Fujifilm SL1000 vs Olympus SH-50

Here, we are contrasting the Fujifilm SL1000 and Olympus SH-50, both Small Sensor Superzoom cameras by competitors FujiFilm and Olympus. The resolution of the Fujifilm SL1000 (16MP) and the SH-50 (16MP) is fairly close and both cameras provide the identical sensor sizes (1/2.3").

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The Fujifilm SL1000 was manufactured within a month of the SH-50 so they are both of a similar generation. Each of these cameras feature different body design with the Fujifilm SL1000 being a SLR-like (bridge) camera and the Olympus SH-50 being a Compact camera.

Before delving straight to a more detailed comparison, here is a short summary of how the Fujifilm SL1000 scores against the SH-50 in terms of portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.

Here is a sample of the gallery pictures for Fujifilm FinePix SL1000 and Olympus SH-50. The entire galleries are available at Fujifilm SL1000 Gallery and Olympus SH-50 Gallery.

When you are going to lug around your camera, you'll need to think about its weight and measurements. The Fujifilm SL1000 has external dimensions of 123mm x 89mm x 123mm (4.8" x 3.5" x 4.8") and a weight of 659 grams (1.45 lbs) and the Olympus SH-50 has proportions of 112mm x 63mm x 42mm (4.4" x 2.5" x 1.7") with a weight of 269 grams (0.59 lbs).

Take a look at the Fujifilm SL1000 and Olympus SH-50 in the all new Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Remember, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will vary dependant on the lens you select at that time. Below is a front view dimension comparison of the Fujifilm SL1000 compared to the SH-50.

Using size and weight, the portability score of the Fujifilm SL1000 and SH-50 is 61 and 88 respectively.

Oftentimes, its tough to visualise the difference in sensor measurements only by researching specifications. The visual underneath will offer you a more clear sense of the sensor sizes in the Fujifilm SL1000 and SH-50.

To sum up, both cameras come with the identical sensor size and the same exact MP so you should expect comparable quality of files however you might want to consider the release date of the cameras into account.