Casio EX-FH25 vs Olympus SZ-16 iHS

Below is a in depth overview of the Casio EX-FH25 versus Olympus SZ-16 iHS, both Small Sensor Superzoom cameras by companies Casio and Olympus. There is a big difference among the image resolutions of the EX-FH25 (10MP) and SZ-16 iHS (16MP) but both cameras posses the same sensor size (1/2.3").

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The EX-FH25 was revealed 3 years before the SZ-16 iHS and that is a fairly big gap as far as camera tech is concerned. The two cameras have different body design with the Casio EX-FH25 being a SLR-like (bridge) camera and the Olympus SZ-16 iHS being a Compact camera.

Before going straight to a thorough comparison, here is a simple highlight of how the EX-FH25 matches up against the SZ-16 iHS in terms of portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.

Here is a sample of the gallery pictures for Casio Exilim EX-FH25 and Olympus SZ-16 iHS. The full galleries are available at Casio EX-FH25 Gallery and Olympus SZ-16 iHS Gallery.

For those who are intending to lug around your camera often, you need to consider its weight and proportions. The Casio EX-FH25 provides outer measurements of 122mm x 81mm x 83mm (4.8" x 3.2" x 3.3") and a weight of 524 grams (1.16 lbs) while the Olympus SZ-16 iHS has measurements of 108mm x 70mm x 40mm (4.3" x 2.8" x 1.6") accompanied by a weight of 226 grams (0.50 lbs).

Examine the Casio EX-FH25 versus Olympus SZ-16 iHS in the latest Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Remember that, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will vary depending on the lens you choose during that time. Following is a front view overall size comparison of the EX-FH25 compared to the SZ-16 iHS.

Looking at size and weight, the portability rating of the EX-FH25 and SZ-16 iHS is 69 and 89 respectively.

Oftentimes, it is very hard to visualise the contrast in sensor measurements simply by researching technical specs. The visual below will give you a clearer sense of the sensor measurements in the EX-FH25 and SZ-16 iHS.

As you have seen, both of the cameras provide the same sensor dimensions but not the same megapixels. You should anticipate the Olympus SZ-16 iHS to result in greater detail because of its extra 6MP. Greater resolution will also allow you to crop pics more aggressively. The older EX-FH25 will be behind when it comes to sensor technology.