Fujifilm HS35EXR vs Olympus SZ-10

Let's look a bit more closely at the Fujifilm HS35EXR and Olympus SZ-10, both Small Sensor Superzoom digital cameras by manufacturers FujiFilm and Olympus. The image resolution of the Fujifilm HS35EXR (16MP) and the SZ-10 (14MP) is pretty similar but the Fujifilm HS35EXR (1/2") and SZ-10 (1/2.3") posses different sensor dimensions.

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The Fujifilm HS35EXR was manufactured 24 months later than the SZ-10 which makes them a generation apart from one another. The two cameras feature different body design with the Fujifilm HS35EXR being a SLR-like (bridge) camera and the Olympus SZ-10 being a Compact camera.

Before diving into a comprehensive comparison, here is a simple summation of how the Fujifilm HS35EXR scores versus the SZ-10 when it comes to portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

Below is a preview of the gallery images for Fujifilm FinePix HS35EXR & Olympus SZ-10. The entire galleries are provided at Fujifilm HS35EXR Gallery & Olympus SZ-10 Gallery.

For anyone who is looking to carry your camera frequently, you need to factor in its weight and measurements. The Fujifilm HS35EXR comes with exterior measurements of 131mm x 97mm x 126mm (5.2" x 3.8" x 5.0") and a weight of 687 grams (1.51 lbs) whilst the Olympus SZ-10 has proportions of 106mm x 67mm x 38mm (4.2" x 2.6" x 1.5") and a weight of 215 grams (0.47 lbs).

Check out the Fujifilm HS35EXR and Olympus SZ-10 in our completely new Camera & Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Do not forget, the weight of an ILC will vary dependant on the lens you have at that moment. Below is a front view dimensions comparison of the Fujifilm HS35EXR versus the SZ-10.

Taking into consideration dimensions and weight, the portability score of the Fujifilm HS35EXR and SZ-10 is 59 and 90 respectively.

Quite often, it's hard to visualize the gap between sensor sizing purely by reviewing specifications. The visual below will offer you a more clear sense of the sensor measurements in the Fujifilm HS35EXR and SZ-10.

To sum up, each of these cameras feature different megapixels and different sensor sizing. The Fujifilm HS35EXR due to its bigger sensor is going to make shooting shallower depth of field less difficult and the Fujifilm HS35EXR will deliver extra detail due to its extra 2MP. Higher resolution will enable you to crop pictures way more aggressively. The fresher Fujifilm HS35EXR provides a benefit with regard to sensor tech.