Fujifilm XP200 vs Olympus 8000

Let's look much closer at the Fujifilm XP200 versus Olympus 8000, former being a Waterproof while the other is a Small Sensor Compact by companies FujiFilm and Olympus. There is a substantial difference between the image resolutions of the Fujifilm XP200 (16MP) and 8000 (12MP) but both cameras boast the same sensor sizing (1/2.3").

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The Fujifilm XP200 was unveiled 3 years later than the 8000 and that is quite a big difference as far as tech is concerned. Both of these cameras have the same body design (Compact).

Before diving right into a in depth comparison, here is a short overview of how the Fujifilm XP200 matches up against the 8000 when considering portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.

The following is a sample of the gallery pictures for Fujifilm FinePix XP200 & Olympus Stylus Tough 8000. The full galleries are available at Fujifilm XP200 Gallery & Olympus 8000 Gallery.

If you are looking to lug around your camera, you'll have to take into account its weight and proportions. The Fujifilm XP200 provides outside measurements of 116mm x 71mm x 30mm (4.6" x 2.8" x 1.2") accompanied by a weight of 232 grams (0.51 lbs) and the Olympus 8000 has measurements of 95mm x 62mm x 22mm (3.7" x 2.4" x 0.9") accompanied by a weight of 182 grams (0.40 lbs).

Analyze the Fujifilm XP200 versus Olympus 8000 in our newest Camera & Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Take into consideration, the weight of an ILC will vary based on the lens you have at the time. Below is a front view physical size comparison of the Fujifilm XP200 against the 8000.

Looking at size and weight, the portability rating of the Fujifilm XP200 and 8000 is 90 and 94 respectively.

Generally, it is very tough to visualise the gap between sensor measurements merely by reviewing specifications. The photograph below might give you a more clear sense of the sensor measurements in the Fujifilm XP200 and 8000.

Plainly, the two cameras have the same sensor dimensions but not the same resolution. You can anticipate the Fujifilm XP200 to offer greater detail having an extra 4MP. Greater resolution will allow you to crop photos a bit more aggressively. The more recent Fujifilm XP200 is going to have an edge with regard to sensor tech.