FujiFilm S3200 vs Olympus SZ-16 iHS

Following is a extended review of the FujiFilm S3200 vs Olympus SZ-16 iHS, both Small Sensor Superzoom digital cameras by rivals FujiFilm and Olympus. The sensor resolution of the S3200 (14MP) and the SZ-16 iHS (16MP) is pretty well matched and both cameras provide the same sensor sizing (1/2.3").

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The S3200 was brought out 24 months earlier than the SZ-16 iHS which makes them a generation away from each other. Each of the cameras have different body design with the FujiFilm S3200 being a SLR-like (bridge) camera and the Olympus SZ-16 iHS being a Compact camera.

Before delving right into a step-by-step comparison, here is a concise summation of how the S3200 scores vs the SZ-16 iHS when it comes to portability, imaging, features and an overall score.

Below is a preview of the gallery images for FujiFilm FinePix S3200 and Olympus SZ-16 iHS. The entire galleries are viewable at FujiFilm S3200 Gallery and Olympus SZ-16 iHS Gallery.

For anybody who is intending to carry around your camera often, you're going to have to factor in its weight and dimensions. The FujiFilm S3200 comes with exterior measurements of 118mm x 81mm x 100mm (4.6" x 3.2" x 3.9") having a weight of 540 grams (1.19 lbs) whilst the Olympus SZ-16 iHS has dimensions of 108mm x 70mm x 40mm (4.3" x 2.8" x 1.6") accompanied by a weight of 226 grams (0.50 lbs).

Check the FujiFilm S3200 vs Olympus SZ-16 iHS in the new Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Bear in mind, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will differ depending on the lens you have chosen at the time. Below is a front view scale comparison of the S3200 vs the SZ-16 iHS.

Taking into account size and weight, the portability grade of the S3200 and SZ-16 iHS is 67 and 89 respectively.

Usually, its tough to see the contrast between sensor sizes just by looking at a spec sheet. The image below will give you a more clear sense of the sensor measurements in the S3200 and SZ-16 iHS.

As you can see, each of these cameras have the same sensor dimensions albeit not the same megapixels. You should expect the Olympus SZ-16 iHS to give you extra detail having its extra 2MP. Higher resolution will help you crop pictures a bit more aggressively. The more aged S3200 is going to be behind in sensor tech.