Fujifilm SL1000 vs Olympus 8010

Here is a comprehensive overview of the Fujifilm SL1000 vs Olympus 8010, one being a Small Sensor Superzoom and the other is a Waterproof by companies FujiFilm and Olympus. There is a crucial difference among the image resolutions of the Fujifilm SL1000 (16MP) and 8010 (13MP) but they enjoy the same exact sensor sizing (1/2.3").

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The Fujifilm SL1000 was brought out 2 years later than the 8010 and that is a fairly serious gap as far as camera tech is concerned. Each of the cameras offer different body type with the Fujifilm SL1000 being a SLR-like (bridge) camera and the Olympus 8010 being a Compact camera.

Before delving through a full comparison, below is a quick highlight of how the Fujifilm SL1000 grades versus the 8010 in the way of portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

Here is a sample of the gallery pics for Fujifilm FinePix SL1000 and Olympus Stylus Tough 8010. The entire galleries are viewable at Fujifilm SL1000 Gallery and Olympus 8010 Gallery.

If you're aiming to carry your camera frequently, you will have to factor its weight and proportions. The Fujifilm SL1000 comes with exterior 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 8010 has measurements of 98mm x 64mm x 24mm (3.9" x 2.5" x 0.9") with a weight of 245 grams (0.54 lbs).

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Remember, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will differ dependant on the lens you are using at the time. Below is the front view size comparison of the Fujifilm SL1000 compared to the 8010.

Looking at size and weight, the portability rating of the Fujifilm SL1000 and 8010 is 61 and 92 respectively.

Generally, it's tough to visualize the contrast in sensor sizing simply by viewing technical specs. The photograph here should provide you a more clear sense of the sensor dimensions in the Fujifilm SL1000 and 8010.

As you have seen, the two cameras enjoy the same exact sensor sizing but different megapixels. You should expect to see the Fujifilm SL1000 to render extra detail having its extra 3 Megapixels. Greater resolution can also enable you to crop images far more aggressively. The more modern Fujifilm SL1000 provides an edge with regard to sensor technology.