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Fujifilm XP120 vs Olympus TG-850 iHS

Portability
91
Imaging
42
Features
46
Overall
43
Fujifilm FinePix XP120 front
 
Olympus Stylus Tough TG-850 iHS front
Portability
91
Imaging
40
Features
44
Overall
41

Fujifilm XP120 vs Olympus TG-850 iHS Key Specs

Fujifilm XP120
(Full Review)
  • 16MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
  • 3" Fixed Display
  • ISO 100 - 3200 (Increase to 6400)
  • Sensor-shift Image Stabilization
  • 1920 x 1080 video
  • 28-140mm (F3.9-4.9) lens
  • 203g - 110 x 71 x 28mm
  • Released January 2017
  • Renewed by Fujifilm XP130
Olympus TG-850 iHS
(Full Review)
  • 16MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
  • 3" Tilting Screen
  • ISO 125 - 6400
  • Optical Image Stabilization
  • 1920 x 1080 video
  • 21-105mm (F3.5-5.7) lens
  • 218g - 110 x 64 x 28mm
  • Released January 2014
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Fujifilm XP120 vs Olympus TG-850 iHS Overview

The following is a extensive review of the Fujifilm XP120 and Olympus TG-850 iHS, both Waterproof digital cameras by competitors FujiFilm and Olympus. The image resolution of the Fujifilm XP120 (16MP) and the TG-850 iHS (16MP) is pretty similar and both cameras posses the same sensor sizing (1/2.3").

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The Fujifilm XP120 was launched 2 years after the TG-850 iHS which is quite a big difference as far as technology is concerned. Both the cameras have different body design with the Fujifilm XP120 being a Ultracompact camera and the Olympus TG-850 iHS being a Compact camera.

Before getting into a complete comparison, here is a concise view of how the Fujifilm XP120 scores vs the TG-850 iHS for portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.

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Reasons to pick Fujifilm XP120 over the Olympus TG-850 iHS

 Fujifilm XP120 TG-850 iHS 
ReleasedJanuary 2017January 2014Newer by 36 months
Focus manually More precise focusing
Screen resolution920k460kClearer screen (+460k dot)

Reasons to pick Olympus TG-850 iHS over the Fujifilm XP120

 TG-850 iHS Fujifilm XP120 
Screen typeTiltingFixed Tilting screen

Common features in the Fujifilm XP120 and Olympus TG-850 iHS

 Fujifilm XP120 TG-850 iHS 
Screen dimensions3"3"Equal screen measurement
Selfie screen Neither offers selfie screen
Touch screen Lacking Touch screen

Fujifilm XP120 vs Olympus TG-850 iHS Physical Comparison

If you are planning to travel with your camera frequently, you need to factor its weight and proportions. The Fujifilm XP120 offers physical measurements of 110mm x 71mm x 28mm (4.3" x 2.8" x 1.1") along with a weight of 203 grams (0.45 lbs) while the Olympus TG-850 iHS has measurements of 110mm x 64mm x 28mm (4.3" x 2.5" x 1.1") having a weight of 218 grams (0.48 lbs).

Check the Fujifilm XP120 and Olympus TG-850 iHS in our completely new Camera & Lens Size Comparison Tool. Camera Size Comparison with Lenses

Remember, the weight of an ILC will differ dependant on the lens you are using at that moment. The following is a front view size comparison of the Fujifilm XP120 versus the TG-850 iHS.

Fujifilm XP120 vs Olympus TG-850 iHS size comparison

Considering dimensions and weight, the portability score of the Fujifilm XP120 and TG-850 iHS is 91 and 91 respectively.

Fujifilm XP120 vs Olympus TG-850 iHS top view buttons comparison

Fujifilm XP120 vs Olympus TG-850 iHS Sensor Comparison

Sometimes, it can be tough to visualize the difference between sensor dimensions only by reading technical specs. The picture underneath will give you a much better sense of the sensor sizing in the Fujifilm XP120 and TG-850 iHS.

