Fujifilm Z37 vs Olympus SZ-15

Below, we will be matching up the Fujifilm Z37 and Olympus SZ-15, one is a Small Sensor Compact and the latter is a Small Sensor Superzoom by rivals FujiFilm and Olympus. There is a big difference among the sensor resolutions of the Fujifilm Z37 (10MP) and SZ-15 (16MP) but they possess the exact same sensor measurements (1/2.3").

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The Fujifilm Z37 was introduced 4 years earlier than the SZ-15 which is a fairly big gap as far as camera tech is concerned. Both cameras come with the identical body type (Compact).

Before going through a step-by-step comparison, below is a short view of how the Fujifilm Z37 matches up vs the SZ-15 with respect to portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.

This is a preview of the gallery photos for Fujifilm FinePix Z37 and Olympus SZ-15. The whole galleries are provided at Fujifilm Z37 Gallery and Olympus SZ-15 Gallery.

In case you're planning to travel with your camera frequently, you have to take into account its weight and size. The Fujifilm Z37 provides exterior dimensions of 90mm x 58mm x 24mm (3.5" x 2.3" x 0.9") and a weight of 125 grams (0.28 lbs) and the Olympus SZ-15 has specifications of 108mm x 70mm x 40mm (4.3" x 2.8" x 1.6") accompanied by a weight of 250 grams (0.55 lbs).

Contrast the Fujifilm Z37 and Olympus SZ-15 in the latest Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Do not forget, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will differ dependant on the lens you have at that time. Below is the front view sizing comparison of the Fujifilm Z37 against the SZ-15.

Looking at size and weight, the portability rating of the Fujifilm Z37 and SZ-15 is 95 and 88 respectively.

Generally, it is hard to visualise the difference in sensor dimensions merely by viewing technical specs. The pic here will help provide you a greater sense of the sensor sizes in the Fujifilm Z37 and SZ-15.

As you can tell, both the cameras have got the exact same sensor measurements albeit not the same megapixels. You should count on the Olympus SZ-15 to provide you with more detail using its extra 6MP. Higher resolution can also let you crop pictures much more aggressively. The more aged Fujifilm Z37 will be behind with regard to sensor technology.