Fujifilm X20 vs Olympus SP-610UZ

Below, we are matching up the Fujifilm X20 and Olympus SP-610UZ, one being a Small Sensor Compact and the other is a Small Sensor Superzoom by brands FujiFilm and Olympus. The image resolution of the Fujifilm X20 (12MP) and the SP-610UZ (14MP) is very close but the Fujifilm X20 (2/3") and SP-610UZ (1/2.3") possess totally different sensor sizes.

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The Fujifilm X20 was brought out 2 years later than the SP-610UZ and that is a fairly serious gap as far as camera tech is concerned. Each of the cameras come with the identical body type (Compact).

Before going in to a more detailed comparison, below is a concise overview of how the Fujifilm X20 grades against the SP-610UZ in relation to portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.

This is a sample of the gallery pics for Fujifilm X20 and Olympus SP-610UZ. The entire galleries are provided at Fujifilm X20 Gallery and Olympus SP-610UZ Gallery.

For anyone who is intending to lug around your camera regularly, you should take into account its weight and dimensions. The Fujifilm X20 provides external measurements of 117mm x 70mm x 57mm (4.6" x 2.8" x 2.2") and a weight of 353 grams (0.78 lbs) whilst the Olympus SP-610UZ has dimensions of 107mm x 73mm x 73mm (4.2" x 2.9" x 2.9") accompanied by a weight of 405 grams (0.89 lbs).

Contrast the Fujifilm X20 and Olympus SP-610UZ in the latest Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Remember, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will change dependant on the lens you select at that time. Following is the front view sizing comparison of the Fujifilm X20 versus the SP-610UZ.

Using size and weight, the portability score of the Fujifilm X20 and SP-610UZ is 83 and 79 respectively.

Usually, it can be tough to envision the difference in sensor measurements just by researching a spec sheet. The photograph here might give you a stronger sense of the sensor measurements in the Fujifilm X20 and SP-610UZ.

Clearly, each of the cameras have got different megapixels and different sensor measurements. The Fujifilm X20 due to its larger sensor will make achieving shallow depth of field less difficult and the Olympus SP-610UZ will result in more detail having its extra 2MP. Greater resolution will let you crop pics much more aggressively. The younger Fujifilm X20 will have a benefit with regard to sensor innovation.