Fujifilm SL240 vs Olympus SZ-10

Below is a extensive review of the Fujifilm SL240 vs Olympus SZ-10, both Small Sensor Superzoom digital cameras by rivals FujiFilm and Olympus. The sensor resolution of the Fujifilm SL240 (14MP) and the SZ-10 (14MP) is pretty well matched and both cameras provide the same sensor measurements (1/2.3").

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The Fujifilm SL240 was revealed 12 months later than the SZ-10 which means that they are both of a similar generation. Each of these cameras have different body design with the Fujifilm SL240 being a SLR-like (bridge) camera and the Olympus SZ-10 being a Compact camera.

Before getting into a full comparison, here is a brief summary of how the Fujifilm SL240 scores versus the SZ-10 with regard to portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.

Following is a preview of the gallery images for Fujifilm FinePix SL240 and Olympus SZ-10. The full galleries are viewable at Fujifilm SL240 Gallery and Olympus SZ-10 Gallery.

For those who are going to lug around your camera regularly, you are going to need to consider its weight and volume. The Fujifilm SL240 provides exterior measurements of 122mm x 93mm x 100mm (4.8" x 3.7" x 3.9") and a weight of 510 grams (1.12 lbs) whilst the Olympus SZ-10 has sizing of 106mm x 67mm x 38mm (4.2" x 2.6" x 1.5") accompanied by a weight of 215 grams (0.47 lbs).

Look at the Fujifilm SL240 vs Olympus SZ-10 in the new Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Remember, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will differ dependant on the lens you choose at the time. Here is a front view measurements comparison of the Fujifilm SL240 versus the SZ-10.

Taking into account size and weight, the portability score of the Fujifilm SL240 and SZ-10 is 67 and 90 respectively.

Usually, it is tough to visualize the contrast between sensor measurements purely by reading through specs. The photograph underneath will give you a greater sense of the sensor sizing in the Fujifilm SL240 and SZ-10.

All in all, each of these cameras have the same sensor dimensions and the same exact MP therefore you should expect similar quality of images although you would want to factor the release date of the products into consideration. The more recent Fujifilm SL240 should have a benefit with regard to sensor tech.