Olympus FE-47 vs Sony W650
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Olympus FE-47 vs Sony W650 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)
- 16MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 3" Fixed Display
- ISO 80 - 3200
- Optical Image Stabilization
- 1280 x 720 video
- 25-125mm (F2.6-6.3) lens
- 124g - 94 x 56 x 19mm
- Released January 2012

Olympus FE-47 vs Sony W650 Overview
Following is a detailed comparison of the Olympus FE-47 versus Sony W650, both Small Sensor Compact digital cameras by companies Olympus and Sony. The resolution of the FE-47 (14MP) and the W650 (16MP) is fairly similar and both cameras provide the identical sensor sizes (1/2.3").

The FE-47 was brought out 24 months prior to the W650 making them a generation away from one another. Each of these cameras feature the same body design (Compact).
Before going right into a more detailed comparison, here is a simple summary of how the FE-47 matches up vs the W650 for portability, imaging, features and an overall score.

Olympus FE-47 vs Sony W650 Gallery
Following is a sample of the gallery pictures for Olympus FE-47 & Sony Cyber-shot DSC-W650. The entire galleries are available at Olympus FE-47 Gallery & Sony W650 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Olympus FE-47 over the Sony W650
FE-47 | W650 |
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Reasons to pick Sony W650 over the Olympus FE-47
W650 | FE-47 | |||
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Released | January 2012 | ![]() | January 2010 | More modern by 24 months |
Display size | 3" | ![]() | 2.7" | Larger display (+0.3") |
Common features in the Olympus FE-47 and Sony W650
FE-47 | W650 | |||
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Manual focus | ![]() | No manual focus | ||
Display type | Fixed | ![]() | Fixed | Fixed display |
Display resolution | 230k | ![]() | 230k | Equal display resolution |
Selfie screen | ![]() | Neither contains selfie screen | ||
Touch display | ![]() | Neither contains Touch display |
Olympus FE-47 vs Sony W650 Physical Comparison
When you are looking to carry around your camera, you'll have to think about its weight and proportions. The Olympus FE-47 has got exterior dimensions 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 W650 has measurements of 94mm x 56mm x 19mm (3.7" x 2.2" x 0.7") and a weight of 124 grams (0.27 lbs).
Analyze the Olympus FE-47 versus Sony W650 in our newest Camera plus Lens Size Comparison Tool.
Keep in mind, the weight of an ILC will vary based on the lens you are utilizing at that moment. Below is a front view measurements comparison of the FE-47 and the W650.

Using dimensions and weight, the portability grade of the FE-47 and W650 is 93 and 96 respectively.

Olympus FE-47 vs Sony W650 Sensor Comparison
Normally, it can be tough to imagine the difference between sensor sizes just by reading specifications. The image below will provide you a more clear sense of the sensor sizes in the FE-47 and W650.
Plainly, the two cameras feature the identical sensor size but different MP. You can anticipate the Sony W650 to offer more detail having its extra 2MP. Greater resolution can also let you crop photos way more aggressively. The more aged FE-47 is going to be behind in sensor tech.

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Olympus FE-47 vs Sony W650 Specifications
Olympus FE-47 | Sony Cyber-shot DSC-W650 | |
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General Information | ||
Company | Olympus | Sony |
Model type | Olympus FE-47 | Sony Cyber-shot DSC-W650 |
Type | Small Sensor Compact | Small Sensor Compact |
Announced | 2010-01-07 | 2012-01-10 |
Body design | Compact | Compact |
Sensor Information | ||
Processor Chip | TruePic III | BIONZ |
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 megapixel | 16 megapixel |
Anti alias filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 4:3 and 16:9 | 4:3 and 16:9 |
Highest resolution | 4288 x 3216 | 4608 x 3456 |
Highest native ISO | 1600 | 3200 |
Min native ISO | 100 | 80 |
RAW support | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Manual focusing | ||
Autofocus touch | ||
Continuous autofocus | ||
Autofocus single | ||
Autofocus tracking | ||
Autofocus selectice | ||
Center weighted autofocus | ||
Autofocus multi area | ||
Live view autofocus | ||
Face detect autofocus | ||
Contract detect autofocus | ||
Phase detect autofocus | ||
Cross type focus points | - | - |
Lens | ||
Lens mount type | fixed lens | fixed lens |
Lens zoom range | 36-180mm (5.0x) | 25-125mm (5.0x) |
Max aperture | f/3.5-5.6 | f/2.6-6.3 |
Macro focusing range | 3cm | 5cm |
Focal length multiplier | 5.9 | 5.8 |
Screen | ||
Display type | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
Display size | 2.7 inch | 3 inch |
Resolution of display | 230k dot | 230k dot |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch function | ||
Display technology | - | Clear Photo TFT LCD |
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder type | None | None |
Features | ||
Slowest shutter speed | 4s | 2s |
Maximum shutter speed | 1/2000s | 1/1600s |
Continuous shooting speed | - | 1.0fps |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Expose Manually | ||
Custom white balance | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Built-in flash | ||
Flash distance | 3.80 m | 3.70 m |
Flash options | Auto, On, Off, Red-eye, Fill-in | Auto, On, Off, Slow Sync |
Hot shoe | ||
AEB | ||
White balance 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) |
Highest video resolution | 640x480 | 1280x720 |
Video file format | Motion JPEG | MPEG-4, H.264 |
Mic jack | ||
Headphone jack | ||
Connectivity | ||
Wireless | None | Eye-Fi Connected |
Bluetooth | ||
NFC | ||
HDMI | ||
USB | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) |
GPS | None | None |
Physical | ||
Environmental seal | ||
Water proofing | ||
Dust proofing | ||
Shock proofing | ||
Crush proofing | ||
Freeze proofing | ||
Weight | 204 gr (0.45 lb) | 124 gr (0.27 lb) |
Physical dimensions | 98 x 61 x 27mm (3.9" x 2.4" x 1.1") | 94 x 56 x 19mm (3.7" x 2.2" x 0.7") |
DXO scores | ||
DXO All around 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 life | - | 220 pictures |
Battery form | - | Battery Pack |
Battery ID | 2 x AA | NP-BN |
Self timer | Yes (2 or 12 seconds) | Yes (2 or 10 sec, Portrait 1/2) |
Time lapse shooting | ||
Storage media | SD/SDHC, Internal | SD/SDHC/SDXC, microSD/micro SDHC, Memory Stick Duo/Memory Stick Pro Duo, Memory Stick Pro-HG Duo |
Storage slots | 1 | 1 |
Cost at launch | $0 | $140 |