Fujifilm SL1000 vs Olympus SZ-30MR

In this write-up, we are looking at the Fujifilm SL1000 vs Olympus SZ-30MR, both Small Sensor Superzoom digital cameras by competitors FujiFilm and Olympus. The image resolution of the Fujifilm SL1000 (16MP) and the SZ-30MR (16MP) is fairly similar and they use the same exact sensor measurements (1/2.3").

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The Fujifilm SL1000 was unveiled 23 months later than the SZ-30MR making the cameras a generation apart from each other. Both cameras offer different body type with the Fujifilm SL1000 being a SLR-like (bridge) camera and the Olympus SZ-30MR being a Compact camera.

Before delving in to a comprehensive comparison, below is a quick summation of how the Fujifilm SL1000 scores against the SZ-30MR in terms of portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

Following is a sample of the gallery pictures for Fujifilm FinePix SL1000 & Olympus SZ-30MR. The full galleries are viewable at Fujifilm SL1000 Gallery & Olympus SZ-30MR Gallery.

When you are going to carry your camera often, you're going to have to factor in its weight and proportions. The Fujifilm SL1000 offers outer dimensions of 123mm x 89mm x 123mm (4.8" x 3.5" x 4.8") with a weight of 659 grams (1.45 lbs) and the Olympus SZ-30MR has measurements of 106mm x 69mm x 40mm (4.2" x 2.7" x 1.6") having a weight of 226 grams (0.50 lbs).

Take a look at the Fujifilm SL1000 vs Olympus SZ-30MR in our newest Camera & Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Remember that, the weight of an ILC will vary depending on the lens you have during that time. Below is the front view over all size comparison of the Fujifilm SL1000 versus the SZ-30MR.

Taking into consideration size and weight, the portability score of the Fujifilm SL1000 and SZ-30MR is 61 and 89 respectively.

Usually, it is very difficult to visualise the difference between sensor sizing only by reviewing a spec sheet. The photograph here will help offer you a greater sense of the sensor dimensions in the Fujifilm SL1000 and SZ-30MR.

Clearly, both cameras enjoy the same exact sensor sizing and the same exact resolution therefore you can expect similar quality of files although you will need to factor the launch date of the products into consideration. The fresher Fujifilm SL1000 is going to have a benefit with regard to sensor innovation.