Fujifilm XP70 vs Olympus SZ-16 iHS

Here is a extensive comparison of the Fujifilm XP70 and Olympus SZ-16 iHS, former being a Waterproof while the latter is a Small Sensor Superzoom by manufacturers FujiFilm and Olympus. The sensor resolution of the Fujifilm XP70 (16MP) and the SZ-16 iHS (16MP) is relatively similar and both cameras provide the identical sensor measurements (1/2.3").

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The Fujifilm XP70 was released 13 months later than the SZ-16 iHS which makes them a generation apart from each other. Both the cameras feature the same body design (Compact).

Before getting straight to a step-by-step comparison, here is a simple summary of how the Fujifilm XP70 scores against the SZ-16 iHS when considering portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

This is a preview of the gallery photos for Fujifilm FinePix XP70 & Olympus SZ-16 iHS. The complete galleries are provided at Fujifilm XP70 Gallery & Olympus SZ-16 iHS Gallery.

If you are looking to carry your camera, you should 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") along with a weight of 179 grams (0.39 lbs) and the Olympus SZ-16 iHS has sizing of 108mm x 70mm x 40mm (4.3" x 2.8" x 1.6") along with a weight of 226 grams (0.50 lbs).

Analyze the Fujifilm XP70 and Olympus SZ-16 iHS in our newest Camera plus Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Take into account, the weight of an ILC will change depending on the lens you are employing at that moment. The following is a front view measurements comparison of the Fujifilm XP70 compared to the SZ-16 iHS.

Taking into consideration size and weight, the portability grade of the Fujifilm XP70 and SZ-16 iHS is 93 and 89 respectively.

Oftentimes, its difficult to picture the contrast between sensor sizing just by reading technical specs. The photograph underneath will give you a greater sense of the sensor measurements in the Fujifilm XP70 and SZ-16 iHS.

As you can tell, each of these cameras come with the identical sensor size and the same exact MP therefore you can expect similar quality of images though you have to take the age of the products into consideration. The more modern Fujifilm XP70 should have an edge with regard to sensor tech.