Fujifilm SL300 vs Olympus SH-50
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![Fujifilm FinePix SL300 front Fujifilm FinePix SL300 front](https://pxlmag.com/db/images/cameras/gallery/medium/Fujifilm-FinePix-SL300/Fujifilm-SL300-front.jpg)
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Fujifilm SL300 vs Olympus SH-50 Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 14MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 3" Fixed Screen
- ISO 64 - 1600 (Push to 6400)
- Sensor-shift Image Stabilization
- 1280 x 720 video
- 24-720mm (F3.1-5.9) lens
- 510g - 122 x 93 x 100mm
- Introduced January 2012
(Full Review)
- 16MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 3" Fixed Display
- ISO 125 - 6400
- Optical Image Stabilization
- 1920 x 1080 video
- 25-600mm (F3.0-6.9) lens
- 269g - 112 x 63 x 42mm
- Launched January 2013
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Fujifilm SL300 vs Olympus SH-50 Overview
Following is a comprehensive comparison of the Fujifilm SL300 vs Olympus SH-50, both Small Sensor Superzoom cameras by competitors FujiFilm and Olympus. The sensor resolution of the Fujifilm SL300 (14MP) and the SH-50 (16MP) is fairly comparable and both cameras provide the identical sensor dimensions (1/2.3").
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The Fujifilm SL300 was brought out 12 months earlier than the SH-50 which means that they are of a similar generation. Both cameras feature different body design with the Fujifilm SL300 being a SLR-like (bridge) camera and the Olympus SH-50 being a Compact camera.
Before getting into a thorough comparison, here is a short summary of how the Fujifilm SL300 grades versus the SH-50 in the way of portability, imaging, features and an overall score.
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Fujifilm SL300 vs Olympus SH-50 Gallery
Following is a sample of the gallery pictures for Fujifilm FinePix SL300 and Olympus SH-50. The entire galleries are viewable at Fujifilm SL300 Gallery and Olympus SH-50 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Fujifilm SL300 over the Olympus SH-50
Fujifilm SL300 | SH-50 |
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Reasons to pick Olympus SH-50 over the Fujifilm SL300
SH-50 | Fujifilm SL300 | |||
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Launched | January 2013 | ![]() | January 2012 | More modern by 12 months |
Manual focus | ![]() | Very precise focusing | ||
Touch display | ![]() | Easily navigate |
Common features in the Fujifilm SL300 and Olympus SH-50
Fujifilm SL300 | SH-50 | |||
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Display type | Fixed | ![]() | Fixed | Fixed display |
Display size | 3" | ![]() | 3" | Same display sizing |
Display resolution | 460k | ![]() | 460k | The same display resolution |
Selfie screen | ![]() | Lack of selfie screen |
Fujifilm SL300 vs Olympus SH-50 Physical Comparison
If you are intending to carry around your camera regularly, you need to take into account its weight and volume. The Fujifilm SL300 comes with 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 SH-50 has sizing of 112mm x 63mm x 42mm (4.4" x 2.5" x 1.7") having a weight of 269 grams (0.59 lbs).
Contrast the Fujifilm SL300 vs Olympus SH-50 in the new Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.![Camera Size Comparison with Lenses Camera Size Comparison with Lenses](https://pxlmag.com/db/assets/camera-size-comparison-animation.gif)
Do not forget, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will differ based on the lens you are working with at the time. Underneath is a front view measurement comparison of the Fujifilm SL300 versus the SH-50.
![Fujifilm SL300 vs Olympus SH-50 size comparison Fujifilm SL300 vs Olympus SH-50 size comparison](https://pxlmag.com/db/images/camera-compare/Fujifilm-FinePix-SL300-vs-Olympus-SH-50-size-comparison.jpg)
Taking into consideration size and weight, the portability score of the Fujifilm SL300 and SH-50 is 67 and 88 respectively.
![Fujifilm SL300 vs Olympus SH-50 top view buttons comparison Fujifilm SL300 vs Olympus SH-50 top view buttons comparison](https://pxlmag.com/db/images/camera-compare/Fujifilm-FinePix-SL300-vs-Olympus-SH-50-top-view-buttons-comparison.jpg)
Fujifilm SL300 vs Olympus SH-50 Sensor Comparison
In many cases, it's difficult to visualize the difference in sensor sizes simply by seeing specifications. The image underneath will help provide you a more clear sense of the sensor sizing in the Fujifilm SL300 and SH-50.
To sum up, both of the cameras feature the identical sensor size but different MP. You should anticipate the Olympus SH-50 to show greater detail having its extra 2MP. Greater resolution will also help you crop pics way more aggressively. The more aged Fujifilm SL300 will be disadvantaged when it comes to sensor tech.
