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Fujifilm S9900w vs Olympus SP-100

Portability
61
Imaging
41
Features
51
Overall
45
Fujifilm S9900w front
 
Olympus Stylus SP-100 front
Portability
63
Imaging
40
Features
48
Overall
43

Fujifilm S9900w vs Olympus SP-100 Key Specs

Fujifilm S9900w
(Full Review)
  • 16MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
  • 3" Fixed Screen
  • ISO 100 - 12800
  • Optical Image Stabilization
  • 1920 x 1080 video
  • 24-1200mm (F2.9-6.5) lens
  • 670g - 123 x 87 x 116mm
  • Launched January 2015
Olympus SP-100
(Full Review)
  • 16MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
  • 3" Fixed Display
  • ISO 125 - 6400 (Boost to 12800)
  • Optical Image Stabilization
  • 1920 x 1080 video
  • 24-1200mm (F2.9-6.5) lens
  • 594g - 122 x 91 x 133mm
  • Introduced January 2014
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Fujifilm S9900w vs Olympus SP-100 Overview

In this article, we are analyzing the Fujifilm S9900w vs Olympus SP-100, both Small Sensor Superzoom cameras by brands FujiFilm and Olympus. The sensor resolution of the Fujifilm S9900w (16MP) and the SP-100 (16MP) is very close and they come with the same exact sensor dimensions (1/2.3").

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The Fujifilm S9900w was revealed 12 months later than the SP-100 so they are both of a similar age. Both of the cameras offer the identical body type (SLR-like (bridge)).

Before getting through a in-depth comparison, below is a simple view of how the Fujifilm S9900w grades vs the SP-100 for portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.

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Reasons to pick Fujifilm S9900w over the Olympus SP-100

 Fujifilm S9900w SP-100 
IntroducedJanuary 2015January 2014More recent by 12 months
Selfie screen Easy selfies

Reasons to pick Olympus SP-100 over the Fujifilm S9900w

 SP-100 Fujifilm S9900w 

Common features in the Fujifilm S9900w and Olympus SP-100

 Fujifilm S9900w SP-100 
Focus manually Dial precise focus
Display typeFixed Fixed Fixed display
Display sizing3"3"Equivalent display sizing
Display resolution460k460kEqual display resolution
Touch display Neither comes with Touch display

Fujifilm S9900w vs Olympus SP-100 Physical Comparison

When you are planning to lug around your camera frequently, you should factor in its weight and size. The Fujifilm S9900w comes with exterior dimensions of 123mm x 87mm x 116mm (4.8" x 3.4" x 4.6") having a weight of 670 grams (1.48 lbs) and the Olympus SP-100 has specifications of 122mm x 91mm x 133mm (4.8" x 3.6" x 5.2") accompanied by a weight of 594 grams (1.31 lbs).

Compare the Fujifilm S9900w vs Olympus SP-100 in our newest Camera & Lens Size Comparison Tool. Camera Size Comparison with Lenses

Bear in mind, the weight of an ILC will vary depending on the lens you have chosen at that moment. Following is the front view measurements comparison of the Fujifilm S9900w versus the SP-100.

Fujifilm S9900w vs Olympus SP-100 size comparison

Using size and weight, the portability rating of the Fujifilm S9900w and SP-100 is 61 and 63 respectively.

Fujifilm S9900w vs Olympus SP-100 top view buttons comparison

Fujifilm S9900w vs Olympus SP-100 Sensor Comparison

Generally, it can be tough to visualise the contrast in sensor measurements purely by looking through specifications. The graphic below should give you a better sense of the sensor dimensions in the Fujifilm S9900w and SP-100.

Plainly, each of the cameras enjoy the same exact sensor sizing and the same exact resolution so you can expect comparable quality of photographs although you have to factor the launch date of the cameras into account. The more modern Fujifilm S9900w is going to have a benefit when it comes to sensor innovation.

Fujifilm S9900w vs Olympus SP-100 sensor size comparison

Fujifilm S9900w vs Olympus SP-100 Screen and ViewFinder

Fujifilm S9900w vs Olympus SP-100 Screen and Viewfinder comparison
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Photography Type Scores

Portrait Comparison

Fujifilm S9900w Portrait photography highlights
Olympus SP-100 Portrait photography highlights
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has manual focus
good MP (16 megapixels)
supports face detect focusing
cannot use external flash
very small sensor size (1/2.3")
has no RAW format
44
manual focus
megapixel count decent (16MP)
includes face detect focus
cannot use external flash
sensor size is tiny (1/2.3")
no RAW files
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Street Comparison

Fujifilm S9900w as a Street photography camera
Olympus SP-100 as a Street photography camera
41
image stabilization (Optical)
no articulating screen
very small sensor size (1/2.3")
has no RAW format
more heavy than others in class (670g)
42
has image stabilization (Optical)
no moving screen
sensor size is tiny (1/2.3")
no RAW files
more heavy than competition (594g)
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Sports Comparison

Fujifilm S9900w Sports photography info
Olympus SP-100 Sports photography info
53
long zoom range (24-1200mm 50.0 x zoom)
image stabilization (Optical)
good MP (16 megapixels)
supports tracking focus
very small sensor size (1/2.3")
has no phase detect AF
53
great zoom range (24-1200mm 50.0 x zoom)
has image stabilization (Optical)
megapixel count decent (16MP)
includes tracking focus
sensor size is tiny (1/2.3")
no phase detect auto focus
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Travel Comparison

