Fujifilm X-S1 vs Olympus E-3

Following is a in-depth review of the Fujifilm X-S1 vs Olympus E-3, one is a Small Sensor Superzoom and the latter is a Advanced DSLR by manufacturers FujiFilm and Olympus. The image resolution of the Fujifilm X-S1 (12MP) and the E-3 (10MP) is relatively close but the Fujifilm X-S1 (2/3") and E-3 (Four Thirds) have totally different sensor sizes.

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The Fujifilm X-S1 was manufactured 3 years after the E-3 which is a fairly sizable gap as far as camera technology is concerned. Each of these cameras have different body design with the Fujifilm X-S1 being a SLR-like (bridge) camera and the Olympus E-3 being a Mid-size SLR camera.

Before delving right into a thorough comparison, here is a quick introduction of how the Fujifilm X-S1 matches up vs the E-3 for portability, imaging, features and an overall score.

Here is a preview of the gallery photos for Fujifilm X-S1 and Olympus E-3. The entire galleries are provided at Fujifilm X-S1 Gallery and Olympus E-3 Gallery.

For anybody who is intending to carry around your camera frequently, you are going to need to factor its weight and dimensions. The Fujifilm X-S1 has outside measurements of 135mm x 107mm x 149mm (5.3" x 4.2" x 5.9") along with a weight of 920 grams (2.03 lbs) whilst the Olympus E-3 has dimensions of 142mm x 116mm x 75mm (5.6" x 4.6" x 3.0") accompanied by a weight of 890 grams (1.96 lbs).

Compare the Fujifilm X-S1 vs Olympus E-3 in the new Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Remember, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will differ dependant on the lens you have chosen at that moment. Below is a front view over all size comparison of the Fujifilm X-S1 against the E-3.

Taking into consideration dimensions and weight, the portability score of the Fujifilm X-S1 and E-3 is 52 and 56 respectively.

Normally, it's hard to visualise the gap in sensor sizes only by viewing technical specs. The picture underneath may provide you a more clear sense of the sensor sizing in the Fujifilm X-S1 and E-3.

As you can tell, both the cameras provide different resolutions and different sensor sizes. The Fujifilm X-S1 featuring a smaller sensor will make shooting shallow depth of field more difficult and the Fujifilm X-S1 will render greater detail due to its extra 2 Megapixels. Higher resolution can also let you crop shots more aggressively. The more recent Fujifilm X-S1 is going to have an advantage with regard to sensor innovation.