Fujifilm S8600 vs Olympus SZ-16 iHS

On this page, we are matching up the Fujifilm S8600 versus Olympus SZ-16 iHS, both Small Sensor Superzoom digital cameras by companies FujiFilm and Olympus. The image resolution of the Fujifilm S8600 (16MP) and the SZ-16 iHS (16MP) is very well matched and both cameras provide the same sensor sizes (1/2.3").

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The Fujifilm S8600 was announced 13 months later than the SZ-16 iHS making them a generation apart from one another. Both cameras have different body design with the Fujifilm S8600 being a SLR-like (bridge) camera and the Olympus SZ-16 iHS being a Compact camera.

Before we go right into a in depth comparison, here is a brief summation of how the Fujifilm S8600 matches up against the SZ-16 iHS in relation to portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.

Following is a sample of the gallery pics for Fujifilm FinePix S8600 and Olympus SZ-16 iHS. The whole galleries are viewable at Fujifilm S8600 Gallery and Olympus SZ-16 iHS Gallery.

For those who are aiming to lug around your camera regularly, you have to factor in its weight and proportions. The Fujifilm S8600 enjoys exterior measurements of 121mm x 81mm x 65mm (4.8" x 3.2" x 2.6") along with a weight of 450 grams (0.99 lbs) whilst the Olympus SZ-16 iHS has measurements of 108mm x 70mm x 40mm (4.3" x 2.8" x 1.6") with a weight of 226 grams (0.50 lbs).

Contrast the Fujifilm S8600 versus Olympus SZ-16 iHS in the latest Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Keep in mind, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will vary dependant on the lens you are using during that time. Following is a front view size comparison of the Fujifilm S8600 compared to the SZ-16 iHS.

Taking into consideration dimensions and weight, the portability rating of the Fujifilm S8600 and SZ-16 iHS is 76 and 89 respectively.

Quite often, it's hard to envision the gap between sensor measurements merely by checking specs. The graphic below will offer you a clearer sense of the sensor sizing in the Fujifilm S8600 and SZ-16 iHS.

All in all, the 2 cameras provide the same sensor dimensions and the same resolution so you should expect similar quality of files but you need to take the production date of the products into consideration. The newer Fujifilm S8600 is going to have an advantage with regard to sensor innovation.