Fujifilm S8400W vs Olympus SZ-30MR

Below, we are evaluating the Fujifilm S8400W vs Olympus SZ-30MR, both Small Sensor Superzoom digital cameras by manufacturers FujiFilm and Olympus. The resolution of the Fujifilm S8400W (16MP) and the SZ-30MR (16MP) is very similar and they possess the exact same sensor measurements (1/2.3").

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The Fujifilm S8400W was brought out 2 years after the SZ-30MR which is quite a significant difference as far as technology is concerned. Each of the cameras come with different body type with the Fujifilm S8400W being a SLR-like (bridge) camera and the Olympus SZ-30MR being a Compact camera.

Before going straight into a comprehensive comparison, below is a quick introduction of how the Fujifilm S8400W matches up versus the SZ-30MR with regard to portability, imaging, features and an overall score.

Here is a sample of the gallery pics for Fujifilm FinePix S8400W & Olympus SZ-30MR. The entire galleries are viewable at Fujifilm S8400W Gallery & Olympus SZ-30MR Gallery.

For those who are going to carry around your camera often, you should factor in its weight and dimensions. The Fujifilm S8400W enjoys outside dimensions of 123mm x 87mm x 116mm (4.8" x 3.4" x 4.6") and a weight of 670 grams (1.48 lbs) whilst the Olympus SZ-30MR has dimensions 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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Always remember, the weight of an ILC will change depending on the lens you are utilising at that moment. Following is the front view dimensions comparison of the Fujifilm S8400W versus the SZ-30MR.

Taking into account dimensions and weight, the portability score of the Fujifilm S8400W and SZ-30MR is 61 and 89 respectively.

Typically, it can be difficult to visualise the gap between sensor sizes simply by reviewing a spec sheet. The image here will provide you a more clear sense of the sensor dimensions in the Fujifilm S8400W and SZ-30MR.

Clearly, the 2 cameras posses the exact same sensor measurements and the identical resolution so you can expect similar quality of photographs however you should really factor the launch date of the products into consideration. The younger Fujifilm S8400W will have an advantage in sensor tech.