FujiFilm S3200 vs Olympus SZ-12

Lets look a little more in depth at the FujiFilm S3200 versus Olympus SZ-12, both Small Sensor Superzoom cameras by companies FujiFilm and Olympus. The resolution of the S3200 (14MP) and the SZ-12 (14MP) is very comparable and they enjoy the same exact sensor size (1/2.3").

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The S3200 was launched 12 months prior to the SZ-12 and they are both of a similar age. Each of these cameras offer different body type with the FujiFilm S3200 being a SLR-like (bridge) camera and the Olympus SZ-12 being a Compact camera.

Before diving through a thorough comparison, below is a brief introduction of how the S3200 scores versus the SZ-12 for portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

Following is a sample of the gallery pics for FujiFilm FinePix S3200 & Olympus SZ-12. The complete galleries are viewable at FujiFilm S3200 Gallery & Olympus SZ-12 Gallery.

For anybody who is planning to carry your camera frequently, you'll need to factor its weight and volume. The FujiFilm S3200 provides outside dimensions of 118mm x 81mm x 100mm (4.6" x 3.2" x 3.9") having a weight of 540 grams (1.19 lbs) while the Olympus SZ-12 has sizing of 106mm x 69mm x 40mm (4.2" x 2.7" x 1.6") along with a weight of 226 grams (0.50 lbs).

Take a look at the FujiFilm S3200 versus Olympus SZ-12 in our newest Camera plus Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Always remember, the weight of an ILC will vary based on the lens you are using at the time. Underneath is the front view physical size comparison of the S3200 and the SZ-12.

Using dimensions and weight, the portability grade of the S3200 and SZ-12 is 67 and 89 respectively.

Quite often, it's difficult to envision the gap in sensor sizing simply by going through specs. The photograph below should give you a greater sense of the sensor dimensions in the S3200 and SZ-12.

All in all, both of the cameras enjoy the same exact sensor sizing and the same MP and you can expect comparable quality of photographs though you will want to consider the age of the cameras into account. The older S3200 will be behind when it comes to sensor tech.