Canon SX70 HS vs Olympus SZ-15

In this write-up, we will be comparing the Canon SX70 HS and Olympus SZ-15, both Small Sensor Superzoom digital cameras by brands Canon and Olympus. There exists a crucial gap between the image resolutions of the SX70 HS (20MP) and SZ-15 (16MP) but they enjoy the same exact sensor measurements (1/2.3").

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The SX70 HS was unveiled 5 years later than the SZ-15 and that is quite a serious gap as far as technology is concerned. Both the cameras offer different body type with the Canon SX70 HS being a SLR-like (bridge) camera and the Olympus SZ-15 being a Compact camera.

Before we go straight into a in-depth comparison, below is a brief summation of how the SX70 HS matches up versus the SZ-15 in relation to portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

Following is a preview of the gallery images for Canon PowerShot SX70 HS and Olympus SZ-15. The full galleries are viewable at Canon SX70 HS Gallery and Olympus SZ-15 Gallery.

If you're intending to carry your camera often, you need to take into account its weight and dimensions. The Canon SX70 HS offers exterior dimensions of 127mm x 91mm x 117mm (5.0" x 3.6" x 4.6") along with a weight of 608 grams (1.34 lbs) while the Olympus SZ-15 has dimensions 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 SX70 HS and Olympus SZ-15 in the latest Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Take into account, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will change dependant on the lens you are utilizing during that time. The following is the front view sizing comparison of the SX70 HS and the SZ-15.

Using dimensions and weight, the portability score of the SX70 HS and SZ-15 is 63 and 88 respectively.

Typically, it's tough to imagine the contrast between sensor sizing only by checking a spec sheet. The photograph underneath will provide you a much better sense of the sensor sizes in the SX70 HS and SZ-15.

Clearly, both of those cameras enjoy the same exact sensor sizing albeit different megapixels. You should expect the Canon SX70 HS to resolve greater detail having an extra 4MP. Higher resolution will allow you to crop shots far more aggressively. The more recent SX70 HS provides an edge when it comes to sensor tech.