Fujifilm XP150 vs Olympus TG-850 iHS

Below, we will be analyzing the Fujifilm XP150 vs Olympus TG-850 iHS, both Waterproof digital cameras by rivals FujiFilm and Olympus. The resolution of the Fujifilm XP150 (14MP) and the TG-850 iHS (16MP) is pretty similar and they possess the exact same sensor sizes (1/2.3").

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The Fujifilm XP150 was brought out 3 years earlier than the TG-850 iHS and that is quite a serious difference as far as tech is concerned. Each of these cameras come with the identical body type (Compact).

Before going straight into a more detailed comparison, below is a concise view of how the Fujifilm XP150 scores versus the TG-850 iHS in the way of portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.

Here is a preview of the gallery images for Fujifilm FinePix XP150 & Olympus Stylus Tough TG-850 iHS. The entire galleries are available at Fujifilm XP150 Gallery & Olympus TG-850 iHS Gallery.

For anybody who is going to lug around your camera regularly, you will need to think about its weight and size. The Fujifilm XP150 features exterior dimensions of 103mm x 71mm x 27mm (4.1" x 2.8" x 1.1") accompanied by a weight of 205 grams (0.45 lbs) while the Olympus TG-850 iHS has specifications of 110mm x 64mm x 28mm (4.3" x 2.5" x 1.1") with a weight of 218 grams (0.48 lbs).

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Don't forget, the weight of an ILC will change based on the lens you have at that moment. Here is the front view dimension comparison of the Fujifilm XP150 compared to the TG-850 iHS.

Taking into account size and weight, the portability rating of the Fujifilm XP150 and TG-850 iHS is 92 and 91 respectively.

Oftentimes, it is very difficult to see the difference between sensor measurements purely by reviewing a spec sheet. The photograph here might provide you a clearer sense of the sensor sizes in the Fujifilm XP150 and TG-850 iHS.

Clearly, each of the cameras posses the exact same sensor measurements albeit not the same MP. You can expect the Olympus TG-850 iHS to offer you more detail having its extra 2 Megapixels. Higher resolution will also let you crop shots somewhat more aggressively. The older Fujifilm XP150 is going to be disadvantaged in sensor innovation.