure | ||
Center weighted exposure | ||
Video features | ||
Video resolutions | 640 x 480 (30 fps), 320 x 240 (30 fps) | 640 x 480 (30 fps), 320 x 240 (30 fps) |
Highest video resolution | 640x480 | 640x480 |
Video file format | Motion JPEG | Motion JPEG |
Mic input | ||
Headphone input | ||
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) | 156 grams (0.34 pounds) |
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 Overall 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 shooting | ||
Type of storage | SD/SDHC, Internal | Memory Stick Duo / Pro Duo, Internal |
Storage slots | One | One |
Launch cost | $0 | $180 |