Fujifilm S1 vs Olympus SZ-30MR

Let's examine more in depth at the Fujifilm S1 vs Olympus SZ-30MR, both Small Sensor Superzoom cameras by manufacturers FujiFilm and Olympus. The resolution of the Fujifilm S1 (16MP) and the SZ-30MR (16MP) is fairly close and they enjoy the same exact sensor size (1/2.3").

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The Fujifilm S1 was introduced 2 years later than the SZ-30MR and that is a fairly big difference as far as camera tech is concerned. Both the cameras offer different body type with the Fujifilm S1 being a SLR-like (bridge) camera and the Olympus SZ-30MR being a Compact camera.

Before getting in to a thorough comparison, below is a concise introduction of how the Fujifilm S1 scores vs the SZ-30MR in regards to portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

Here is a sample of the gallery pictures for Fujifilm FinePix S1 & Olympus SZ-30MR. The whole galleries are provided at Fujifilm S1 Gallery & Olympus SZ-30MR Gallery.

If you're looking to carry your camera frequently, you need to factor in its weight and measurements. The Fujifilm S1 has got outer dimensions of 133mm x 91mm x 110mm (5.2" x 3.6" x 4.3") and a weight of 680 grams (1.50 lbs) whilst the Olympus SZ-30MR has proportions of 106mm x 69mm x 40mm (4.2" x 2.7" x 1.6") along with a weight of 226 grams (0.50 lbs).

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Remember, the weight of an ILC will change based on the lens you are working with during that time. Here is the front view physical size comparison of the Fujifilm S1 compared to the SZ-30MR.

Using size and weight, the portability grade of the Fujifilm S1 and SZ-30MR is 60 and 89 respectively.

Oftentimes, it is very difficult to envision the contrast in sensor sizing purely by viewing a spec sheet. The photograph underneath might provide you a greater sense of the sensor sizes in the Fujifilm S1 and SZ-30MR.

As you can see, each of these cameras offer the same exact sensor sizing and the exact same resolution so you can expect comparable quality of pictures but you will need to consider the age of the cameras into account. The more recent Fujifilm S1 is going to have an advantage when it comes to sensor tech.