Fujifilm S9900w vs Olympus SZ-16 iHS

In this write-up, we will be comparing the Fujifilm S9900w vs Olympus SZ-16 iHS, both Small Sensor Superzoom digital cameras by companies FujiFilm and Olympus. The image resolution of the Fujifilm S9900w (16MP) and the SZ-16 iHS (16MP) is pretty well matched and they come with the same exact sensor sizes (1/2.3").

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The Fujifilm S9900w was released 2 years after the SZ-16 iHS which is quite a big difference as far as technology is concerned. Both the cameras offer different body type with the Fujifilm S9900w being a SLR-like (bridge) camera and the Olympus SZ-16 iHS being a Compact camera.

Before going straight into a thorough comparison, below is a concise summation of how the Fujifilm S9900w matches up versus the SZ-16 iHS in regards to portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.

Below is a preview of the gallery images for Fujifilm S9900w & Olympus SZ-16 iHS. The complete galleries are available at Fujifilm S9900w Gallery & Olympus SZ-16 iHS Gallery.

In case you're aiming to travel with your camera frequently, you're going to have to factor its weight and measurements. The Fujifilm S9900w enjoys external dimensions of 123mm x 87mm x 116mm (4.8" x 3.4" x 4.6") accompanied by a weight of 670 grams (1.48 lbs) whilst the Olympus SZ-16 iHS has proportions of 108mm x 70mm x 40mm (4.3" x 2.8" x 1.6") having a weight of 226 grams (0.50 lbs).

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Always remember, the weight of an ILC will change dependant on the lens you are utilizing during that time. Underneath is the front view scale comparison of the Fujifilm S9900w and the SZ-16 iHS.

Looking at dimensions and weight, the portability score of the Fujifilm S9900w and SZ-16 iHS is 61 and 89 respectively.

Sometimes, it is hard to visualize the difference between sensor dimensions only by looking at specifications. The pic underneath might offer you a better sense of the sensor dimensions in the Fujifilm S9900w and SZ-16 iHS.

To sum up, each of these cameras enjoy the same exact sensor sizing and the same resolution so you can expect similar quality of images though you will need to consider the age of the products into consideration. The more recent Fujifilm S9900w should have a benefit when it comes to sensor innovation.