Fujifilm Z35 vs Olympus SZ-16 iHS

On this page, we are matching up the Fujifilm Z35 versus Olympus SZ-16 iHS, one is a Small Sensor Compact and the other is a Small Sensor Superzoom by competitors FujiFilm and Olympus. There is a big difference between the sensor resolutions of the Fujifilm Z35 (10MP) and SZ-16 iHS (16MP) but both cameras boast the same sensor sizing (1/2.3").

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The Fujifilm Z35 was revealed 4 years earlier than the SZ-16 iHS which is quite a big gap as far as tech is concerned. Both of the cameras have the same body design (Compact).

Before diving into a step-by-step comparison, here is a simple introduction of how the Fujifilm Z35 scores vs the SZ-16 iHS when it comes to portability, imaging, features and an overall score.

Following is a sample of the gallery pictures for Fujifilm FinePix Z35 and Olympus SZ-16 iHS. The full galleries are available at Fujifilm Z35 Gallery and Olympus SZ-16 iHS Gallery.

In case you're aiming to carry around your camera often, you will need to take into account its weight and proportions. The Fujifilm Z35 enjoys exterior dimensions of 90mm x 58mm x 24mm (3.5" x 2.3" x 0.9") with a weight of 125 grams (0.28 lbs) and the Olympus SZ-16 iHS has measurements of 108mm x 70mm x 40mm (4.3" x 2.8" x 1.6") accompanied by a weight of 226 grams (0.50 lbs).

Examine the Fujifilm Z35 versus Olympus SZ-16 iHS in the latest Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Do not forget, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will differ based on the lens you have at that moment. Underneath is a front view sizing comparison of the Fujifilm Z35 against the SZ-16 iHS.

Looking at size and weight, the portability grade of the Fujifilm Z35 and SZ-16 iHS is 95 and 89 respectively.

Usually, it is very difficult to visualize the gap between sensor sizes simply by checking technical specs. The pic below will provide you a more clear sense of the sensor sizes in the Fujifilm Z35 and SZ-16 iHS.

As you can tell, both of these cameras provide the same sensor dimensions but different resolution. You should anticipate the Olympus SZ-16 iHS to give greater detail because of its extra 6MP. Greater resolution will also enable you to crop photos more aggressively. The more aged Fujifilm Z35 is going to be behind when it comes to sensor technology.