Fujifilm XP90 vs Olympus SZ-16 iHS

Its time to look much closer at the Fujifilm XP90 vs Olympus SZ-16 iHS, one is a Waterproof and the other is a Small Sensor Superzoom by brands FujiFilm and Olympus. The resolution of the Fujifilm XP90 (16MP) and the SZ-16 iHS (16MP) is very well matched and they enjoy the exact same sensor measurements (1/2.3").

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The Fujifilm XP90 was released 3 years after the SZ-16 iHS which is quite a sizable gap as far as tech is concerned. Each of these cameras come with the identical body type (Compact).

Before delving in to a step-by-step comparison, below is a short highlight of how the Fujifilm XP90 grades versus the SZ-16 iHS when it comes to portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.

Following is a sample of the gallery pics for Fujifilm XP90 and Olympus SZ-16 iHS. The complete galleries are provided at Fujifilm XP90 Gallery and Olympus SZ-16 iHS Gallery.

For anybody who is intending to travel with your camera regularly, you'll need to consider its weight and dimensions. The Fujifilm XP90 enjoys outside measurements of 110mm x 71mm x 28mm (4.3" x 2.8" x 1.1") accompanied by a weight of 203 grams (0.45 lbs) and the Olympus SZ-16 iHS has dimensions of 108mm x 70mm x 40mm (4.3" x 2.8" x 1.6") along with a weight of 226 grams (0.50 lbs).

Check the Fujifilm XP90 vs Olympus SZ-16 iHS in the all new Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Take into account, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will vary depending on the lens you are working with at the time. The following is the front view scale comparison of the Fujifilm XP90 and the SZ-16 iHS.

Looking at size and weight, the portability score of the Fujifilm XP90 and SZ-16 iHS is 91 and 89 respectively.

Generally, it is tough to visualise the difference between sensor dimensions only by looking at a spec sheet. The pic here should give you a better sense of the sensor sizing in the Fujifilm XP90 and SZ-16 iHS.

Clearly, the 2 cameras have got the exact same sensor measurements and the same exact MP therefore you should expect similar quality of photographs though you have to consider the production date of the products into consideration. The fresher Fujifilm XP90 is going to have an advantage when it comes to sensor innovation.