Fujifilm S8400W vs Olympus SZ-15

On this page, we will be reviewing the Fujifilm S8400W and Olympus SZ-15, both Small Sensor Superzoom digital cameras by companies FujiFilm and Olympus. The sensor resolution of the Fujifilm S8400W (16MP) and the SZ-15 (16MP) is relatively well matched and both cameras provide the same sensor size (1/2.3").

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The Fujifilm S8400W was released 3 months prior to the SZ-15 which means that they are both of a similar age. Both cameras have different body design with the Fujifilm S8400W being a SLR-like (bridge) camera and the Olympus SZ-15 being a Compact camera.

Before we go straight to a more detailed comparison, here is a brief summation of how the Fujifilm S8400W grades vs the SZ-15 with regards to portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

Below is a preview of the gallery photos for Fujifilm FinePix S8400W & Olympus SZ-15. The complete galleries are available at Fujifilm S8400W Gallery & Olympus SZ-15 Gallery.

In case you're aiming to carry your camera regularly, you need to think about its weight and size. The Fujifilm S8400W comes with external 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 specifications of 108mm x 70mm x 40mm (4.3" x 2.8" x 1.6") having a weight of 250 grams (0.55 lbs).

See the Fujifilm S8400W and Olympus SZ-15 in our newest Camera & Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Bear in mind, the weight of an ILC will differ dependant on the lens you use at that time. Following is a front view overall size comparison of the Fujifilm S8400W versus the SZ-15.

Using dimensions and weight, the portability grade of the Fujifilm S8400W and SZ-15 is 61 and 88 respectively.

Typically, it's tough to visualise the gap between sensor sizing merely by reading through technical specs. The graphic underneath might give you a much better sense of the sensor dimensions in the Fujifilm S8400W and SZ-15.

As you can tell, the two cameras have the same sensor dimensions and the identical MP therefore you can expect similar quality of files though you will want to consider the launch date of the products into consideration.