Fujifilm F500 EXR vs Olympus TG-1 iHS

Here is a in-depth analysis of the Fujifilm F500 EXR versus Olympus TG-1 iHS, former being a Small Sensor Superzoom while the latter is a Waterproof by manufacturers FujiFilm and Olympus. There exists a considerable gap among the sensor resolutions of the Fujifilm F500 EXR (16MP) and TG-1 iHS (12MP) and the Fujifilm F500 EXR (1/2") and TG-1 iHS (1/2.3") provide totally different sensor sizes.

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The Fujifilm F500 EXR was revealed 16 months earlier than the TG-1 iHS which makes them a generation apart from one another. Both the cameras have the same body design (Compact).

Before getting right into a in-depth comparison, here is a short view of how the Fujifilm F500 EXR grades versus the TG-1 iHS with respect to portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

Here is a preview of the gallery photos for Fujifilm FinePix F500 EXR & Olympus Tough TG-1 iHS. The full galleries are provided at Fujifilm F500 EXR Gallery & Olympus TG-1 iHS Gallery.

In case you're looking to carry your camera, you're going to have to consider its weight and size. The Fujifilm F500 EXR has got outside measurements of 104mm x 63mm x 33mm (4.1" x 2.5" x 1.3") with a weight of 215 grams (0.47 lbs) and the Olympus TG-1 iHS has specifications of 112mm x 67mm x 30mm (4.4" x 2.6" x 1.2") along with a weight of 230 grams (0.51 lbs).

Look at the Fujifilm F500 EXR versus Olympus TG-1 iHS in our newest Camera & Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Take into account, the weight of an ILC will vary dependant on the lens you are using during that time. Here is a front view physical size comparison of the Fujifilm F500 EXR and the TG-1 iHS.

Using dimensions and weight, the portability score of the Fujifilm F500 EXR and TG-1 iHS is 91 and 91 respectively.

Quite often, it is tough to see the difference in sensor sizing purely by checking out specs. The photograph below should provide you a more clear sense of the sensor measurements in the Fujifilm F500 EXR and TG-1 iHS.

All in all, both cameras provide different megapixels and different sensor sizing. The Fujifilm F500 EXR using its bigger sensor will make achieving shallower DOF less difficult and the Fujifilm F500 EXR will produce extra detail because of its extra 4 Megapixels. Higher resolution will also let you crop shots more aggressively. The older Fujifilm F500 EXR will be disadvantaged when it comes to sensor innovation.