FujiFilm S1600 vs Olympus SP-100

Following is a complete review of the FujiFilm S1600 and Olympus SP-100, both Small Sensor Superzoom digital cameras by brands FujiFilm and Olympus. There exists a crucial gap between the resolutions of the S1600 (12MP) and SP-100 (16MP) but they come with the exact same sensor size (1/2.3").

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The S1600 was revealed 5 years prior to the SP-100 which is quite a serious gap as far as technology is concerned. Each of the cameras come with the identical body type (SLR-like (bridge)).

Before we go in to a detailed comparison, below is a simple introduction of how the S1600 matches up against the SP-100 for portability, imaging, features and an overall score.

Here is a preview of the gallery photos for FujiFilm FinePix S1600 and Olympus Stylus SP-100. The full galleries are available at FujiFilm S1600 Gallery and Olympus SP-100 Gallery.

If you are looking to carry around your camera often, you'll have to take into account its weight and size. The FujiFilm S1600 features exterior measurements of 110mm x 73mm x 81mm (4.3" x 2.9" x 3.2") along with a weight of 337 grams (0.74 lbs) whilst the Olympus SP-100 has specifications of 122mm x 91mm x 133mm (4.8" x 3.6" x 5.2") with a weight of 594 grams (1.31 lbs).

Take a look at the FujiFilm S1600 and Olympus SP-100 in the latest Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Remember that, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will change based on the lens you are employing at that moment. Here is the front view size comparison of the S1600 vs the SP-100.

Looking at dimensions and weight, the portability grade of the S1600 and SP-100 is 78 and 63 respectively.

Normally, it is tough to picture the difference between sensor sizes merely by looking at technical specs. The picture below may give you a much better sense of the sensor measurements in the S1600 and SP-100.

As you can tell, the two cameras have got the exact same sensor measurements albeit different MP. You should count on the Olympus SP-100 to give you greater detail because of its extra 4MP. Higher resolution will also allow you to crop photographs much more aggressively. The more aged S1600 is going to be disadvantaged with regard to sensor tech.