Fujifilm S1 vs Olympus SZ-15

Below is a comprehensive assessment of the Fujifilm S1 versus Olympus SZ-15, both Small Sensor Superzoom cameras by companies FujiFilm and Olympus. The image resolution of the Fujifilm S1 (16MP) and the SZ-15 (16MP) is pretty close and both cameras offer the same sensor measurements (1/2.3").

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The Fujifilm S1 was brought out 7 months later than the SZ-15 so they are both of a similar generation. Both of these cameras have different body design with the Fujifilm S1 being a SLR-like (bridge) camera and the Olympus SZ-15 being a Compact camera.

Before diving straight to a step-by-step comparison, here is a quick view of how the Fujifilm S1 scores vs the SZ-15 in terms of portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.

Below is a preview of the gallery images for Fujifilm FinePix S1 and Olympus SZ-15. The entire galleries are viewable at Fujifilm S1 Gallery and Olympus SZ-15 Gallery.

If you're planning to lug around your camera frequently, you'll need to factor in its weight and volume. The Fujifilm S1 has physical measurements of 133mm x 91mm x 110mm (5.2" x 3.6" x 4.3") accompanied by a weight of 680 grams (1.50 lbs) whilst the Olympus SZ-15 has sizing of 108mm x 70mm x 40mm (4.3" x 2.8" x 1.6") along with a weight of 250 grams (0.55 lbs).

Contrast the Fujifilm S1 versus Olympus SZ-15 in the new Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Bear in mind, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will vary based on the lens you have attached during that time. Following is a front view scale comparison of the Fujifilm S1 vs the SZ-15.

Looking at size and weight, the portability score of the Fujifilm S1 and SZ-15 is 60 and 88 respectively.

Often, it's hard to imagine the gap in sensor measurements only by looking through specifications. The visual underneath may offer you a much better sense of the sensor sizing in the Fujifilm S1 and SZ-15.

To sum up, each of these cameras have the same sensor dimensions and the exact same resolution so you should expect comparable quality of photos however you will need to factor the release date of the cameras into account. The more modern Fujifilm S1 provides an edge when it comes to sensor tech.