Fujifilm XP70 vs Olympus SZ-15
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40 Features
35 Overall
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![Fujifilm FinePix XP70 front Fujifilm FinePix XP70 front](https://pxlmag.com/db/images/cameras/gallery/medium/Fujifilm-FinePix-XP70/Fujifilm-XP70-front.jpg)
![Olympus SZ-15 front Olympus SZ-15 front](https://pxlmag.com/db/images/cameras/gallery/medium/Olympus-SZ-15/Olympus-SZ-15-front.jpg)
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40 Features
50 Overall
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Fujifilm XP70 vs Olympus SZ-15 Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 16MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 2.7" Fixed Display
- ISO 100 - 6400
- Sensor-shift Image Stabilization
- 1920 x 1080 video
- 28-140mm (F3.9-4.9) lens
- 179g - 104 x 67 x 26mm
- Launched January 2014
- Previous Model is Fujifilm XP60
- Successor is Fujifilm XP80
(Full Review)
- 16MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 3" Fixed Display
- ISO 100 - 3200
- Optical Image Stabilization
- 1920 x 1080 video
- 23-483mm (F2.8-5.9) lens
- 250g - 108 x 70 x 40mm
- Announced June 2013
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Fujifilm XP70 vs Olympus SZ-15 Overview
Its time to take a closer look at the Fujifilm XP70 vs Olympus SZ-15, former is a Waterproof while the other is a Small Sensor Superzoom by brands FujiFilm and Olympus. The sensor resolution of the Fujifilm XP70 (16MP) and the SZ-15 (16MP) is very well matched and they use the same exact sensor dimensions (1/2.3").
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The Fujifilm XP70 was unveiled 7 months after the SZ-15 so they are of a similar age. Both cameras offer the identical body type (Compact).
Before going in to a step-by-step comparison, below is a quick introduction of how the Fujifilm XP70 grades vs the SZ-15 when considering portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.
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Fujifilm XP70 vs Olympus SZ-15 Gallery
This is a sample of the gallery pics for Fujifilm FinePix XP70 & Olympus SZ-15. The full galleries are available at Fujifilm XP70 Gallery & Olympus SZ-15 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Fujifilm XP70 over the Olympus SZ-15
Fujifilm XP70 | SZ-15 | |||
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Announced | January 2014 | ![]() | June 2013 | Newer by 7 months |
Reasons to pick Olympus SZ-15 over the Fujifilm XP70
SZ-15 | Fujifilm XP70 | |||
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Manual focus | ![]() | More precise focus | ||
Display sizing | 3" | ![]() | 2.7" | Larger display (+0.3") |
Common features in the Fujifilm XP70 and Olympus SZ-15
Fujifilm XP70 | SZ-15 | |||
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Display type | Fixed | ![]() | Fixed | Fixed display |
Display resolution | 460k | ![]() | 460k | Exact same display resolution |
Selfie screen | ![]() | Lack of selfie screen | ||
Touch display | ![]() | Lack of Touch display |
Fujifilm XP70 vs Olympus SZ-15 Physical Comparison
For anyone who is going to travel with your camera frequently, you're going to have to factor in its weight and volume. The Fujifilm XP70 comes with physical measurements of 104mm x 67mm x 26mm (4.1" x 2.6" x 1.0") with a weight of 179 grams (0.39 lbs) whilst the Olympus SZ-15 has sizing of 108mm x 70mm x 40mm (4.3" x 2.8" x 1.6") accompanied by a weight of 250 grams (0.55 lbs).
Take a look at the Fujifilm XP70 vs Olympus SZ-15 in our completely new Camera plus Lens Size Comparison Tool.![Camera Size Comparison with Lenses Camera Size Comparison with Lenses](https://pxlmag.com/db/assets/camera-size-comparison-animation.gif)
Keep in mind, the weight of an ILC will change dependant on the lens you are utilising at the time. Here is the front view measurement comparison of the Fujifilm XP70 versus the SZ-15.
![Fujifilm XP70 vs Olympus SZ-15 size comparison Fujifilm XP70 vs Olympus SZ-15 size comparison](https://pxlmag.com/db/images/camera-compare/Fujifilm-FinePix-XP70-vs-Olympus-SZ-15-size-comparison.jpg)
Factoring in size and weight, the portability score of the Fujifilm XP70 and SZ-15 is 93 and 88 respectively.
![Fujifilm XP70 vs Olympus SZ-15 top view buttons comparison Fujifilm XP70 vs Olympus SZ-15 top view buttons comparison](https://pxlmag.com/db/images/camera-compare/Fujifilm-FinePix-XP70-vs-Olympus-SZ-15-top-view-buttons-comparison.jpg)
Fujifilm XP70 vs Olympus SZ-15 Sensor Comparison
Often, it is difficult to visualise the difference between sensor dimensions only by looking at technical specs. The image underneath may provide you a more clear sense of the sensor sizing in the Fujifilm XP70 and SZ-15.
As you can tell, each of the cameras enjoy the same exact sensor sizing and the exact same resolution so you can expect similar quality of photographs although you will need to consider the age of the products into consideration. The newer Fujifilm XP70 will have an advantage when it comes to sensor tech.
