FujiFilm S1600 vs Olympus 1

Its time to look a little more in depth at the FujiFilm S1600 versus Olympus 1, both Small Sensor Superzoom cameras by companies FujiFilm and Olympus. The sensor resolution of the S1600 (12MP) and the 1 (12MP) is very comparable but the S1600 (1/2.3") and 1 (1/1.7") enjoy different sensor measurements.

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The S1600 was brought out 4 years before the 1 which is a fairly serious gap as far as camera technology is concerned. Each of the cameras offer the identical body type (SLR-like (bridge)).

Before going in to a thorough comparison, below is a brief introduction of how the S1600 grades against the 1 for portability, imaging, features and an overall score.

Here is a sample of the gallery pics for FujiFilm FinePix S1600 and Olympus Stylus 1. The entire galleries are provided at FujiFilm S1600 Gallery and Olympus 1 Gallery.

If you're looking to carry around your camera, you are going to need to factor in its weight and proportions. The FujiFilm S1600 has outside dimensions of 110mm x 73mm x 81mm (4.3" x 2.9" x 3.2") with a weight of 337 grams (0.74 lbs) while the Olympus 1 has measurements of 116mm x 87mm x 57mm (4.6" x 3.4" x 2.2") having a weight of 402 grams (0.89 lbs).

Compare the FujiFilm S1600 versus Olympus 1 in the all new Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Remember, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will change dependant on the lens you choose at the time. Below is the front view sizing comparison of the S1600 versus the 1.

Considering dimensions and weight, the portability rating of the S1600 and 1 is 78 and 79 respectively.

Normally, it is difficult to imagine the contrast in sensor sizes simply by checking out a spec sheet. The pic below might provide you a better sense of the sensor dimensions in the S1600 and 1.

As you can see, both of those cameras enjoy the same exact megapixels but different sensor sizes. The S1600 offers the smaller sensor which should make obtaining shallower DOF tougher. The more aged S1600 will be disadvantaged with regard to sensor tech.