Canon SX220 HS vs Olympus SZ-15

Here is a complete analysis of the Canon SX220 HS versus Olympus SZ-15, both Small Sensor Superzoom digital cameras by brands Canon and Olympus. There is a significant difference between the image resolutions of the SX220 HS (12MP) and SZ-15 (16MP) but both cameras boast the same sensor size (1/2.3").

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The SX220 HS was launched 3 years earlier than the SZ-15 and that is quite a sizable gap as far as tech is concerned. Both the cameras have the same body design (Compact).

Before delving into a detailed comparison, here is a short overview of how the SX220 HS scores versus the SZ-15 for portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

This is a preview of the gallery photos for Canon SX220 HS and Olympus SZ-15. The complete galleries are available at Canon SX220 HS Gallery and Olympus SZ-15 Gallery.

For anybody who is looking to carry your camera, you will need to take into account its weight and measurements. The Canon SX220 HS provides outer dimensions of 106mm x 59mm x 33mm (4.2" x 2.3" x 1.3") accompanied by a weight of n/a grams (0.00 lbs) and the Olympus SZ-15 has proportions of 108mm x 70mm x 40mm (4.3" x 2.8" x 1.6") along with a weight of 250 grams (0.55 lbs).

Contrast the Canon SX220 HS versus Olympus SZ-15 in the latest Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Take into account, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will differ dependant on the lens you have at the time. Below is a front view proportions comparison of the SX220 HS versus the SZ-15.

Factoring in size and weight, the portability grade of the SX220 HS and SZ-15 is 96 and 88 respectively.

Generally, its tough to imagine the contrast between sensor sizing just by reading specifications. The visual underneath will offer you a more clear sense of the sensor dimensions in the SX220 HS and SZ-15.

To sum up, each of these cameras have the same sensor dimensions albeit different megapixels. You should count on the Olympus SZ-15 to offer greater detail utilizing its extra 4 Megapixels. Higher resolution can also help you crop pictures a bit more aggressively. The older SX220 HS is going to be disadvantaged when it comes to sensor technology.