Fujifilm F660EXR vs Olympus XZ-1

In this write-up, we will be analyzing the Fujifilm F660EXR versus Olympus XZ-1, one being a Small Sensor Superzoom and the latter is a Small Sensor Compact by brands FujiFilm and Olympus. There is a huge difference between the sensor resolutions of the Fujifilm F660EXR (16MP) and XZ-1 (10MP) and the Fujifilm F660EXR (1/2") and XZ-1 (1/1.63") come with different sensor measurements.

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The Fujifilm F660EXR was brought out 12 months later than the XZ-1 and they are both of a similar generation. Both cameras offer the identical body type (Compact).

Before diving in to a comprehensive comparison, below is a short overview of how the Fujifilm F660EXR grades vs the XZ-1 for portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

This is a preview of the gallery photos for Fujifilm FinePix F660EXR and Olympus XZ-1. The entire galleries are available at Fujifilm F660EXR Gallery and Olympus XZ-1 Gallery.

For anyone who is planning to carry your camera frequently, you need to factor its weight and size. The Fujifilm F660EXR has got physical measurements of 104mm x 59mm x 33mm (4.1" x 2.3" x 1.3") having a weight of 217 grams (0.48 lbs) whilst the Olympus XZ-1 has specifications of 111mm x 65mm x 42mm (4.4" x 2.6" x 1.7") having a weight of 275 grams (0.61 lbs).

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Do not forget, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will differ based on the lens you select at the time. Following is the front view measurements comparison of the Fujifilm F660EXR against the XZ-1.

Taking into account size and weight, the portability grade of the Fujifilm F660EXR and XZ-1 is 91 and 88 respectively.

In many cases, it's hard to visualize the contrast between sensor sizing merely by reviewing technical specs. The visual underneath will help offer you a better sense of the sensor measurements in the Fujifilm F660EXR and XZ-1.

As you can tell, the two cameras offer different resolutions and different sensor sizing. The Fujifilm F660EXR because of its tinier sensor is going to make achieving shallow DOF tougher and the Fujifilm F660EXR will deliver greater detail having its extra 6 Megapixels. Higher resolution can also make it easier to crop pictures a little more aggressively. The newer Fujifilm F660EXR should have an edge in sensor innovation.