Size and weight are big decision factors when you are trying to find the ideal camera for your needs.
In this section, we are going to illustrate the Olympus FE-47 and Samsung HZ15W side-by-side from the front, back and top in their relative dimensions. Olympus FE-47 has external dimensions of 98 x 61 x 27 mm (3.86 x 2.4 x 1.06″) and weighs 204 g (0.45 lb / 7.20 oz) (including batteries). Samsung HZ15W has external dimensions of 105 x 61 x 37 mm (4.13 x 2.4 x 1.46″) and weighs 249 g (0.55 lb / 8.78 oz) (including batteries).
Below you can see the front-view size comparison of the Olympus FE-47 and the Samsung HZ15W. Olympus FE-47 is 7mm narrower and 10mm thinner than Olympus FE-47 but they have the same height of 61mm.
Here is the back view size comparison of the Olympus FE-47 and Samsung HZ15W.
Weight is another important factor, especially when deciding on a camera that you want to carry with you all day.
Olympus FE-47 is significantly lighter (45g ) than the Samsung HZ15W which may become a big advantage especially on long walking trips.
Weather Sealing
Unfortunately neither the Olympus FE-47 nor Samsung HZ15W (WB550) provides any type of weather sealing in their bodies, so you have to give extra care especially when you are shooting outdoors. If weather sealing is a must-have feature for you, check these sections: Top Compact Cameras with Weather Sealing
LCD Screen Size and Features
Samsung HZ15W's 3.00" LCD screen is slightly larger than Olympus FE-47's 2.7" screen.
Unfortunately, both cameras has fixed screens so they don't tilt or flip in directions.