Fujifilm S8200 vs Olympus SZ-30MR

Following is a thorough review of the Fujifilm S8200 versus Olympus SZ-30MR, both Small Sensor Superzoom digital cameras by rivals FujiFilm and Olympus. The image resolution of the Fujifilm S8200 (16MP) and the SZ-30MR (16MP) is very similar and they enjoy the exact same sensor sizes (1/2.3").

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The Fujifilm S8200 was introduced 23 months after the SZ-30MR making the cameras a generation away from one another. Both of these cameras come with different body type with the Fujifilm S8200 being a SLR-like (bridge) camera and the Olympus SZ-30MR being a Compact camera.

Before delving straight into a full comparison, below is a simple highlight of how the Fujifilm S8200 matches up vs the SZ-30MR in terms of portability, imaging, features and an overall score.

Below is a sample of the gallery pics for Fujifilm FinePix S8200 and Olympus SZ-30MR. The whole galleries are viewable at Fujifilm S8200 Gallery and Olympus SZ-30MR Gallery.

When you are aiming to carry around your camera frequently, you need to consider its weight and size. The Fujifilm S8200 comes with exterior measurements of 123mm x 87mm x 116mm (4.8" x 3.4" x 4.6") along with a weight of 670 grams (1.48 lbs) and the Olympus SZ-30MR has specifications of 106mm x 69mm x 40mm (4.2" x 2.7" x 1.6") and a weight of 226 grams (0.50 lbs).

Contrast the Fujifilm S8200 versus Olympus SZ-30MR in the all new Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Do not forget, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will vary dependant on the lens you are utilising during that time. Following is the front view dimension comparison of the Fujifilm S8200 against the SZ-30MR.

Taking into account dimensions and weight, the portability rating of the Fujifilm S8200 and SZ-30MR is 61 and 89 respectively.

Sometimes, it is very tough to envision the difference between sensor sizes simply by reviewing specifications. The pic underneath may give you a far better sense of the sensor sizing in the Fujifilm S8200 and SZ-30MR.

To sum up, the two cameras posses the exact same sensor measurements and the same megapixels therefore you should expect similar quality of files but you should always take the production date of the products into consideration. The more modern Fujifilm S8200 is going to have a benefit when it comes to sensor technology.