Fujifilm JX370 vs Olympus SZ-12

In this write-up, we are contrasting the Fujifilm JX370 vs Olympus SZ-12, one being a Small Sensor Compact and the other is a Small Sensor Superzoom by rivals FujiFilm and Olympus. The sensor resolution of the Fujifilm JX370 (14MP) and the SZ-12 (14MP) is very well matched and they come with the same exact sensor dimensions (1/2.3").

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The Fujifilm JX370 was revealed 5 months prior to the SZ-12 which means that they are both of a similar generation. Both of these cameras offer the identical body type (Compact).

Before we go in to a in-depth comparison, below is a quick summation of how the Fujifilm JX370 scores versus the SZ-12 in the way of portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.

Following is a sample of the gallery pics for Fujifilm FinePix JX370 and Olympus SZ-12. The full galleries are provided at Fujifilm JX370 Gallery and Olympus SZ-12 Gallery.

In case you're intending to lug around your camera frequently, you will want to factor its weight and measurements. The Fujifilm JX370 has outer dimensions of 95mm x 57mm x 24mm (3.7" x 2.2" x 0.9") and a weight of 124 grams (0.27 lbs) while the Olympus SZ-12 has proportions of 106mm x 69mm x 40mm (4.2" x 2.7" x 1.6") having a weight of 226 grams (0.50 lbs).

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Take into account, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will differ dependant on the lens you are employing at the time. The following is the front view sizing comparison of the Fujifilm JX370 compared to the SZ-12.

Using size and weight, the portability grade of the Fujifilm JX370 and SZ-12 is 95 and 89 respectively.

Generally, it can be difficult to see the gap between sensor measurements simply by reading through technical specs. The visual below should provide you a far better sense of the sensor dimensions in the Fujifilm JX370 and SZ-12.

As you can tell, both the cameras enjoy the same exact sensor sizing and the same exact resolution therefore you should expect similar quality of pictures although you may want to consider the production date of the products into consideration.