Fujifilm S8300 vs Olympus SZ-15
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Fujifilm S8300 vs Olympus SZ-15 Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 16MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 3" Fixed Display
- ISO 64 - 12800
- Optical Image Stabilization
- 1/7000s Maximum Shutter
- 1920 x 1080 video
- 24-1008mm (F2.9-6.5) lens
- 670g - 123 x 87 x 116mm
- Revealed January 2013
(Full Review)
- 16MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 3" Fixed Screen
- ISO 100 - 3200
- Optical Image Stabilization
- 1920 x 1080 video
- 23-483mm (F2.8-5.9) lens
- 250g - 108 x 70 x 40mm
- Introduced June 2013

Fujifilm S8300 vs Olympus SZ-15 Overview
Let's look more in depth at the Fujifilm S8300 vs Olympus SZ-15, both Small Sensor Superzoom cameras by companies FujiFilm and Olympus. The image resolution of the Fujifilm S8300 (16MP) and the SZ-15 (16MP) is relatively comparable and both cameras provide the identical sensor dimensions (1/2.3").

The Fujifilm S8300 was unveiled 5 months prior to the SZ-15 so they are both of a similar generation. Each of the cameras feature different body design with the Fujifilm S8300 being a SLR-like (bridge) camera and the Olympus SZ-15 being a Compact camera.
Before getting right into a in depth comparison, here is a quick highlight of how the Fujifilm S8300 scores versus the SZ-15 with regard to portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

Fujifilm S8300 vs Olympus SZ-15 Gallery
Below is a preview of the gallery photos for Fujifilm FinePix S8300 and Olympus SZ-15. The full galleries are provided at Fujifilm S8300 Gallery and Olympus SZ-15 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Fujifilm S8300 over the Olympus SZ-15
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Reasons to pick Olympus SZ-15 over the Fujifilm S8300
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Common features in the Fujifilm S8300 and Olympus SZ-15
Fujifilm S8300 | SZ-15 | |||
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Introduced | January 2013 | ![]() | June 2013 | Same generation |
Focus manually | ![]() | Dial exact focus | ||
Screen type | Fixed | ![]() | Fixed | Fixed screen |
Screen size | 3" | ![]() | 3" | Same screen sizing |
Screen resolution | 460k | ![]() | 460k | Identical screen resolution |
Selfie screen | ![]() | Absent selfie screen | ||
Touch screen | ![]() | Neither includes Touch screen |
Fujifilm S8300 vs Olympus SZ-15 Physical Comparison
When you are planning to carry your camera frequently, you'll need to consider its weight and proportions. The Fujifilm S8300 features physical dimensions of 123mm x 87mm x 116mm (4.8" x 3.4" x 4.6") with a weight of 670 grams (1.48 lbs) whilst the Olympus SZ-15 has measurements of 108mm x 70mm x 40mm (4.3" x 2.8" x 1.6") having a weight of 250 grams (0.55 lbs).
Contrast the Fujifilm S8300 vs Olympus SZ-15 in the all new Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.
Always remember, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will vary depending on the lens you have at that moment. Following is a front view size comparison of the Fujifilm S8300 against the SZ-15.

Considering dimensions and weight, the portability grade of the Fujifilm S8300 and SZ-15 is 61 and 88 respectively.

Fujifilm S8300 vs Olympus SZ-15 Sensor Comparison
Quite often, it is very difficult to imagine the gap in sensor sizing simply by seeing specifications. The visual underneath should offer you a clearer sense of the sensor dimensions in the Fujifilm S8300 and SZ-15.
Plainly, each of the cameras come with the identical sensor size and the identical resolution so you should expect comparable quality of pictures although you may want to take the production date of the cameras into account.

