Fujifilm Z1000EXR vs Olympus VH-515

Below is a in-depth analysis of the Fujifilm Z1000EXR versus Olympus VH-515, both Small Sensor Compact digital cameras by rivals FujiFilm and Olympus. There exists a big gap between the image resolutions of the Fujifilm Z1000EXR (16MP) and VH-515 (12MP) and the Fujifilm Z1000EXR (1/2") and VH-515 (1/2.3") have totally different sensor sizes.

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The Fujifilm Z1000EXR was unveiled 7 months earlier than the VH-515 so they are both of a similar generation. Both cameras have the same body design (Compact).

Before getting straight to a step-by-step comparison, here is a short view of how the Fujifilm Z1000EXR grades against the VH-515 in relation to portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.

The following is a sample of the gallery pics for Fujifilm FinePix Z1000EXR and Olympus VH-515. The full galleries are available at Fujifilm Z1000EXR Gallery and Olympus VH-515 Gallery.

When you are looking to lug around your camera, you'll need to think about its weight and measurements. The Fujifilm Z1000EXR features outside measurements of 102mm x 60mm x 18mm (4.0" x 2.4" x 0.7") accompanied by a weight of 157 grams (0.35 lbs) whilst the Olympus VH-515 has proportions of 102mm x 60mm x 21mm (4.0" x 2.4" x 0.8") having a weight of 152 grams (0.34 lbs).

Contrast the Fujifilm Z1000EXR versus Olympus VH-515 in the new Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Do not forget, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will vary dependant on the lens you are utilising at that time. Following is a front view proportions comparison of the Fujifilm Z1000EXR versus the VH-515.

Taking into account dimensions and weight, the portability rating of the Fujifilm Z1000EXR and VH-515 is 95 and 95 respectively.

More often than not, it is tough to visualise the gap between sensor measurements purely by reading technical specs. The visual here might offer you a much better sense of the sensor sizing in the Fujifilm Z1000EXR and VH-515.

As you have seen, both the cameras have different resolutions and different sensor measurements. The Fujifilm Z1000EXR having a larger sensor will make shooting shallower DOF less difficult and the Fujifilm Z1000EXR will deliver greater detail having an extra 4MP. Greater resolution can also help you crop photos a bit more aggressively. The older Fujifilm Z1000EXR is going to be disadvantaged in sensor innovation.