Fujifilm S9900w as a Travel photography camera
Olympus SP-100 as a Travel photography camera
61
good MP (16MP)
built-in flash
selfie friendly display
relatively wide (24mm)
very long reach (1200mm)
more heavy than others in class (670g)
sluggish max aperture (f2.9)
53
megapixel count decent (16MP)
has built in flash
rather wide (24mm)
great zoom (1200mm)
no Timelapse recording
more heavy than competition (594g)
screen isn't selfie friendly
sluggish max aperture (f2.9)
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Landscape Comparison

Fujifilm S9900w Landscape photography details
Olympus SP-100 Landscape photography details
50
has manual focus
relatively wide (24mm)
screen size is good (3 inch)
image stabilization (Optical)
good MP (16 megapixels)
lens is fixed (fixed lens mount)
sluggish max aperture (f2.9)
very small sensor size (1/2.3")
has no RAW format
47
manual focus
rather wide (24mm)
nice screen size (3 inch)
has image stabilization (Optical)
megapixel count decent (16MP)
fixed lens (fixed lens mount)
sluggish max aperture (f2.9)
sensor size is tiny (1/2.3")
no RAW files
no Timelapse recording
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Vlogging Comparison

Fujifilm S9900w Vlogging features
Olympus SP-100 Vlogging features
57
relatively wide (24mm)
selfie friendly display
image stabilization (Optical)
supports face detect focusing
high quality video (1920 x 1080 resolution)
sluggish max aperture (f2.9)
lack of microphone port
more heavy than others in class (670 grams)
29
rather wide (24mm)
has image stabilization (Optical)
includes face detect focus
video res high (1920 x 1080 pxls)
comes with microphone port
sluggish max aperture (f2.9)
screen isn't selfie friendly
more heavy than competition (594g)
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Fujifilm S9900w vs Olympus SP-100 Specifications

Detailed spec comparison table for Fujifilm S9900w and Olympus SP-100
 Fujifilm S9900wOlympus Stylus SP-100
General Information
Brand Name FujiFilm Olympus
Model Fujifilm S9900w Olympus Stylus SP-100
Category Small Sensor Superzoom Small Sensor Superzoom
Launched 2015-01-14 2014-01-29
Body design SLR-like (bridge) SLR-like (bridge)
Sensor Information
Sensor type CMOS BSI-CMOS
Sensor size 1/2.3" 1/2.3"
Sensor measurements 6.17 x 4.55mm 6.17 x 4.55mm
Sensor area 28.1mm² 28.1mm²
Sensor resolution 16 megapixels 16 megapixels
Anti aliasing filter
Aspect ratio 1:1, 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 4:3
Highest Possible resolution 4608 x 3456 4608 x 3456
Maximum native ISO 12800 6400
Maximum enhanced ISO - 12800
Minimum native ISO 100 125
RAW files
Autofocusing
Manual focus
Autofocus touch
Autofocus continuous
Autofocus single
Autofocus tracking
Selective autofocus
Autofocus center weighted
Multi area autofocus
Autofocus live view
Face detection focus
Contract detection focus
Phase detection focus
Cross focus points - -
Lens
Lens mounting type fixed lens fixed lens
Lens focal range 24-1200mm (50.0x) 24-1200mm (50.0x)
Max aperture f/2.9-6.5 f/2.9-6.5
Macro focus range 7cm 1cm
Focal length multiplier 5.8 5.8
Screen
Screen type Fixed Type Fixed Type
Screen size 3 inches 3 inches
Resolution of screen 460 thousand dot 460 thousand dot
Selfie friendly
Liveview
Touch operation
Screen tech - TFT LCD
Viewfinder Information
Viewfinder Electronic Electronic
Viewfinder resolution 920 thousand dot 920 thousand dot
Viewfinder coverage 97% -
Features
Minimum shutter speed 8s 30s
Fastest shutter speed 1/1700s 1/1700s
Continuous shutter speed 10.0 frames per sec 7.0 frames per sec
Shutter priority
Aperture priority
Manual exposure
Exposure compensation Yes Yes
Change white balance
Image stabilization
Inbuilt flash
Flash range 7.00 m (with Auto ISO) -
Flash options Auto, flash on, flash off, slow synchro Auto, Red Eye Reduction, Fill-in, Off
External flash
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) 1920 x 1080 (60p, 30p), 1280 x 720 (60p), 640 x 480 (30 fps)
Maximum video resolution 1920x1080 1920x1080
Video format H.264 H.264
Microphone jack
Headphone jack
Connectivity
Wireless Built-In Optional
Bluetooth
NFC
HDMI
USB USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec)
GPS None None
Physical
Environmental seal
Water proof
Dust proof
Shock proof
Crush proof
Freeze proof
Weight 670g (1.48 lb) 594g (1.31 lb)
Dimensions 123 x 87 x 116mm (4.8" x 3.4" x 4.6") 122 x 91 x 133mm (4.8" x 3.6" x 5.2")
DXO scores
DXO Overall score not tested not tested
DXO Color Depth score not tested not tested
DXO Dynamic range score not tested not tested
DXO Low light score not tested not tested
Other
Battery life 300 shots 330 shots
Battery form Battery Pack Battery Pack
Battery model 4 x AA LI-92B
Self timer Yes (2 or 10 sec) Yes (2 or 12 secs, custom)
Time lapse shooting
Type of storage SD/SDHC/SDXC, Internal SD/SDHC/SDXC, internal
Storage slots One One
Launch price $719 $400