Fujifilm Z33WP vs Olympus SH-1

Let's look closer at the Fujifilm Z33WP vs Olympus SH-1, one being a Waterproof and the latter is a Small Sensor Superzoom by brands FujiFilm and Olympus. There is a big difference between the image resolutions of the Fujifilm Z33WP (10MP) and SH-1 (16MP) but both cameras have the same sensor dimensions (1/2.3").

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The Fujifilm Z33WP was revealed 5 years prior to the SH-1 and that is quite a big gap as far as tech is concerned. Each of the cameras have the same body design (Compact).

Before delving right into a in depth comparison, here is a simple highlight of how the Fujifilm Z33WP scores versus the SH-1 when considering portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.

Below is a preview of the gallery images for Fujifilm FinePix Z33WP and Olympus Stylus SH-1. The full galleries are viewable at Fujifilm Z33WP Gallery and Olympus SH-1 Gallery.

For anybody who is going to lug around your camera often, you will have to think about its weight and volume. The Fujifilm Z33WP provides exterior measurements of 92mm x 60mm x 21mm (3.6" x 2.4" x 0.8") and a weight of 110 grams (0.24 lbs) and the Olympus SH-1 has sizing of 109mm x 63mm x 42mm (4.3" x 2.5" x 1.7") having a weight of 271 grams (0.60 lbs).

Contrast the Fujifilm Z33WP vs Olympus SH-1 in the new Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Take into account, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will change depending on the lens you are using at the time. Below is a front view over all size comparison of the Fujifilm Z33WP compared to the SH-1.

Taking into account size and weight, the portability score of the Fujifilm Z33WP and SH-1 is 96 and 88 respectively.

Usually, it is hard to imagine the gap between sensor measurements purely by going over a spec sheet. The photograph underneath will help offer you a better sense of the sensor measurements in the Fujifilm Z33WP and SH-1.

As you can see, each of the cameras provide the same sensor dimensions albeit different resolution. You should expect the Olympus SH-1 to deliver extra detail because of its extra 6 Megapixels. Higher resolution can also allow you to crop shots more aggressively. The older Fujifilm Z33WP is going to be behind in sensor tech.