As you have seen, the two cameras provide the same sensor dimensions and the same resolution and you can expect similar quality of images though you will need to factor the launch date of the products into consideration. The more recent Fujifilm XP120 should have a benefit in sensor tech.

Fujifilm XP120 vs Olympus TG-850 iHS sensor size comparison

Fujifilm XP120 vs Olympus TG-850 iHS Screen and ViewFinder

Fujifilm XP120 vs Olympus TG-850 iHS Screen and Viewfinder comparison
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Photography Type Scores

Portrait Comparison

Fujifilm XP120 Portrait photography features
Olympus TG-850 iHS Portrait photography features
42
manual focus
megapixel count good (16MP)
provides face detection focusing
manual mode not available
cannot use external flash
sensor is very small (1/2.3")
lacks RAW format
35
resolution is good (16MP)
has face detect focusing
lack of manual focus
no manual exposure
no external flash support
very small sensor size (1/2.3")
lack of RAW format
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Street Comparison

Fujifilm XP120 Street photography info
Olympus TG-850 iHS Street photography info
62
built in image stabilization (Sensor-shift)
weather proofing
fixed screen
sensor is very small (1/2.3")
lacks RAW format
69
has a tilting screen
has image stabilization (Optical)
weather proofing
very small sensor size (1/2.3")
lack of RAW format
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Sports Comparison

Fujifilm XP120 Sports photography highlights
Olympus TG-850 iHS Sports photography highlights
46
built in image stabilization (Sensor-shift)
megapixel count good (16MP)
provides tracking autofocus
weather proofing
no shutter priority
sensor is very small (1/2.3")
terrible battery life (210 per charge)
lacks phase detect AF
51
has image stabilization (Optical)
resolution is good (16 megapixels)
has tracking focus
weather proofing
better than average battery (330 CIPA)
no shutter priority mode
very small sensor size (1/2.3")
lack of phase detect AF
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Travel Comparison

Fujifilm XP120 as a Travel photography camera
Olympus TG-850 iHS as a Travel photography camera
67
weather proofing
megapixel count good (16MP)
built-in flash
decently wide (28mm)
terrible battery life (210 CIPA)
does not have a selfie friendly display
slow maximum aperture (f3.9)
72
better than average battery (330 CIPA)
weather proofing
resolution is good (16MP)
built-in flash
fairly wide (21mm)
doesn't feature selfie friendly display
sluggish max aperture (f3.5)
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Landscape Comparison

Fujifilm XP120 Landscape photography information
Olympus TG-850 iHS Landscape photography information
50
manual focus
decently wide (28mm)
screen size is good (3 inches)
built in image stabilization (Sensor-shift)
megapixel count good (16MP)
weather proofing
can't change lens (fixed lens mount)
slow maximum aperture (f3.9)
manual mode not available
sensor is very small (1/2.3")
lacks RAW format
terrible battery life (210 per charge)
50
fairly wide (21mm)
nice screen size (3")
has image stabilization (Optical)
resolution is good (16 megapixels)
weather proofing
better than average battery (330 shots)
lack of manual focus
lens is fixed (fixed lens mount)
sluggish max aperture (f3.5)
no manual exposure
very small sensor size (1/2.3")
lack of RAW format
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Vlogging Comparison

Fujifilm XP120 Vlogging information
Olympus TG-850 iHS Vlogging information
33
decently wide (28mm)
built in image stabilization (Sensor-shift)
provides face detection focusing
video res high (1920 x 1080 pixels)
slow maximum aperture (f3.9)
does not have a selfie friendly display
does not have external microphone support
33
fairly wide (21mm)
has image stabilization (Optical)
has face detect focusing
high quality video (1920 x 1080 resolution)
sluggish max aperture (f3.5)
doesn't feature selfie friendly display
missing mic jack
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Fujifilm XP120 vs Olympus TG-850 iHS Specifications

