Fujifilm F600 EXR vs Olympus SZ-16 iHS

Here, we are comparing the Fujifilm F600 EXR and Olympus SZ-16 iHS, both Small Sensor Superzoom cameras by brands FujiFilm and Olympus. The sensor resolution of the Fujifilm F600 EXR (16MP) and the SZ-16 iHS (16MP) is very close but the Fujifilm F600 EXR (1/2") and SZ-16 iHS (1/2.3") provide different sensor sizing.

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The Fujifilm F600 EXR was released 17 months before the SZ-16 iHS making them a generation apart from each other. Both of these cameras feature the same body design (Compact).

Before delving straight to a detailed comparison, here is a quick summary of how the Fujifilm F600 EXR grades versus the SZ-16 iHS with regards to portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

Here is a sample of the gallery pics for Fujifilm FinePix F600 EXR and Olympus SZ-16 iHS. The complete galleries are viewable at Fujifilm F600 EXR Gallery and Olympus SZ-16 iHS Gallery.

In case you're going to carry your camera, you should factor its weight and dimensions. The Fujifilm F600 EXR enjoys physical measurements of 104mm x 63mm x 33mm (4.1" x 2.5" x 1.3") along with a weight of 215 grams (0.47 lbs) and the Olympus SZ-16 iHS has dimensions of 108mm x 70mm x 40mm (4.3" x 2.8" x 1.6") along with a weight of 226 grams (0.50 lbs).

Check out the Fujifilm F600 EXR and Olympus SZ-16 iHS in the all new Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Keep in mind, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will differ based on the lens you have chosen during that time. Here is a front view physical size comparison of the Fujifilm F600 EXR versus the SZ-16 iHS.

Considering size and weight, the portability grade of the Fujifilm F600 EXR and SZ-16 iHS is 91 and 89 respectively.

Oftentimes, it's tough to visualize the gap in sensor sizing simply by viewing technical specs. The photograph below might offer you a stronger sense of the sensor measurements in the Fujifilm F600 EXR and SZ-16 iHS.

As you have seen, both of those cameras feature the identical resolution but different sensor sizing. The Fujifilm F600 EXR features the larger sensor which will make achieving shallow DOF less difficult. The older Fujifilm F600 EXR will be behind in sensor tech.