Olympus FE-47 vs Sony W370
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Olympus FE-47 vs Sony W370 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
- Launched January 2010
(Full Review)
- 14MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 3" Fixed Screen
- ISO 80 - 3200
- Optical Image Stabilization
- 1280 x 720 video
- 34-238mm (F3.6-5.6) lens
- 179g - 100 x 57 x 26mm
- Released January 2010

Olympus FE-47 vs Sony W370 Overview
Below, we will be reviewing the Olympus FE-47 vs Sony W370, both Small Sensor Compact digital cameras by rivals Olympus and Sony. The image resolution of the FE-47 (14MP) and the W370 (14MP) is pretty well matched and they feature the exact same sensor measurements (1/2.3").

The FE-47 was launched at a similar time to the W370 which means that they are of a similar generation. Each of the cameras come with the identical body type (Compact).
Before delving straight into a comprehensive comparison, below is a quick introduction of how the FE-47 grades versus the W370 with regards to portability, imaging, features and an overall score.

Olympus FE-47 vs Sony W370 Gallery
Following is a preview of the gallery images for Olympus FE-47 and Sony Cyber-shot DSC-W370. The complete galleries are available at Olympus FE-47 Gallery and Sony W370 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Olympus FE-47 over the Sony W370
FE-47 | W370 |
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Reasons to pick Sony W370 over the Olympus FE-47
W370 | FE-47 | |||
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Screen dimension | 3" | ![]() | 2.7" | Bigger screen (+0.3") |
Common features in the Olympus FE-47 and Sony W370
FE-47 | W370 | |||
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Released | January 2010 | ![]() | January 2010 | Similar generation |
Manual focus | ![]() | Lack of manual focus | ||
Screen type | Fixed | ![]() | Fixed | Fixed screen |
Screen resolution | 230k | ![]() | 230k | Identical screen resolution |
Selfie screen | ![]() | Neither offers selfie screen | ||
Touch friendly screen | ![]() | No Touch friendly screen |
Olympus FE-47 vs Sony W370 Physical Comparison
In case you're going to carry around your camera often, you will want to factor its weight and volume. The Olympus FE-47 offers outside measurements of 98mm x 61mm x 27mm (3.9" x 2.4" x 1.1") along with a weight of 204 grams (0.45 lbs) whilst the Sony W370 has sizing of 100mm x 57mm x 26mm (3.9" x 2.2" x 1.0") and a weight of 179 grams (0.39 lbs).
Take a look at the Olympus FE-47 vs Sony W370 in the latest Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.
Take into account, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will change based on the lens you use at that time. Below is the front view measurement comparison of the FE-47 against the W370.

Considering dimensions and weight, the portability rating of the FE-47 and W370 is 93 and 94 respectively.

Olympus FE-47 vs Sony W370 Sensor Comparison
Sometimes, it can be hard to imagine the difference between sensor sizes purely by reading through specs. The image below will give you a clearer sense of the sensor sizing in the FE-47 and W370.
All in all, both cameras posses the exact same sensor measurements and the same megapixels therefore you should expect similar quality of images though you should really factor the production date of the products into consideration.

Olympus FE-47 vs Sony W370 Screen and ViewFinder


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Olympus FE-47 vs Sony W370 Specifications
Olympus FE-47 | Sony Cyber-shot DSC-W370 | |
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General Information | ||
Brand Name | Olympus | Sony |
Model type | Olympus FE-47 | Sony Cyber-shot DSC-W370 |
Category | Small Sensor Compact | Small Sensor Compact |
Launched | 2010-01-07 | 2010-01-07 |
Body design | Compact | Compact |
Sensor Information | ||
Powered by | 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 surface area | 27.7mm² | 28.1mm² |
Sensor resolution | 14 megapixels | 14 megapixels |
Anti alias filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 4:3 and 16:9 | 4:3 and 16:9 |
Highest Possible resolution | 4288 x 3216 | 4320 x 3240 |
Maximum native ISO | 1600 | 3200 |
Minimum native ISO | 100 | 80 |
RAW format | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Manual focusing | ||
Touch to focus | ||
AF continuous | ||
AF single | ||
Tracking AF | ||
AF selectice | ||
Center weighted AF | ||
Multi area AF | ||
Live view AF | ||
Face detection AF | ||
Contract detection AF | ||
Phase detection AF | ||
Total focus points | - | 9 |
Lens | ||
Lens support | fixed lens | fixed lens |
Lens zoom range | 36-180mm (5.0x) | 34-238mm (7.0x) |
Highest aperture | f/3.5-5.6 | f/3.6-5.6 |
Macro focusing range | 3cm | - |
Crop factor | 5.9 | 5.8 |
Screen | ||
Range of screen | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
Screen size | 2.7" | 3" |
Resolution of screen | 230 thousand dot | 230 thousand dot |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch display | ||
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder type | None | None |
Features | ||
Minimum shutter speed | 4s | 2s |
Fastest shutter speed | 1/2000s | 1/1600s |
Continuous shutter speed | - | 2.0fps |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Manual exposure | ||
Set WB | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Inbuilt flash | ||
Flash distance | 3.80 m | 5.00 m |
Flash modes | Auto, On, Off, Red-eye, Fill-in | Auto, On, Off, Slow syncro |
External flash | ||
Auto exposure bracketing | ||
WB bracketing | ||
Exposure | ||
Multisegment | ||
Average | ||
Spot | ||
Partial | ||
AF area | ||
Center weighted | ||
Video features | ||
Supported video resolutions | 640 x 480 (30 fps), 320 x 240 (30 fps) | 1280 x 720 (30 fps), 640 x 480 (30 fps) |
Maximum video resolution | 640x480 | 1280x720 |
Video data 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 | ||
Environment seal | ||
Water proofing | ||
Dust proofing | ||
Shock proofing | ||
Crush proofing | ||
Freeze proofing | ||
Weight | 204g (0.45 pounds) | 179g (0.39 pounds) |
Dimensions | 98 x 61 x 27mm (3.9" x 2.4" x 1.1") | 100 x 57 x 26mm (3.9" x 2.2" x 1.0") |
DXO scores | ||
DXO Overall rating | not tested | not tested |
DXO Color Depth rating | not tested | not tested |
DXO Dynamic range rating | not tested | not tested |
DXO Low light rating | not tested | not tested |
Other | ||
Battery ID | 2 x AA | NP-BN1 |
Self timer | Yes (2 or 12 seconds) | Yes (2 sec or 10 sec, portrait1/ portrait2) |
Time lapse recording | ||
Storage media | SD/SDHC, Internal | SD/SDHC, Memory Stick Duo/Pro Duo/ Pro HG-Duo, Internal |
Storage slots | One | One |
Pricing at release | $0 | $230 |