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Fujifilm S8300 vs Olympus SZ-15 Specifications
Fujifilm FinePix S8300 | Olympus SZ-15 | |
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General Information | ||
Manufacturer | FujiFilm | Olympus |
Model | Fujifilm FinePix S8300 | Olympus SZ-15 |
Type | Small Sensor Superzoom | Small Sensor Superzoom |
Revealed | 2013-01-07 | 2013-06-21 |
Physical type | SLR-like (bridge) | Compact |
Sensor Information | ||
Sensor type | BSI-CMOS | CCD |
Sensor size | 1/2.3" | 1/2.3" |
Sensor measurements | 6.17 x 4.55mm | 6.17 x 4.55mm |
Sensor area | 28.1mm² | 28.1mm² |
Sensor resolution | 16MP | 16MP |
Anti aliasing filter | ||
Aspect ratio | - | 1:1, 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 |
Max resolution | 4608 x 3456 | 4608 x 3456 |
Max native ISO | 12800 | 3200 |
Minimum native ISO | 64 | 100 |
RAW photos | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Manual focus | ||
Autofocus touch | ||
Autofocus continuous | ||
Autofocus single | ||
Tracking autofocus | ||
Autofocus selectice | ||
Center weighted autofocus | ||
Multi area autofocus | ||
Live view autofocus | ||
Face detect autofocus | ||
Contract detect autofocus | ||
Phase detect autofocus | ||
Cross focus points | - | - |
Lens | ||
Lens mounting type | fixed lens | fixed lens |
Lens focal range | 24-1008mm (42.0x) | 23-483mm (21.0x) |
Maximal aperture | f/2.9-6.5 | f/2.8-5.9 |
Macro focus distance | 0cm | 5cm |
Focal length multiplier | 5.8 | 5.8 |
Screen | ||
Display type | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
Display size | 3" | 3" |
Display resolution | 460k dots | 460k dots |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch function | ||
Display tech | TFT color LCD monitor | LCD |
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder | Electronic | None |
Viewfinder resolution | 200k dots | - |
Features | ||
Minimum shutter speed | 8 seconds | 8 seconds |
Fastest shutter speed | 1/7000 seconds | 1/2000 seconds |
Continuous shutter rate | 10.0fps | 10.0fps |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Manually set exposure | ||
Exposure compensation | Yes | Yes |
Custom white balance | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Built-in flash | ||
Flash range | - | 3.50 m |
Flash options | - | Auto, On, Off, Red-Eye, Fill-in, Slow Sync |
External flash | ||
Auto exposure bracketing | ||
White balance bracketing | ||
Exposure | ||
Multisegment exposure | ||
Average exposure | ||
Spot exposure | ||
Partial exposure | ||
AF area exposure | ||
Center weighted exposure | ||
Video features | ||
Video resolutions | 1920 x 1080 (60 fps), 320 x 120 (480 fps), 320 x 240 (240 fps), 640 x 480 (120 fps) | 1920 x 1080 (30fps), 1280 x 720 (30 fps), 640 x 480 (30 fps), 480fps (176 x 128), 240fps (384 x 288) |
Max video resolution | 1920x1080 | 1920x1080 |
Video file format | Motion JPEG | AVI MPEG4, Motion JPEG |
Microphone port | ||
Headphone port | ||
Connectivity | ||
Wireless | None | Built-In |
Bluetooth | ||
NFC | ||
HDMI | ||
USB | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) |
GPS | None | BuiltIn |
Physical | ||
Environmental sealing | ||
Water proof | ||
Dust proof | ||
Shock proof | ||
Crush proof | ||
Freeze proof | ||
Weight | 670g (1.48 lb) | 250g (0.55 lb) |
Physical dimensions | 123 x 87 x 116mm (4.8" x 3.4" x 4.6") | 108 x 70 x 40mm (4.3" x 2.8" x 1.6") |
DXO scores | ||
DXO Overall score | not tested | not tested |
DXO Color Depth score | not tested | not tested |
DXO Dynamic range score | not tested | not tested |
DXO Low light score | not tested | not tested |
Other | ||
Battery model | 4 x AA | SLB-10A |
Self timer | Yes (2 or 10 sec) | Yes (2 or 10 sec, Double) |
Time lapse recording | ||
Type of storage | SD/SDHC/SDXC | SD/SDHC/SDXC |
Card slots | Single | Single |
Retail pricing | $200 | $200 |