![Fujifilm XP70 vs Olympus SZ-15 sensor size comparison Fujifilm XP70 vs Olympus SZ-15 sensor size comparison](https://pxlmag.com/db/images/sensor-compare/Fujifilm-FinePix-XP70-vs-Olympus-SZ-15-sensor-size-comparison.png)
Fujifilm XP70 vs Olympus SZ-15 Screen and ViewFinder
![Fujifilm XP70 vs Olympus SZ-15 Screen and Viewfinder comparison Fujifilm XP70 vs Olympus SZ-15 Screen and Viewfinder comparison](https://pxlmag.com/db/images/camera-compare/Fujifilm-FinePix-XP70-vs-Olympus-SZ-15-screen-back-comparison.jpg)
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Photography Type Scores
Portrait Comparison
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Street Comparison
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Sports Comparison
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Travel Comparison
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Landscape Comparison
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Vlogging Comparison
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Fujifilm XP70 vs Olympus SZ-15 Specifications
Fujifilm FinePix XP70 | Olympus SZ-15 | |
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General Information | ||
Manufacturer | FujiFilm | Olympus |
Model | Fujifilm FinePix XP70 | Olympus SZ-15 |
Class | Waterproof | Small Sensor Superzoom |
Launched | 2014-01-06 | 2013-06-21 |
Body design | Compact | Compact |
Sensor Information | ||
Sensor type | CMOS | CCD |
Sensor size | 1/2.3" | 1/2.3" |
Sensor dimensions | 6.17 x 4.55mm | 6.17 x 4.55mm |
Sensor area | 28.1mm² | 28.1mm² |
Sensor resolution | 16 megapixel | 16 megapixel |
Anti aliasing filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 1:1, 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 | 1:1, 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 |
Max resolution | 4608 x 3456 | 4608 x 3456 |
Max native ISO | 6400 | 3200 |
Min native ISO | 100 | 100 |
RAW images | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Manual focus | ||
Autofocus touch | ||
Continuous autofocus | ||
Single autofocus | ||
Autofocus tracking | ||
Selective autofocus | ||
Autofocus center weighted | ||
Autofocus multi area | ||
Autofocus live view | ||
Face detect autofocus | ||
Contract detect autofocus | ||
Phase detect autofocus | ||
Cross focus points | - | - |
Lens | ||
Lens mount | fixed lens | fixed lens |
Lens focal range | 28-140mm (5.0x) | 23-483mm (21.0x) |
Maximum aperture | f/3.9-4.9 | f/2.8-5.9 |
Macro focus range | 9cm | 5cm |
Focal length multiplier | 5.8 | 5.8 |
Screen | ||
Range of display | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
Display sizing | 2.7" | 3" |
Resolution of display | 460k dot | 460k dot |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch display | ||
Display technology | - | LCD |
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder | None | None |
Features | ||
Min shutter speed | 4s | 8s |
Max shutter speed | 1/2000s | 1/2000s |
Continuous shutter speed | 10.0 frames/s | 10.0 frames/s |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Expose Manually | ||
Exposure compensation | - | Yes |
Set white balance | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Integrated flash | ||
Flash range | 3.10 m | 3.50 m |
Flash options | Auto, forced flash, flash off, slow synchro | Auto, On, Off, Red-Eye, Fill-in, Slow Sync |
Hot shoe | ||
AE bracketing | ||
White balance bracketing | ||
Exposure | ||
Multisegment exposure | ||
Average exposure | ||
Spot exposure | ||
Partial exposure | ||
AF area exposure | ||
Center weighted exposure | ||
Video features | ||
Video resolutions | 1920 x 1080 (30p/60p), 1280 x 720 (60p), 640 x 480 (30p) | 1920 x 1080 (30fps), 1280 x 720 (30 fps), 640 x 480 (30 fps), 480fps (176 x 128), 240fps (384 x 288) |
Max video resolution | 1920x1080 | 1920x1080 |
Video file format | H.264 | AVI MPEG4, Motion JPEG |
Mic jack | ||
Headphone jack | ||
Connectivity | ||
Wireless | Built-In | Built-In |
Bluetooth | ||
NFC | ||
HDMI | ||
USB | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) |
GPS | Optional | BuiltIn |
Physical | ||
Environmental seal | ||
Water proof | ||
Dust proof | ||
Shock proof | ||
Crush proof | ||
Freeze proof | ||
Weight | 179g (0.39 pounds) | 250g (0.55 pounds) |
Dimensions | 104 x 67 x 26mm (4.1" x 2.6" x 1.0") | 108 x 70 x 40mm (4.3" x 2.8" x 1.6") |
DXO scores | ||
DXO Overall score | not tested | not tested |
DXO Color Depth score | not tested | not tested |
DXO Dynamic range score | not tested | not tested |
DXO Low light score | not tested | not tested |
Other | ||
Battery life | 210 shots | - |
Battery form | Battery Pack | - |
Battery model | NP-45S | SLB-10A |
Self timer | Yes | Yes (2 or 10 sec, Double) |
Time lapse recording | ||
Type of storage | SC/SDHC/SDXC, Internal | SD/SDHC/SDXC |
Storage slots | One | One |
Retail cost | $199 | $200 |