FujiFilm XP10 vs Olympus 7040

Below is a complete overview of the FujiFilm XP10 versus Olympus 7040, one being a Waterproof and the other is a Small Sensor Compact by rivals FujiFilm and Olympus. The resolution of the XP10 (12MP) and the 7040 (14MP) is fairly close and they use the same exact sensor sizing (1/2.3").

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The XP10 was announced around the same time to the 7040 which means that they are both of a similar generation. Both of the cameras offer the identical body type (Compact).

Before going in to a step-by-step comparison, below is a concise synopsis of how the XP10 scores against the 7040 in regards to portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.

The following is a sample of the gallery pictures for FujiFilm FinePix XP10 and Olympus Stylus 7040. The whole galleries are provided at FujiFilm XP10 Gallery and Olympus 7040 Gallery.

For those who are aiming to lug around your camera, you will need to consider its weight and measurements. The FujiFilm XP10 enjoys external dimensions of 96mm x 64mm x 23mm (3.8" x 2.5" x 0.9") accompanied by a weight of 135 grams (0.30 lbs) whilst the Olympus 7040 has proportions of 95mm x 56mm x 26mm (3.7" x 2.2" x 1.0") having a weight of 144 grams (0.32 lbs).

Contrast the FujiFilm XP10 versus Olympus 7040 in the new Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Don't forget, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will differ dependant on the lens you are using during that time. Here is the front view scale comparison of the XP10 against the 7040.

Taking into account dimensions and weight, the portability grade of the XP10 and 7040 is 95 and 95 respectively.

Sometimes, its hard to visualize the difference in sensor measurements just by researching specs. The visual below should offer you a greater sense of the sensor sizes in the XP10 and 7040.

All in all, both the cameras enjoy the same exact sensor sizing but different megapixels. You should anticipate the Olympus 7040 to result in more detail with its extra 2 Megapixels. Greater resolution will also allow you to crop photos far more aggressively.