Fujifilm XF1 vs Olympus TG-810

On this page, we will be looking at the Fujifilm XF1 versus Olympus TG-810, former being a Small Sensor Compact while the latter is a Waterproof by rivals FujiFilm and Olympus. The resolution of the Fujifilm XF1 (12MP) and the TG-810 (14MP) is pretty close but the Fujifilm XF1 (2/3") and TG-810 (1/2.3") boast different sensor sizes.

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The Fujifilm XF1 was launched 14 months later than the TG-810 which makes them a generation apart from each other. Both of the cameras have the same body design (Compact).

Before delving right into a comprehensive comparison, here is a short synopsis of how the Fujifilm XF1 scores against the TG-810 with regard to portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

The following is a preview of the gallery images for Fujifilm XF1 & Olympus TG-810. The complete galleries are viewable at Fujifilm XF1 Gallery & Olympus TG-810 Gallery.

For those who are looking to carry your camera regularly, you have to take into account its weight and proportions. The Fujifilm XF1 has external measurements of 108mm x 62mm x 33mm (4.3" x 2.4" x 1.3") accompanied by a weight of 255 grams (0.56 lbs) and the Olympus TG-810 has measurements of 100mm x 65mm x 26mm (3.9" x 2.6" x 1.0") having a weight of 215 grams (0.47 lbs).

Analyze the Fujifilm XF1 versus Olympus TG-810 in our completely new Camera plus Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Remember, the weight of an ILC will differ depending on the lens you are working with at that moment. The following is a front view physical size comparison of the Fujifilm XF1 versus the TG-810.

Taking into account size and weight, the portability rating of the Fujifilm XF1 and TG-810 is 90 and 92 respectively.

Often, it can be hard to imagine the difference in sensor sizing merely by looking through specifications. The graphic underneath may give you a far better sense of the sensor measurements in the Fujifilm XF1 and TG-810.

To sum up, both cameras provide different megapixel count and different sensor sizing. The Fujifilm XF1 due to its bigger sensor is going to make achieving shallower DOF less difficult and the Olympus TG-810 will provide you with greater detail utilizing its extra 2 Megapixels. Higher resolution can also help you crop photographs more aggressively. The more recent Fujifilm XF1 should have an advantage in sensor technology.