Fujifilm Z37 vs Olympus 8000

Its time to look a bit more closely at the Fujifilm Z37 versus Olympus 8000, both Small Sensor Compact digital cameras by brands FujiFilm and Olympus. The resolution of the Fujifilm Z37 (10MP) and the 8000 (12MP) is pretty similar and they feature the exact same sensor dimensions (1/2.3").

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The Fujifilm Z37 was introduced at a similar time to the 8000 which means that they are both of a similar age. Both cameras come with the identical body type (Compact).

Before delving through a thorough comparison, below is a simple introduction of how the Fujifilm Z37 scores vs the 8000 in the way of portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

Below is a preview of the gallery images for Fujifilm FinePix Z37 & Olympus Stylus Tough 8000. The whole galleries are available at Fujifilm Z37 Gallery & Olympus 8000 Gallery.

If you're planning to carry your camera regularly, you're going to have to think about its weight and measurements. The Fujifilm Z37 features outside dimensions of 90mm x 58mm x 24mm (3.5" x 2.3" x 0.9") having a weight of 125 grams (0.28 lbs) and the Olympus 8000 has proportions of 95mm x 62mm x 22mm (3.7" x 2.4" x 0.9") with a weight of 182 grams (0.40 lbs).

Examine the Fujifilm Z37 versus Olympus 8000 in our newest Camera plus Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Take into account, the weight of an ILC will change based on the lens you are employing at that moment. Here is the front view dimension comparison of the Fujifilm Z37 versus the 8000.

Factoring in size and weight, the portability grade of the Fujifilm Z37 and 8000 is 95 and 94 respectively.

In many cases, it is difficult to visualize the gap between sensor sizing merely by going over specs. The graphic below will help provide you a better sense of the sensor dimensions in the Fujifilm Z37 and 8000.

As you can plainly see, each of the cameras posses the exact same sensor measurements albeit different MP. You can expect the Olympus 8000 to deliver extra detail using its extra 2MP. Higher resolution can also let you crop shots somewhat more aggressively.