Fujifilm XP90 vs Olympus SZ-12

Here, we will be analyzing the Fujifilm XP90 versus Olympus SZ-12, former being a Waterproof while the latter is a Small Sensor Superzoom by manufacturers FujiFilm and Olympus. The sensor resolution of the Fujifilm XP90 (16MP) and the SZ-12 (14MP) is pretty comparable and both cameras provide the identical sensor sizes (1/2.3").

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The Fujifilm XP90 was unveiled 4 years later than the SZ-12 and that is a fairly large difference as far as camera tech is concerned. Both cameras feature the same body design (Compact).

Before going right into a thorough comparison, here is a short view of how the Fujifilm XP90 scores versus the SZ-12 in the way of portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.

Below is a preview of the gallery images for Fujifilm XP90 & Olympus SZ-12. The full galleries are available at Fujifilm XP90 Gallery & Olympus SZ-12 Gallery.

For anybody who is looking to lug around your camera frequently, you will need to factor its weight and dimensions. The Fujifilm XP90 provides outside dimensions of 110mm x 71mm x 28mm (4.3" x 2.8" x 1.1") having a weight of 203 grams (0.45 lbs) while the Olympus SZ-12 has dimensions of 106mm x 69mm x 40mm (4.2" x 2.7" x 1.6") with a weight of 226 grams (0.50 lbs).

Examine the Fujifilm XP90 versus Olympus SZ-12 in our completely new Camera plus Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Keep in mind, the weight of an ILC will vary based on the lens you are employing at the time. Underneath is a front view sizing comparison of the Fujifilm XP90 against the SZ-12.

Taking into account size and weight, the portability score of the Fujifilm XP90 and SZ-12 is 91 and 89 respectively.

Often, it is tough to see the gap in sensor measurements simply by seeing specs. The visual below might provide you a much better sense of the sensor sizes in the Fujifilm XP90 and SZ-12.

All in all, both cameras feature the identical sensor size albeit not the same MP. You can expect the Fujifilm XP90 to provide extra detail having an extra 2 Megapixels. Higher resolution will also make it easier to crop pictures way more aggressively. The newer Fujifilm XP90 is going to have an advantage when it comes to sensor tech.