Fujifilm XP50 vs Olympus SH-50

On this page, we will be reviewing the Fujifilm XP50 and Olympus SH-50, one is a Waterproof and the latter is a Small Sensor Superzoom by manufacturers FujiFilm and Olympus. The image resolution of the Fujifilm XP50 (14MP) and the SH-50 (16MP) is pretty well matched and both cameras posses the same sensor sizes (1/2.3").

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The Fujifilm XP50 was brought out 12 months earlier than the SH-50 and they are of a similar generation. Both of these cameras have the same body design (Compact).

Before going into a more detailed comparison, here is a concise overview of how the Fujifilm XP50 matches up versus the SH-50 in the way of portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.

Below is a preview of the gallery images for Fujifilm FinePix XP50 and Olympus SH-50. The entire galleries are provided at Fujifilm XP50 Gallery and Olympus SH-50 Gallery.

If you are intending to travel with your camera frequently, you're going to have to think about its weight and proportions. The Fujifilm XP50 offers exterior dimensions of 99mm x 68mm x 26mm (3.9" x 2.7" x 1.0") along with a weight of 175 grams (0.39 lbs) while the Olympus SH-50 has measurements of 112mm x 63mm x 42mm (4.4" x 2.5" x 1.7") along with a weight of 269 grams (0.59 lbs).

Examine the Fujifilm XP50 and Olympus SH-50 in the new Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Bear in mind, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will vary depending on the lens you have attached at the time. The following is a front view dimension comparison of the Fujifilm XP50 compared to the SH-50.

Looking at dimensions and weight, the portability grade of the Fujifilm XP50 and SH-50 is 93 and 88 respectively.

Sometimes, it's hard to visualize the difference between sensor dimensions only by checking specifications. The image underneath might provide you a far better sense of the sensor sizes in the Fujifilm XP50 and SH-50.

To sum up, the two cameras have the same sensor dimensions albeit different megapixels. You should expect the Olympus SH-50 to resolve extra detail having its extra 2MP. Higher resolution will allow you to crop pictures a bit more aggressively. The more aged Fujifilm XP50 is going to be disadvantaged when it comes to sensor innovation.