Fujifilm SL1000 vs Olympus SZ-16 iHS
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Fujifilm SL1000 vs Olympus SZ-16 iHS Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 16MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 3" Tilting Screen
- ISO 64 - 12800
- Optical Image Stabilization
- 1920 x 1080 video
- 24-1200mm (F2.9-6.5) lens
- 659g - 123 x 89 x 123mm
- Launched January 2013
(Full Review)
- 16MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 3" Fixed Screen
- ISO 80 - 6400
- Sensor-shift Image Stabilization
- 1280 x 720 video
- 25-600mm (F3.0-6.9) lens
- 226g - 108 x 70 x 40mm
- Launched January 2013
Fujifilm SL1000 vs Olympus SZ-16 iHS Overview
Below, we will be evaluating the Fujifilm SL1000 and Olympus SZ-16 iHS, both Small Sensor Superzoom cameras by companies FujiFilm and Olympus. The image resolution of the Fujifilm SL1000 (16MP) and the SZ-16 iHS (16MP) is pretty close and they use the exact same sensor measurements (1/2.3").
Ulanzi's Tripod Ensures Ultra Smooth FilmingThe Fujifilm SL1000 was manufactured very close to the SZ-16 iHS which means that they are both of a similar generation. The two cameras come with different body type with the Fujifilm SL1000 being a SLR-like (bridge) camera and the Olympus SZ-16 iHS being a Compact camera.
Before delving straight into a more detailed comparison, below is a brief summation of how the Fujifilm SL1000 scores vs the SZ-16 iHS for portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.
Fujifilm SL1000 vs Olympus SZ-16 iHS Gallery
Here is a preview of the gallery images for Fujifilm FinePix SL1000 and Olympus SZ-16 iHS. The entire galleries are viewable at Fujifilm SL1000 Gallery and Olympus SZ-16 iHS Gallery.
Reasons to pick Fujifilm SL1000 over the Olympus SZ-16 iHS
Fujifilm SL1000 | SZ-16 iHS | |||
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Screen type | Tilting | Fixed | Tilting screen | |
Screen resolution | 920k | 460k | Clearer screen (+460k dot) |
Reasons to pick Olympus SZ-16 iHS over the Fujifilm SL1000
SZ-16 iHS | Fujifilm SL1000 |
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Common features in the Fujifilm SL1000 and Olympus SZ-16 iHS
Fujifilm SL1000 | SZ-16 iHS | |||
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Launched | January 2013 | January 2013 | Same generation | |
Focus manually | No manual focusing | |||
Screen dimension | 3" | 3" | Identical screen measurements | |
Selfie screen | Neither comes with selfie screen | |||
Touch friendly screen | Lacking Touch friendly screen |
Fujifilm SL1000 vs Olympus SZ-16 iHS Physical Comparison
For those who are aiming to carry your camera regularly, you will need to factor its weight and dimensions. The Fujifilm SL1000 comes with outer measurements of 123mm x 89mm x 123mm (4.8" x 3.5" x 4.8") having a weight of 659 grams (1.45 lbs) and the Olympus SZ-16 iHS has dimensions of 108mm x 70mm x 40mm (4.3" x 2.8" x 1.6") with a weight of 226 grams (0.50 lbs).
Analyze the Fujifilm SL1000 and Olympus SZ-16 iHS in the latest Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.Do not forget, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will differ depending on the lens you are utilizing at the time. The following is the front view size comparison of the Fujifilm SL1000 against the SZ-16 iHS.
Factoring in size and weight, the portability rating of the Fujifilm SL1000 and SZ-16 iHS is 61 and 89 respectively.
Fujifilm SL1000 vs Olympus SZ-16 iHS Sensor Comparison
In many cases, it is very difficult to see the contrast in sensor sizing just by looking through a spec sheet. The graphic here will help offer you a more clear sense of the sensor measurements in the Fujifilm SL1000 and SZ-16 iHS.
