Fujifilm S9900w vs Olympus SZ-16 iHS
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Fujifilm S9900w vs Olympus SZ-16 iHS Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 16MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 3" Fixed Display
- ISO 100 - 12800
- Optical Image Stabilization
- 1920 x 1080 video
- 24-1200mm (F2.9-6.5) lens
- 670g - 123 x 87 x 116mm
- Introduced January 2015
(Full Review)
- 16MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 3" Fixed Screen
- ISO 80 - 6400
- Sensor-shift Image Stabilization
- 1280 x 720 video
- 25-600mm (F3.0-6.9) lens
- 226g - 108 x 70 x 40mm
- Announced January 2013

Fujifilm S9900w vs Olympus SZ-16 iHS Overview
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").

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.

Fujifilm S9900w vs Olympus SZ-16 iHS Gallery
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.
Reasons to pick Fujifilm S9900w over the Olympus SZ-16 iHS
Fujifilm S9900w | SZ-16 iHS | |||
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Announced | January 2015 | ![]() | January 2013 | Newer by 25 months |
Manually focus | ![]() | Dial exact focusing | ||
Selfie screen | ![]() | Easy selfies |
Reasons to pick Olympus SZ-16 iHS over the Fujifilm S9900w
SZ-16 iHS | Fujifilm S9900w |
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Common features in the Fujifilm S9900w and Olympus SZ-16 iHS
Fujifilm S9900w | SZ-16 iHS | |||
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Screen type | Fixed | ![]() | Fixed | Fixed screen |
Screen sizing | 3" | ![]() | 3" | Equivalent screen dimensions |
Screen resolution | 460k | ![]() | 460k | The same screen resolution |
Touch screen | ![]() | No Touch screen |
Fujifilm S9900w vs Olympus SZ-16 iHS Physical Comparison
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).
Compare the Fujifilm S9900w vs Olympus SZ-16 iHS in our brand new Camera plus Lens Size Comparison Tool.
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.

Fujifilm S9900w vs Olympus SZ-16 iHS Sensor Comparison
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.

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Fujifilm S9900w vs Olympus SZ-16 iHS Specifications
Fujifilm S9900w | Olympus SZ-16 iHS | |
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General Information | ||
Make | FujiFilm | Olympus |
Model type | Fujifilm S9900w | Olympus SZ-16 iHS |
Category | Small Sensor Superzoom | Small Sensor Superzoom |
Introduced | 2015-01-14 | 2013-01-08 |
Body design | SLR-like (bridge) | Compact |
Sensor Information | ||
Sensor type | CMOS | CMOS |
Sensor size | 1/2.3" | 1/2.3" |
Sensor dimensions | 6.17 x 4.55mm | 6.17 x 4.55mm |
Sensor area | 28.1mm² | 28.1mm² |
Sensor resolution | 16MP | 16MP |
Anti alias filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 1:1, 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 | - |
Maximum resolution | 4608 x 3456 | 4608 x 3456 |
Maximum native ISO | 12800 | 6400 |
Lowest native ISO | 100 | 80 |
RAW support | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Focus manually | ||
AF touch | ||
AF continuous | ||
AF single | ||
AF tracking | ||
Selective AF | ||
AF center weighted | ||
Multi area AF | ||
AF live view | ||
Face detect AF | ||
Contract detect AF | ||
Phase detect AF | ||
Cross type focus points | - | - |
Lens | ||
Lens support | fixed lens | fixed lens |
Lens zoom range | 24-1200mm (50.0x) | 25-600mm (24.0x) |
Max aperture | f/2.9-6.5 | f/3.0-6.9 |
Macro focusing distance | 7cm | - |
Focal length multiplier | 5.8 | 5.8 |
Screen | ||
Range of display | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
Display size | 3 inches | 3 inches |
Resolution of display | 460 thousand dot | 460 thousand dot |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch screen | ||
Display technology | - | TFT Color LCD |
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder | Electronic | None |
Viewfinder resolution | 920 thousand dot | - |
Viewfinder coverage | 97% | - |
Features | ||
Slowest shutter speed | 8s | 4s |
Maximum shutter speed | 1/1700s | 1/2000s |
Continuous shooting speed | 10.0fps | 2.0fps |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Manually set exposure | ||
Exposure compensation | Yes | - |
Set WB | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Built-in flash | ||
Flash distance | 7.00 m (with Auto ISO) | - |
Flash settings | Auto, flash on, flash off, slow synchro | Auto, On, Off, Red-Eye, Fill-in |
Hot shoe | ||
Auto exposure bracketing | ||
WB bracketing | ||
Exposure | ||
Multisegment metering | ||
Average metering | ||
Spot metering | ||
Partial metering | ||
AF area metering | ||
Center weighted metering | ||
Video features | ||
Video resolutions | 1920 x 1080 (6oi), 1280 x 720 (60p), 640 x 480 (30p) | 1280 x 720 (30 fps), 640 x 480 (30 fps), 320 x 180 (30fps) |
Maximum video resolution | 1920x1080 | 1280x720 |
Video data format | H.264 | MPEG-4, H.264 |
Mic input | ||
Headphone input | ||
Connectivity | ||
Wireless | Built-In | None |
Bluetooth | ||
NFC | ||
HDMI | ||
USB | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) |
GPS | None | None |
Physical | ||
Environmental seal | ||
Water proofing | ||
Dust proofing | ||
Shock proofing | ||
Crush proofing | ||
Freeze proofing | ||
Weight | 670g (1.48 lb) | 226g (0.50 lb) |
Dimensions | 123 x 87 x 116mm (4.8" x 3.4" x 4.6") | 108 x 70 x 40mm (4.3" x 2.8" x 1.6") |
DXO scores | ||
DXO All around rating | not tested | not tested |
DXO Color Depth rating | not tested | not tested |
DXO Dynamic range rating | not tested | not tested |
DXO Low light rating | not tested | not tested |
Other | ||
Battery life | 300 shots | 220 shots |
Type of battery | Battery Pack | Battery Pack |
Battery ID | 4 x AA | LI-50B |
Self timer | Yes (2 or 10 sec) | Yes (2 or 12 sec, pet auto shutter) |
Time lapse shooting | ||
Type of storage | SD/SDHC/SDXC, Internal | SD/SDHC/SDXC |
Storage slots | Single | Single |
Retail cost | $719 | $230 |