Fujifilm X-S1 vs Olympus SP-610UZ

Lets examine more in depth at the Fujifilm X-S1 versus Olympus SP-610UZ, both Small Sensor Superzoom cameras by brands FujiFilm and Olympus. The sensor resolution of the Fujifilm X-S1 (12MP) and the SP-610UZ (14MP) is very close but the Fujifilm X-S1 (2/3") and SP-610UZ (1/2.3") possess totally different sensor measurements.

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The Fujifilm X-S1 was released 11 months after the SP-610UZ so they are of a similar generation. Each of these cameras offer different body type with the Fujifilm X-S1 being a SLR-like (bridge) camera and the Olympus SP-610UZ being a Compact camera.

Before delving in to a thorough comparison, below is a simple view of how the Fujifilm X-S1 matches up versus the SP-610UZ with regard to portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.

Following is a sample of the gallery pics for Fujifilm X-S1 and Olympus SP-610UZ. The complete galleries are viewable at Fujifilm X-S1 Gallery and Olympus SP-610UZ Gallery.

For anybody who is going to travel with your camera often, you need to consider its weight and dimensions. The Fujifilm X-S1 comes with physical measurements of 135mm x 107mm x 149mm (5.3" x 4.2" x 5.9") accompanied by a weight of 920 grams (2.03 lbs) whilst the Olympus SP-610UZ has dimensions of 107mm x 73mm x 73mm (4.2" x 2.9" x 2.9") with a weight of 405 grams (0.89 lbs).

Check out the Fujifilm X-S1 versus Olympus SP-610UZ in the new Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Always remember, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will vary depending on the lens you are employing at that moment. The following is the front view dimensions comparison of the Fujifilm X-S1 and the SP-610UZ.

Considering size and weight, the portability score of the Fujifilm X-S1 and SP-610UZ is 52 and 79 respectively.

Often, it's tough to see the contrast in sensor dimensions purely by viewing specs. The pic underneath should provide you a more clear sense of the sensor sizing in the Fujifilm X-S1 and SP-610UZ.

All in all, both of those cameras enjoy different megapixel count and different sensor dimensions. The Fujifilm X-S1 due to its larger sensor will make achieving shallower depth of field less difficult and the Olympus SP-610UZ will render greater detail as a result of its extra 2MP. Greater resolution will let you crop photos far more aggressively. The fresher Fujifilm X-S1 is going to have an edge in sensor tech.