FujiFilm AX350 vs Olympus XZ-1

Here is a comprehensive analysis of the FujiFilm AX350 vs Olympus XZ-1, both Small Sensor Compact cameras by rivals FujiFilm and Olympus. There exists a sizable gap among the image resolutions of the AX350 (16MP) and XZ-1 (10MP) and the AX350 (1/2.3") and XZ-1 (1/1.63") use different sensor sizing.

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The AX350 was manufactured at a similar time to the XZ-1 and they are both of a similar age. The two cameras offer the identical body type (Compact).

Before we go in to a full comparison, below is a quick view of how the AX350 scores vs the XZ-1 in the way of portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

Following is a sample of the gallery pictures for FujiFilm FinePix AX350 & Olympus XZ-1. The entire galleries are available at FujiFilm AX350 Gallery & Olympus XZ-1 Gallery.

For those who are looking to carry your camera, you'll have to factor in its weight and volume. The FujiFilm AX350 provides exterior dimensions of 93mm x 60mm x 28mm (3.7" x 2.4" x 1.1") with a weight of 168 grams (0.37 lbs) and the Olympus XZ-1 has sizing of 111mm x 65mm x 42mm (4.4" x 2.6" x 1.7") accompanied by a weight of 275 grams (0.61 lbs).

Contrast the FujiFilm AX350 vs Olympus XZ-1 in our brand new Camera & Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Always remember, the weight of an ILC will change dependant on the lens you are utilizing at the time. Following is the front view over all size comparison of the AX350 against the XZ-1.

Factoring in dimensions and weight, the portability grade of the AX350 and XZ-1 is 94 and 88 respectively.

Normally, it can be tough to imagine the difference in sensor sizing just by viewing specs. The graphic here may give you a much better sense of the sensor sizes in the AX350 and XZ-1.

All in all, each of the cameras enjoy different megapixels and different sensor sizing. The AX350 featuring a smaller sensor is going to make shooting shallower depth of field more difficult and the FujiFilm AX350 will provide you with more detail due to its extra 6 Megapixels. Greater resolution will also allow you to crop images far more aggressively.