Clearly, both of the cameras posses the exact same sensor measurements and the same exact resolution therefore you should expect comparable quality of photos however you will need to consider the release date of the cameras into account.
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Fujifilm SL1000 vs Olympus SZ-16 iHS Specifications
Fujifilm FinePix SL1000 | Olympus SZ-16 iHS | |
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General Information | ||
Brand | FujiFilm | Olympus |
Model | Fujifilm FinePix SL1000 | Olympus SZ-16 iHS |
Type | Small Sensor Superzoom | Small Sensor Superzoom |
Launched | 2013-01-07 | 2013-01-08 |
Physical type | SLR-like (bridge) | Compact |
Sensor Information | ||
Sensor type | BSI-CMOS | CMOS |
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 | 16 megapixel | 16 megapixel |
Anti aliasing filter | ||
Max resolution | 4608 x 3456 | 4608 x 3456 |
Max native ISO | 12800 | 6400 |
Lowest native ISO | 64 | 80 |
RAW support | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Manual focus | ||
Touch to focus | ||
Autofocus continuous | ||
Single autofocus | ||
Tracking autofocus | ||
Selective autofocus | ||
Autofocus center weighted | ||
Multi area autofocus | ||
Autofocus live view | ||
Face detection autofocus | ||
Contract detection autofocus | ||
Phase detection autofocus | ||
Cross focus points | - | - |
Lens | ||
Lens mount | fixed lens | fixed lens |
Lens focal range | 24-1200mm (50.0x) | 25-600mm (24.0x) |
Max aperture | f/2.9-6.5 | f/3.0-6.9 |
Macro focus distance | 0cm | - |
Focal length multiplier | 5.8 | 5.8 |
Screen | ||
Screen type | Tilting | Fixed Type |
Screen diagonal | 3 inch | 3 inch |
Screen resolution | 920 thousand dots | 460 thousand dots |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch friendly | ||
Screen tech | TFT color LCD monitor | TFT Color LCD |
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder type | Electronic | None |
Viewfinder resolution | 920 thousand dots | - |
Features | ||
Minimum shutter speed | 30 seconds | 4 seconds |
Fastest shutter speed | 1/1700 seconds | 1/2000 seconds |
Continuous shutter rate | 10.0 frames/s | 2.0 frames/s |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Expose Manually | ||
Exposure compensation | Yes | - |
Change white balance | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Inbuilt flash | ||
Flash options | - | Auto, On, Off, Red-Eye, Fill-in |
External flash | ||
AE 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), 1280 x 720 (30fps), 320 x 120 (480 fps), 640 x 480 (120, 30fps), 320 x 240 (240 fps), 640 x 480 (120 fps) | 1280 x 720 (30 fps), 640 x 480 (30 fps), 320 x 180 (30fps) |
Max video resolution | 1920x1080 | 1280x720 |
Video file format | Motion JPEG | MPEG-4, H.264 |
Microphone port | ||
Headphone port | ||
Connectivity | ||
Wireless | None | None |
Bluetooth | ||
NFC | ||
HDMI | ||
USB | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) |
GPS | None | None |
Physical | ||
Environmental sealing | ||
Water proof | ||
Dust proof | ||
Shock proof | ||
Crush proof | ||
Freeze proof | ||
Weight | 659g (1.45 lbs) | 226g (0.50 lbs) |
Dimensions | 123 x 89 x 123mm (4.8" x 3.5" x 4.8") | 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 life | 350 images | 220 images |
Battery type | Battery Pack | Battery Pack |
Battery model | - | LI-50B |
Self timer | Yes (2 or 10 sec) | Yes (2 or 12 sec, pet auto shutter) |
Time lapse recording | ||
Type of storage | SD/SDHC/SDXC | SD/SDHC/SDXC |
Card slots | 1 | 1 |
Launch pricing | $600 | $230 |