Canon SD1200 IS vs Olympus SZ-15

Below, we are comparing the Canon SD1200 IS and Olympus SZ-15, one is a Small Sensor Compact and the other is a Small Sensor Superzoom by rivals Canon and Olympus. There exists a big gap between the sensor resolutions of the SD1200 IS (10MP) and SZ-15 (16MP) but they feature the exact same sensor sizes (1/2.3").

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The SD1200 IS was manufactured 5 years prior to the SZ-15 which is quite a big gap as far as technology is concerned. The two cameras come with the identical body type (Compact).

Before getting in to a comprehensive comparison, below is a simple summary of how the SD1200 IS grades versus the SZ-15 in the way of portability, imaging, features and an overall score.

Below is a sample of the gallery pictures for Canon PowerShot SD1200 IS and Olympus SZ-15. The entire galleries are available at Canon SD1200 IS Gallery and Olympus SZ-15 Gallery.

If you're planning to carry around your camera, you'll need to consider its weight and measurements. The Canon SD1200 IS enjoys external measurements of 86mm x 55mm x 22mm (3.4" x 2.2" x 0.9") along with a weight of 160 grams (0.35 lbs) and the Olympus SZ-15 has proportions of 108mm x 70mm x 40mm (4.3" x 2.8" x 1.6") and a weight of 250 grams (0.55 lbs).

Contrast the Canon SD1200 IS and Olympus SZ-15 in the latest Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Do not forget, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will vary based on the lens you choose at the time. Here is the front view overall size comparison of the SD1200 IS vs the SZ-15.

Taking into consideration dimensions and weight, the portability score of the SD1200 IS and SZ-15 is 95 and 88 respectively.

Quite often, its tough to see the contrast between sensor sizes simply by checking technical specs. The image here might provide you a stronger sense of the sensor sizing in the SD1200 IS and SZ-15.

As you have seen, both of these cameras have got the exact same sensor measurements but not the same megapixels. You should anticipate the Olympus SZ-15 to give greater detail due to its extra 6MP. Greater resolution will also let you crop photos much more aggressively. The more aged SD1200 IS is going to be disadvantaged with regard to sensor technology.