Fujifilm XP80 vs Olympus SZ-15

On this page, we will be contrasting the Fujifilm XP80 and Olympus SZ-15, former being a Waterproof while the latter is a Small Sensor Superzoom by rivals FujiFilm and Olympus. The sensor resolution of the Fujifilm XP80 (16MP) and the SZ-15 (16MP) is pretty comparable and both cameras posses the same sensor measurements (1/2.3").

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The Fujifilm XP80 was revealed 20 months later than the SZ-15 which makes them a generation apart from each other. Both of these cameras have the same body design (Compact).

Before delving into a complete comparison, here is a quick highlight of how the Fujifilm XP80 grades vs the SZ-15 with respect to portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.

Here is a preview of the gallery images for Fujifilm XP80 & Olympus SZ-15. The full galleries are viewable at Fujifilm XP80 Gallery & Olympus SZ-15 Gallery.

For those who are aiming to lug around your camera often, you will have to consider its weight and volume. The Fujifilm XP80 has outer dimensions of 104mm x 67mm x 26mm (4.1" x 2.6" x 1.0") along with a weight of 179 grams (0.39 lbs) whilst the Olympus SZ-15 has sizing of 108mm x 70mm x 40mm (4.3" x 2.8" x 1.6") with a weight of 250 grams (0.55 lbs).

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Bear in mind, the weight of an ILC will vary dependant on the lens you are using during that time. Underneath is a front view size comparison of the Fujifilm XP80 and the SZ-15.

Factoring in size and weight, the portability score of the Fujifilm XP80 and SZ-15 is 93 and 88 respectively.

Oftentimes, its hard to see the contrast in sensor measurements purely by seeing technical specs. The graphic underneath will help provide you a more clear sense of the sensor dimensions in the Fujifilm XP80 and SZ-15.

As you can tell, the 2 cameras provide the same sensor dimensions and the same exact MP so you can expect comparable quality of images although you really should factor the age of the cameras into account. The more recent Fujifilm XP80 is going to have an advantage in sensor technology.