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FujiFilm S3200 vs Olympus SP-100

Portability
67
Imaging
37
Features
37
Overall
37
FujiFilm FinePix S3200 front
 
Olympus Stylus SP-100 front
Portability
63
Imaging
40
Features
48
Overall
43

FujiFilm S3200 vs Olympus SP-100 Key Specs

FujiFilm S3200
(Full Review)
  • 14MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
  • 3" Fixed Display
  • ISO 100 - 1600 (Boost to 6400)
  • Sensor-shift Image Stabilization
  • 1280 x 720 video
  • 24-576mm (F3.1-5.9) lens
  • 540g - 118 x 81 x 100mm
  • Launched January 2011
  • Alternative Name is FinePix S3250
Olympus SP-100
(Full Review)
  • 16MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
  • 3" Fixed Screen
  • ISO 125 - 6400 (Raise to 12800)
  • Optical Image Stabilization
  • 1920 x 1080 video
  • 24-1200mm (F2.9-6.5) lens
  • 594g - 122 x 91 x 133mm
  • Released January 2014
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FujiFilm S3200 vs Olympus SP-100 Overview

Let's examine more closely at the FujiFilm S3200 and Olympus SP-100, both Small Sensor Superzoom digital cameras by rivals FujiFilm and Olympus. The image resolution of the S3200 (14MP) and the SP-100 (16MP) is relatively similar and they use the exact same sensor sizes (1/2.3").

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The S3200 was manufactured 4 years prior to the SP-100 which is quite a sizable difference as far as technology is concerned. Both of these cameras come with the identical body type (SLR-like (bridge)).

Before diving in to a in-depth comparison, below is a concise introduction of how the S3200 scores against the SP-100 with regard to portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.

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Reasons to pick FujiFilm S3200 over the Olympus SP-100

 S3200 SP-100 

Reasons to pick Olympus SP-100 over the FujiFilm S3200

 SP-100 S3200 
ReleasedJanuary 2014January 2011Newer by 37 months
Focus manually Dial accurate focusing
Screen resolution460k230kSharper screen (+230k dot)

Common features in the FujiFilm S3200 and Olympus SP-100

 S3200 SP-100 
Screen typeFixed Fixed Fixed screen
Screen dimension3"3"Identical screen dimensions
Selfie screen Lack of selfie screen
Touch screen Lack of Touch screen

FujiFilm S3200 vs Olympus SP-100 Physical Comparison

For those who are looking to travel with your camera often, you have to take into account its weight and dimensions. The FujiFilm S3200 has physical dimensions of 118mm x 81mm x 100mm (4.6" x 3.2" x 3.9") along with a weight of 540 grams (1.19 lbs) and the Olympus SP-100 has dimensions of 122mm x 91mm x 133mm (4.8" x 3.6" x 5.2") having a weight of 594 grams (1.31 lbs).

Compare the FujiFilm S3200 and Olympus SP-100 in our brand new Camera & Lens Size Comparison Tool. Camera Size Comparison with Lenses

Do not forget, the weight of an ILC will change depending on the lens you choose at that moment. Here is the front view physical size comparison of the S3200 against the SP-100.

FujiFilm S3200 vs Olympus SP-100 size comparison

Taking into consideration dimensions and weight, the portability rating of the S3200 and SP-100 is 67 and 63 respectively.

FujiFilm S3200 vs Olympus SP-100 top view buttons comparison

FujiFilm S3200 vs Olympus SP-100 Sensor Comparison

Normally, its difficult to picture the gap between sensor dimensions merely by going over specifications. The pic below should give you a more clear sense of the sensor dimensions in the S3200 and SP-100.

To sum up, the 2 cameras have got the exact same sensor measurements albeit different MP. You can count on the Olympus SP-100 to offer greater detail due to its extra 2 Megapixels. Higher resolution can also let you crop shots much more aggressively. The more aged S3200 is going to be disadvantaged when it comes to sensor tech.

FujiFilm S3200 vs Olympus SP-100 sensor size comparison

FujiFilm S3200 vs Olympus SP-100 Screen and ViewFinder

FujiFilm S3200 vs Olympus SP-100 Screen and Viewfinder comparison
Photography Glossary

Photography Type Scores

Portrait Comparison

FujiFilm S3200 Portrait photography features
Olympus SP-100 Portrait photography features
35
megapixel count decent (14 megapixels)
includes face detect focusing
manual focus not available
cannot use external flash
sensor size is very small (1/2.3")
lacks RAW format
44
has manual focus
resolution is good (16 megapixels)
includes face detect focus
can't use external flash
sensor is tiny (1/2.3")
does not have RAW format
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Street Comparison

FujiFilm S3200 Street photography information
Olympus SP-100 Street photography information
43
built in image stabilization (Sensor-shift)
no articulating screen
sensor size is very small (1/2.3")
lacks RAW format
heavier than competitors in class (540 grams)
42
has image stabilization (Optical)
screen is fixed
sensor is tiny (1/2.3")
does not have RAW format
heavier than average in class (594 grams)
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Sports Comparison

FujiFilm S3200 Sports photography features
Olympus SP-100 Sports photography features
47
amazing zoom range (24-576mm 24.0 x zoom)
built in image stabilization (Sensor-shift)
megapixel count decent (14MP)
includes tracking focus
painfully slow continuous shooting (1.0 frames per second)
sensor size is very small (1/2.3")
lacks phase detect AF
53
amazing zoom range (24-1200mm 50.0 x zoom)
has image stabilization (Optical)
resolution is good (16MP)
includes tracking focus
sensor is tiny (1/2.3")
does not have phase detect auto focus
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Travel Comparison

