FujiFilm T200 vs Olympus SZ-15

Its time to take a more detailed look at the FujiFilm T200 and Olympus SZ-15, former is a Small Sensor Compact while the latter is a Small Sensor Superzoom by brands FujiFilm and Olympus. The resolution of the T200 (14MP) and the SZ-15 (16MP) is relatively well matched and both cameras posses the same sensor sizes (1/2.3").

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The T200 was introduced 3 years before the SZ-15 which is quite a significant difference as far as technology is concerned. Both cameras have the same body design (Compact).

Before we go into a full comparison, here is a brief overview of how the T200 grades versus the SZ-15 in relation to portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.

Below is a preview of the gallery photos for FujiFilm FinePix T200 & Olympus SZ-15. The whole galleries are available at FujiFilm T200 Gallery & Olympus SZ-15 Gallery.

For anyone who is planning to travel with your camera, you have to consider its weight and size. The FujiFilm T200 enjoys outer measurements of 97mm x 57mm x 28mm (3.8" x 2.2" x 1.1") and a weight of 151 grams (0.33 lbs) and the Olympus SZ-15 has specifications of 108mm x 70mm x 40mm (4.3" x 2.8" x 1.6") and a weight of 250 grams (0.55 lbs).

Compare the FujiFilm T200 and Olympus SZ-15 in our completely new Camera & Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Do not forget, the weight of an ILC will vary based on the lens you are working with at that time. The following is a front view measurement comparison of the T200 and the SZ-15.

Using dimensions and weight, the portability grade of the T200 and SZ-15 is 94 and 88 respectively.

Normally, it is hard to imagine the contrast between sensor dimensions purely by reading through specs. The pic underneath may provide you a greater sense of the sensor sizing in the T200 and SZ-15.

All in all, both of those cameras have the same sensor dimensions albeit different MP. You can count on the Olympus SZ-15 to resolve greater detail using its extra 2MP. Higher resolution will also make it easier to crop photographs a bit more aggressively. The more aged T200 is going to be disadvantaged in sensor innovation.