Fujifilm A100 vs Olympus XZ-2 iHS

Following is a comprehensive assessment of the Fujifilm A100 versus Olympus XZ-2 iHS, both Small Sensor Compact cameras by brands FujiFilm and Olympus. The image resolution of the Fujifilm A100 (10MP) and the XZ-2 iHS (12MP) is relatively close but the Fujifilm A100 (1/2.3") and XZ-2 iHS (1/1.7") have different sensor sizes.

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The Fujifilm A100 was brought out 4 years earlier than the XZ-2 iHS which is a fairly big gap as far as camera technology is concerned. Both of the cameras feature the same body design (Compact).

Before diving right into a step-by-step comparison, here is a simple introduction of how the Fujifilm A100 scores vs the XZ-2 iHS in regards to portability, imaging, features and an overall score.

Here is a preview of the gallery photos for Fujifilm FinePix A100 and Olympus XZ-2 iHS. The entire galleries are viewable at Fujifilm A100 Gallery and Olympus XZ-2 iHS Gallery.

If you're going to carry around your camera frequently, you need to factor its weight and measurements. The Fujifilm A100 enjoys physical measurements of 92mm x 61mm x 22mm (3.6" x 2.4" x 0.9") along with a weight of 124 grams (0.27 lbs) whilst the Olympus XZ-2 iHS has proportions of 113mm x 65mm x 48mm (4.4" x 2.6" x 1.9") with a weight of 346 grams (0.76 lbs).

Check the Fujifilm A100 versus Olympus XZ-2 iHS in the latest Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Take into consideration, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will vary based on the lens you are utilising at that time. The following is a front view measurements comparison of the Fujifilm A100 compared to the XZ-2 iHS.

Taking into consideration dimensions and weight, the portability score of the Fujifilm A100 and XZ-2 iHS is 95 and 85 respectively.

Typically, it is tough to imagine the difference in sensor sizes simply by viewing specs. The picture here will offer you a far better sense of the sensor measurements in the Fujifilm A100 and XZ-2 iHS.

As you can plainly see, both the cameras feature different resolutions and different sensor sizes. The Fujifilm A100 featuring a smaller sensor is going to make getting shallow DOF trickier and the Olympus XZ-2 iHS will provide you with extra detail having its extra 2MP. Higher resolution will also help you crop pictures way more aggressively. The more aged Fujifilm A100 will be disadvantaged in sensor technology.