Fujifilm XP200 vs Olympus SZ-30MR

In this article, we are evaluating the Fujifilm XP200 vs Olympus SZ-30MR, one being a Waterproof and the other is a Small Sensor Superzoom by rivals FujiFilm and Olympus. The sensor resolution of the Fujifilm XP200 (16MP) and the SZ-30MR (16MP) is fairly comparable and they come with the same exact sensor sizing (1/2.3").

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The Fujifilm XP200 was revealed 2 years later than the SZ-30MR and that is a fairly large gap as far as camera tech is concerned. Each of these cameras offer the identical body type (Compact).

Before going straight into a step-by-step comparison, below is a simple summation of how the Fujifilm XP200 matches up against the SZ-30MR with regards to portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

Below is a sample of the gallery pictures for Fujifilm FinePix XP200 and Olympus SZ-30MR. The full galleries are viewable at Fujifilm XP200 Gallery and Olympus SZ-30MR Gallery.

For those who are looking to carry your camera frequently, you need to factor in its weight and size. The Fujifilm XP200 has got physical dimensions of 116mm x 71mm x 30mm (4.6" x 2.8" x 1.2") accompanied by a weight of 232 grams (0.51 lbs) whilst the Olympus SZ-30MR has specifications of 106mm x 69mm x 40mm (4.2" x 2.7" x 1.6") accompanied by a weight of 226 grams (0.50 lbs).

Take a look at the Fujifilm XP200 vs Olympus SZ-30MR in the new Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Keep in mind, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will change based on the lens you have chosen at that time. Following is the front view physical size comparison of the Fujifilm XP200 vs the SZ-30MR.

Looking at size and weight, the portability score of the Fujifilm XP200 and SZ-30MR is 90 and 89 respectively.

Generally, its difficult to visualize the contrast in sensor sizing just by going through specs. The visual underneath may give you a clearer sense of the sensor dimensions in the Fujifilm XP200 and SZ-30MR.

As you can plainly see, both the cameras offer the same exact sensor sizing and the exact same megapixels and you should expect comparable quality of pictures although you need to take the release date of the cameras into account. The fresher Fujifilm XP200 provides a benefit with regard to sensor tech.