Fujifilm JX370 vs Olympus SP-820UZ

The following is a complete assessment of the Fujifilm JX370 versus Olympus SP-820UZ, one is a Small Sensor Compact and the latter is a Small Sensor Superzoom by companies FujiFilm and Olympus. The resolution of the Fujifilm JX370 (14MP) and the SP-820UZ (14MP) is pretty close and both cameras provide the same sensor sizes (1/2.3").

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The Fujifilm JX370 was brought out 12 months prior to the SP-820UZ which means that they are of a similar generation. Both cameras have the same body design (Compact).

Before diving straight to a more detailed comparison, here is a simple view of how the Fujifilm JX370 scores against the SP-820UZ in the way of portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.

This is a preview of the gallery images for Fujifilm FinePix JX370 and Olympus Stylus SP-820UZ. The entire galleries are provided at Fujifilm JX370 Gallery and Olympus SP-820UZ Gallery.

For those who are aiming to travel with your camera often, you are going to need to factor in its weight and proportions. The Fujifilm JX370 comes with outer measurements of 95mm x 57mm x 24mm (3.7" x 2.2" x 0.9") accompanied by a weight of 124 grams (0.27 lbs) and the Olympus SP-820UZ has measurements of 117mm x 78mm x 93mm (4.6" x 3.1" x 3.7") and a weight of 485 grams (1.07 lbs).

Contrast the Fujifilm JX370 versus Olympus SP-820UZ in the all new Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Always remember, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will differ depending on the lens you have chosen at the time. Underneath is a front view overall size comparison of the Fujifilm JX370 compared to the SP-820UZ.

Factoring in dimensions and weight, the portability rating of the Fujifilm JX370 and SP-820UZ is 95 and 69 respectively.

Typically, it is tough to visualize the difference in sensor dimensions merely by researching a spec sheet. The pic below will help give you a much better sense of the sensor measurements in the Fujifilm JX370 and SP-820UZ.

As you can see, the two cameras provide the same sensor dimensions and the identical MP therefore you should expect comparable quality of photographs however you should consider the release date of the cameras into account. The more aged Fujifilm JX370 will be behind with regard to sensor tech.