Detailed spec comparison table for Fujifilm XP120 and Olympus TG-850 iHS
 Fujifilm FinePix XP120Olympus Stylus Tough TG-850 iHS
General Information
Manufacturer FujiFilm Olympus
Model type Fujifilm FinePix XP120 Olympus Stylus Tough TG-850 iHS
Class Waterproof Waterproof
Released 2017-01-05 2014-01-29
Body design Ultracompact Compact
Sensor Information
Processor - TruePic VII
Sensor type BSI-CMOS BSI-CMOS
Sensor size 1/2.3" 1/2.3"
Sensor dimensions 6.17 x 4.55mm 6.17 x 4.55mm
Sensor surface area 28.1mm² 28.1mm²
Sensor resolution 16 megapixel 16 megapixel
Anti alias filter
Aspect ratio 1:1, 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 -
Highest resolution 4608 x 3456 4616 x 3464
Highest native ISO 3200 6400
Highest boosted ISO 6400 -
Min native ISO 100 125
RAW pictures
Autofocusing
Focus manually
Touch focus
AF continuous
Single AF
Tracking AF
AF selectice
AF center weighted
Multi area AF
Live view AF
Face detect focusing
Contract detect focusing
Phase detect focusing
Cross type focus points - -
Lens
Lens mount type fixed lens fixed lens
Lens zoom range 28-140mm (5.0x) 21-105mm (5.0x)
Largest aperture f/3.9-4.9 f/3.5-5.7
Macro focusing distance 9cm -
Crop factor 5.8 5.8
Screen
Display type Fixed Type Tilting
Display diagonal 3 inch 3 inch
Resolution of display 920 thousand dot 460 thousand dot
Selfie friendly
Liveview
Touch display
Display technology - TFT LCD
Viewfinder Information
Viewfinder None None
Features
Slowest shutter speed 4 seconds 1/2 seconds
Maximum shutter speed 1/2000 seconds 1/2000 seconds
Continuous shooting speed 10.0 frames per sec 7.0 frames per sec
Shutter priority
Aperture priority
Manual exposure
Change WB
Image stabilization
Integrated flash
Flash distance 4.40 m (at Auto ISO) -
Flash modes Auto, Forced Flash, Suppressed Flash, Slow Synchro -
Hot shoe
AEB
WB bracketing
Exposure
Multisegment metering
Average metering
Spot metering
Partial metering
AF area metering
Center weighted metering
Video features
Video resolutions 1920 x 1080 @ 60p / Mbps, MOV, H.264, Linear PCM1920 x 1080 @ 30p / Mbps, MOV, H.264, Linear PCM1280 x 720 @ 60p / Mbps, MOV, H.264, Linear PCM 1920 x 1080 (60p, 30p), 1280 x 720 (60p), 640 x 480 (30 fps)
Highest video resolution 1920x1080 1920x1080
Video file format H.264 H.264, Motion JPEG
Mic input
Headphone input
Connectivity
Wireless Built-In Yes
Bluetooth
NFC
HDMI
USB USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec)
GPS None None
Physical
Environment seal
Water proofing
Dust proofing
Shock proofing
Crush proofing
Freeze proofing
Weight 203g (0.45 pounds) 218g (0.48 pounds)
Physical dimensions 110 x 71 x 28mm (4.3" x 2.8" x 1.1") 110 x 64 x 28mm (4.3" x 2.5" x 1.1")
DXO scores
DXO All around rating not tested not tested
DXO Color Depth rating not tested not tested
DXO Dynamic range rating not tested not tested
DXO Low light rating not tested not tested
Other
Battery life 210 pictures 330 pictures
Battery format Battery Pack Battery Pack
Battery ID - LI-50B
Self timer Yes (2 or 10 secs, group shot) Yes (2 sec, 12 sec, Custom Self-Timer (1-30 sec start timer, 1-10 pictures, 1-3 sec interval))
Time lapse recording
Type of storage Internal + SD/SDHC/SDXC card SD, SDHC, SDXC, Internal Memory
Storage slots Single Single
Cost at launch $229 $250