Canon SX1 IS vs Olympus SZ-15

On this page, we will be reviewing the Canon SX1 IS vs Olympus SZ-15, both Small Sensor Superzoom cameras by rivals Canon and Olympus. There is a big difference among the image resolutions of the SX1 IS (10MP) and SZ-15 (16MP) but both cameras have the same sensor measurements (1/2.3").

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The SX1 IS was revealed 5 years before the SZ-15 which is a fairly big gap as far as camera tech is concerned. Each of the cameras have different body design with the Canon SX1 IS being a SLR-like (bridge) camera and the Olympus SZ-15 being a Compact camera.

Before going right into a detailed comparison, here is a short summary of how the SX1 IS grades against the SZ-15 when it comes to portability, imaging, features and an overall score.

The following is a preview of the gallery photos for Canon PowerShot SX1 IS and Olympus SZ-15. The full galleries are available at Canon SX1 IS Gallery and Olympus SZ-15 Gallery.

For anyone who is planning to carry around your camera, you'll need to factor in its weight and dimensions. The Canon SX1 IS has got outside measurements of 128mm x 88mm x 88mm (5.0" x 3.5" x 3.5") accompanied by a weight of 615 grams (1.36 lbs) and the Olympus SZ-15 has dimensions of 108mm x 70mm x 40mm (4.3" x 2.8" x 1.6") accompanied by a weight of 250 grams (0.55 lbs).

See the Canon SX1 IS vs Olympus SZ-15 in the latest Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Remember that, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will change dependant on the lens you are working with at the time. Here is a front view dimensions comparison of the SX1 IS vs the SZ-15.

Considering size and weight, the portability rating of the SX1 IS and SZ-15 is 64 and 88 respectively.

In many cases, it can be tough to envision the contrast in sensor sizes simply by looking through specifications. The pic here should give you a greater sense of the sensor measurements in the SX1 IS and SZ-15.

Plainly, both cameras have the same sensor dimensions albeit not the same megapixels. You should count on the Olympus SZ-15 to result in greater detail because of its extra 6MP. Higher resolution can also help you crop shots a bit more aggressively. The more aged SX1 IS will be disadvantaged when it comes to sensor innovation.