FujiFilm T300 vs Olympus SZ-16 iHS

Below is a extended comparison of the FujiFilm T300 vs Olympus SZ-16 iHS, one being a Small Sensor Compact and the latter is a Small Sensor Superzoom by manufacturers FujiFilm and Olympus. The sensor resolution of the T300 (14MP) and the SZ-16 iHS (16MP) is relatively similar and they come with the exact same sensor sizes (1/2.3").

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The T300 was brought out 17 months earlier than the SZ-16 iHS which makes the cameras a generation apart from each other. Both cameras come with the identical body type (Compact).

Before we go through a in-depth comparison, below is a simple synopsis of how the T300 scores vs the SZ-16 iHS in terms of portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.

This is a preview of the gallery photos for FujiFilm FinePix T300 and Olympus SZ-16 iHS. The entire galleries are available at FujiFilm T300 Gallery and Olympus SZ-16 iHS Gallery.

For those who are planning to lug around your camera, you will want to consider its weight and measurements. The FujiFilm T300 enjoys outer measurements of 97mm x 57mm x 28mm (3.8" x 2.2" x 1.1") with a weight of 151 grams (0.33 lbs) whilst the Olympus SZ-16 iHS has proportions 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 T300 vs Olympus SZ-16 iHS in the latest Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Don't forget, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will change dependant on the lens you choose during that time. Underneath is the front view proportions comparison of the T300 compared to the SZ-16 iHS.

Using size and weight, the portability score of the T300 and SZ-16 iHS is 94 and 89 respectively.

Generally, it is hard to visualise the difference between sensor measurements only by going over specifications. The graphic underneath will help offer you a more clear sense of the sensor sizing in the T300 and SZ-16 iHS.

To sum up, both of the cameras have got the exact same sensor measurements albeit not the same resolution. You should count on the Olympus SZ-16 iHS to deliver extra detail having its extra 2MP. Higher resolution can also help you crop shots much more aggressively. The older T300 is going to be behind with regard to sensor technology.