Fujifilm S8200 vs Olympus SZ-12

Let's take a more detailed look at the Fujifilm S8200 versus Olympus SZ-12, both Small Sensor Superzoom digital cameras by brands FujiFilm and Olympus. The image resolution of the Fujifilm S8200 (16MP) and the SZ-12 (14MP) is very well matched and they enjoy the same exact sensor sizes (1/2.3").

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The Fujifilm S8200 was introduced 13 months later than the SZ-12 making the cameras a generation apart from one another. Both the cameras offer different body type with the Fujifilm S8200 being a SLR-like (bridge) camera and the Olympus SZ-12 being a Compact camera.

Before going straight into a detailed comparison, below is a concise summary of how the Fujifilm S8200 scores versus the SZ-12 with respect to portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.

Following is a sample of the gallery pics for Fujifilm FinePix S8200 and Olympus SZ-12. The whole galleries are available at Fujifilm S8200 Gallery and Olympus SZ-12 Gallery.

When you are intending to lug around your camera frequently, you will want to take into account its weight and proportions. The Fujifilm S8200 offers outer measurements of 123mm x 87mm x 116mm (4.8" x 3.4" x 4.6") having a weight of 670 grams (1.48 lbs) and the Olympus SZ-12 has measurements of 106mm x 69mm x 40mm (4.2" x 2.7" x 1.6") having a weight of 226 grams (0.50 lbs).

Take a look at the Fujifilm S8200 versus Olympus SZ-12 in the new Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Remember, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will vary based on the lens you are working with at that time. Underneath is the front view sizing comparison of the Fujifilm S8200 versus the SZ-12.

Taking into consideration dimensions and weight, the portability score of the Fujifilm S8200 and SZ-12 is 61 and 89 respectively.

Typically, it is tough to picture the gap between sensor measurements purely by reading through specifications. The visual underneath should provide you a more clear sense of the sensor sizing in the Fujifilm S8200 and SZ-12.

Plainly, both of the cameras offer the same exact sensor sizing but different megapixels. You should expect to see the Fujifilm S8200 to give more detail using its extra 2MP. Greater resolution can also enable you to crop images a little more aggressively. The more modern Fujifilm S8200 should have a benefit when it comes to sensor innovation.