FujiFilm S3200 Travel photography factors
Olympus SP-100 Travel photography factors
54
megapixel count decent (14MP)
has built in flash
pretty wide (24mm)
great reach (576mm)
does not have Time Lapse recording
heavier than competitors in class (540g)
screen is not selfie friendly
sluggish max aperture (f3.1)
53
resolution is good (16MP)
has built in flash
fairly wide (24mm)
very long reach (1200mm)
no Time Lapse mode
heavier than average in class (594g)
does not posses selfie friendly display
somewhat slow maximum aperture (f2.9)
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Landscape Comparison

FujiFilm S3200 Landscape photography information
Olympus SP-100 Landscape photography information
41
pretty wide (24mm)
pretty good screen size (3 inches)
built in image stabilization (Sensor-shift)
megapixel count decent (14MP)
manual focus not available
lens is fixed (fixed lens mount)
sluggish max aperture (f3.1)
sensor size is very small (1/2.3")
lacks RAW format
does not have Time Lapse recording
47
has manual focus
fairly wide (24mm)
screen size is good (3")
has image stabilization (Optical)
resolution is good (16MP)
can't switch lens (fixed lens mount)
somewhat slow maximum aperture (f2.9)
sensor is tiny (1/2.3")
does not have RAW format
no Time Lapse mode
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Vlogging Comparison

Vlogging with FujiFilm S3200
Vlogging with Olympus SP-100
24
pretty wide (24mm)
built in image stabilization (Sensor-shift)
includes face detect focusing
sluggish max aperture (f3.1)
screen is not selfie friendly
video res low (1280 x 720 resolution)
does not have mic jack
heavier than competitors in class (540 grams)
29
fairly wide (24mm)
has image stabilization (Optical)
includes face detect focus
video res high (1920 x 1080 pxls)
has mic support
somewhat slow maximum aperture (f2.9)
does not posses selfie friendly display
heavier than average in class (594g)
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FujiFilm S3200 vs Olympus SP-100 Specifications

Detailed spec comparison table for FujiFilm S3200 and Olympus SP-100
 FujiFilm FinePix S3200Olympus Stylus SP-100
General Information
Make FujiFilm Olympus
Model type FujiFilm FinePix S3200 Olympus Stylus SP-100
Alternative name FinePix S3250 -
Type Small Sensor Superzoom Small Sensor Superzoom
Launched 2011-01-05 2014-01-29
Physical type SLR-like (bridge) SLR-like (bridge)
Sensor Information
Sensor type CCD BSI-CMOS
Sensor size 1/2.3" 1/2.3"
Sensor dimensions 6.17 x 4.55mm 6.17 x 4.55mm
Sensor surface area 28.1mm² 28.1mm²
Sensor resolution 14 megapixel 16 megapixel
Anti alias filter
Aspect ratio - 4:3
Peak resolution 4288 x 3216 4608 x 3456
Highest native ISO 1600 6400
Highest enhanced ISO 6400 12800
Min native ISO 100 125
RAW photos
Autofocusing
Manual focusing
Autofocus touch
Continuous autofocus
Autofocus single
Autofocus tracking
Selective autofocus
Center weighted autofocus
Autofocus multi area
Autofocus live view
Face detect autofocus
Contract detect autofocus
Phase detect autofocus
Cross type focus points - -
Lens
Lens support fixed lens fixed lens
Lens zoom range 24-576mm (24.0x) 24-1200mm (50.0x)
Largest aperture f/3.1-5.9 f/2.9-6.5
Macro focusing distance 2cm 1cm
Crop factor 5.8 5.8
Screen
Type of display Fixed Type Fixed Type
Display sizing 3" 3"
Resolution of display 230k dots 460k dots
Selfie friendly
Liveview
Touch functionality
Display technology - TFT LCD
Viewfinder Information
Viewfinder type Electronic Electronic
Viewfinder resolution - 920k dots
Viewfinder coverage 97 percent -
Features
Min shutter speed 8s 30s
Max shutter speed 1/2000s 1/1700s
Continuous shutter rate 1.0 frames per second 7.0 frames per second
Shutter priority
Aperture priority
Expose Manually
Exposure compensation Yes Yes
Set white balance
Image stabilization
Integrated flash
Flash distance 7.00 m -
Flash options Auto, On, Off, Red-eye, Slow Sync Auto, Red Eye Reduction, Fill-in, Off
Hot shoe
AE bracketing
White balance bracketing
Exposure
Multisegment metering
Average metering
Spot metering
Partial metering
AF area metering
Center weighted metering
Video features
Supported video resolutions 1280 x 720 (30 fps), 640 x 480 (30 fps) 1920 x 1080 (60p, 30p), 1280 x 720 (60p), 640 x 480 (30 fps)
Highest video resolution 1280x720 1920x1080
Video data format Motion JPEG H.264
Mic support
Headphone support
Connectivity
Wireless None Optional
Bluetooth
NFC
HDMI
USB USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec)
GPS None None
Physical
Environment sealing
Water proofing
Dust proofing
Shock proofing
Crush proofing
Freeze proofing
Weight 540g (1.19 lb) 594g (1.31 lb)
Dimensions 118 x 81 x 100mm (4.6" x 3.2" x 3.9") 122 x 91 x 133mm (4.8" x 3.6" x 5.2")
DXO scores
DXO Overall rating not tested not tested
DXO Color Depth rating not tested not tested
DXO Dynamic range rating not tested not tested
DXO Low light rating not tested not tested
Other
Battery life 300 images 330 images
Form of battery AA Battery Pack
Battery ID 4 x AA LI-92B
Self timer Yes (2 or 10 sec) Yes (2 or 12 secs, custom)
Time lapse feature
Storage type SD / SDHC SD/SDHC/SDXC, internal
Card slots 1 1
Cost at release $190 $400