![Fujifilm SL300 vs Olympus SH-50 sensor size comparison Fujifilm SL300 vs Olympus SH-50 sensor size comparison](https://pxlmag.com/db/images/sensor-compare/Fujifilm-FinePix-SL300-vs-Olympus-SH-50-sensor-size-comparison.png)
Fujifilm SL300 vs Olympus SH-50 Screen and ViewFinder
![Fujifilm SL300 vs Olympus SH-50 Screen and Viewfinder comparison Fujifilm SL300 vs Olympus SH-50 Screen and Viewfinder comparison](https://pxlmag.com/db/images/camera-compare/Fujifilm-FinePix-SL300-vs-Olympus-SH-50-screen-back-comparison.jpg)
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Photography Type Scores
Portrait Comparison
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Street Comparison
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Sports Comparison
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Travel Comparison
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Landscape Comparison
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Vlogging Comparison
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Fujifilm SL300 vs Olympus SH-50 Specifications
Fujifilm FinePix SL300 | Olympus SH-50 | |
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General Information | ||
Manufacturer | FujiFilm | Olympus |
Model | Fujifilm FinePix SL300 | Olympus SH-50 |
Category | Small Sensor Superzoom | Small Sensor Superzoom |
Introduced | 2012-01-05 | 2013-01-08 |
Body design | SLR-like (bridge) | Compact |
Sensor Information | ||
Chip | - | TruePic VI |
Sensor type | CCD | BSI-CMOS |
Sensor size | 1/2.3" | 1/2.3" |
Sensor measurements | 6.17 x 4.55mm | 6.17 x 4.55mm |
Sensor surface area | 28.1mm² | 28.1mm² |
Sensor resolution | 14MP | 16MP |
Anti aliasing filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 | 1:1, 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 |
Maximum resolution | 4288 x 3216 | 4608 x 3456 |
Maximum native ISO | 1600 | 6400 |
Maximum boosted ISO | 6400 | - |
Minimum native ISO | 64 | 125 |
RAW images | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Focus manually | ||
Touch focus | ||
Continuous autofocus | ||
Autofocus single | ||
Tracking autofocus | ||
Autofocus selectice | ||
Autofocus center weighted | ||
Autofocus multi area | ||
Live view autofocus | ||
Face detection autofocus | ||
Contract detection autofocus | ||
Phase detection autofocus | ||
Cross focus points | - | - |
Lens | ||
Lens mounting type | fixed lens | fixed lens |
Lens focal range | 24-720mm (30.0x) | 25-600mm (24.0x) |
Max aperture | f/3.1-5.9 | f/3.0-6.9 |
Macro focus distance | 2cm | 5cm |
Crop factor | 5.8 | 5.8 |
Screen | ||
Screen type | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
Screen diagonal | 3" | 3" |
Screen resolution | 460k dot | 460k dot |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch function | ||
Screen tech | TFT color LCD monitor | - |
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder | Electronic | None |
Viewfinder coverage | 97 percent | - |
Features | ||
Lowest shutter speed | 8s | 15s |
Highest shutter speed | 1/2000s | 1/2000s |
Continuous shooting speed | 1.0 frames/s | 12.0 frames/s |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Manually set exposure | ||
Exposure compensation | Yes | Yes |
Set white balance | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Integrated flash | ||
Flash range | 7.00 m (Wide: 40 cm–7.0 m / Tele: 2.5m–3.6 m) | 4.00 m |
Flash modes | Auto, On, Off, Red-eye, Slow Sync | Auto, On, Off, Red-Eye, Fill-in, Slow Sync |
Hot shoe | ||
AEB | ||
White balance bracketing | ||
Exposure | ||
Multisegment | ||
Average | ||
Spot | ||
Partial | ||
AF area | ||
Center weighted | ||
Video features | ||
Video resolutions | 1280 x 720 (30 fps), 640 x 480 (30 fps) | 1920 x 1080 (60fps), 1280 x 720 (30 fps), 640 x 480 (30 fps), 480fps (176 x 128), 240fps (384 x 288) |
Maximum video resolution | 1280x720 | 1920x1080 |
Video data format | H.264, Motion JPEG | MPEG-4, H.264 |
Microphone jack | ||
Headphone jack | ||
Connectivity | ||
Wireless | None | Built-In |
Bluetooth | ||
NFC | ||
HDMI | ||
USB | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) |
GPS | None | None |
Physical | ||
Environment seal | ||
Water proof | ||
Dust proof | ||
Shock proof | ||
Crush proof | ||
Freeze proof | ||
Weight | 510 grams (1.12 lb) | 269 grams (0.59 lb) |
Physical dimensions | 122 x 93 x 100mm (4.8" x 3.7" x 3.9") | 112 x 63 x 42mm (4.4" x 2.5" x 1.7") |
DXO scores | ||
DXO All around 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 | 300 shots | - |
Battery form | Battery Pack | - |
Battery model | NP-85 | SLB-10A |
Self timer | Yes (2 or 10 sec) | Yes (2 or 12 sec, Pet Auto Shutter) |
Time lapse feature | ||
Type of storage | SD/SDHC/SDXC | SD/SDHC/SDXC |
Storage slots | Single | Single |
Cost at launch | $280 | $300 |