Fujifilm X10 vs Olympus SZ-15

In this article, we are comparing the Fujifilm X10 versus Olympus SZ-15, former is a Small Sensor Compact while the other is a Small Sensor Superzoom by manufacturers FujiFilm and Olympus. There exists a sizable gap among the image resolutions of the Fujifilm X10 (12MP) and SZ-15 (16MP) and the Fujifilm X10 (2/3") and SZ-15 (1/2.3") use totally different sensor dimensions.

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The Fujifilm X10 was revealed 11 months earlier than the SZ-15 so they are of a similar age. The two cameras offer the identical body type (Compact).

Before we go straight into a in depth comparison, below is a short summation of how the Fujifilm X10 matches up against the SZ-15 for portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.

Below is a sample of the gallery pics for Fujifilm X10 & Olympus SZ-15. The full galleries are viewable at Fujifilm X10 Gallery & Olympus SZ-15 Gallery.

For anyone who is intending to travel with your camera frequently, you will need to factor in its weight and proportions. The Fujifilm X10 has outer measurements of 117mm x 70mm x 57mm (4.6" x 2.8" x 2.2") accompanied by a weight of 350 grams (0.77 lbs) whilst the Olympus SZ-15 has measurements of 108mm x 70mm x 40mm (4.3" x 2.8" x 1.6") accompanied by a weight of 250 grams (0.55 lbs).

Look at the Fujifilm X10 versus Olympus SZ-15 in our brand new Camera plus Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Remember, the weight of an ILC will vary based on the lens you choose at that moment. The following is the front view over all size comparison of the Fujifilm X10 versus the SZ-15.

Taking into account dimensions and weight, the portability grade of the Fujifilm X10 and SZ-15 is 83 and 88 respectively.

Sometimes, it is very hard to visualise the contrast in sensor dimensions merely by seeing specs. The pic here may provide you a more clear sense of the sensor sizing in the Fujifilm X10 and SZ-15.

As you can plainly see, both the cameras offer different megapixel count and different sensor dimensions. The Fujifilm X10 having a larger sensor will make achieving shallow DOF easier and the Olympus SZ-15 will show more detail because of its extra 4MP. Greater resolution will allow you to crop pics a little more aggressively. The more aged Fujifilm X10 will be disadvantaged when it comes to sensor innovation.