Fujifilm X-S1 vs Olympus E-30

The following is a extensive review of the Fujifilm X-S1 versus Olympus E-30, one is a Small Sensor Superzoom and the other is a Advanced DSLR by rivals FujiFilm and Olympus. The sensor resolution of the Fujifilm X-S1 (12MP) and the E-30 (12MP) is very close but the Fujifilm X-S1 (2/3") and E-30 (Four Thirds) have different sensor dimensions.

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The Fujifilm X-S1 was brought out 2 years after the E-30 which is a fairly sizable gap as far as camera tech is concerned. Both of the cameras feature different body design with the Fujifilm X-S1 being a SLR-like (bridge) camera and the Olympus E-30 being a Mid-size SLR camera.

Before going right into a full comparison, here is a short summary of how the Fujifilm X-S1 grades versus the E-30 for portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.

The following is a sample of the gallery pics for Fujifilm X-S1 and Olympus E-30. The entire galleries are viewable at Fujifilm X-S1 Gallery and Olympus E-30 Gallery.

If you are planning to travel with your camera, you'll have to think about its weight and size. The Fujifilm X-S1 has got exterior dimensions of 135mm x 107mm x 149mm (5.3" x 4.2" x 5.9") and a weight of 920 grams (2.03 lbs) while the Olympus E-30 has specifications of 142mm x 108mm x 75mm (5.6" x 4.3" x 3.0") accompanied by a weight of 695 grams (1.53 lbs).

Contrast the Fujifilm X-S1 versus Olympus E-30 in the latest Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Keep in mind, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will differ based on the lens you are working with at that moment. Here is a front view proportions comparison of the Fujifilm X-S1 vs the E-30.

Taking into consideration size and weight, the portability score of the Fujifilm X-S1 and E-30 is 52 and 60 respectively.

In many cases, it is very hard to picture the difference in sensor dimensions merely by looking through specifications. The pic underneath should provide you a better sense of the sensor sizes in the Fujifilm X-S1 and E-30.

Plainly, the 2 cameras feature the identical MP but different sensor dimensions. The Fujifilm X-S1 uses the smaller sensor which is going to make achieving shallow DOF tougher. The younger Fujifilm X-S1 should have a benefit in sensor tech.