Kodak M550 vs Olympus SZ-15

Here, we are comparing the Kodak M550 versus Olympus SZ-15, former being a Small Sensor Compact while the other is a Small Sensor Superzoom by brands Kodak and Olympus. There is a considerable difference between the sensor resolutions of the M550 (12MP) and SZ-15 (16MP) but both cameras provide the identical sensor sizing (1/2.3").

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The M550 was introduced 4 years before the SZ-15 and that is quite a large difference as far as tech is concerned. Each of the cameras feature the same body design (Compact).

Before going into a in depth comparison, here is a quick view of how the M550 matches up vs the SZ-15 when considering portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

The following is a sample of the gallery pictures for Kodak EasyShare M550 & Olympus SZ-15. The whole galleries are viewable at Kodak M550 Gallery & Olympus SZ-15 Gallery.

For anyone who is looking to carry your camera often, you're going to have to consider its weight and dimensions. The Kodak M550 features external dimensions of 98mm x 58mm x 23mm (3.9" x 2.3" x 0.9") having a weight of 125 grams (0.28 lbs) and 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).

Take a look at the Kodak M550 versus Olympus SZ-15 in our completely new Camera plus Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Remember that, the weight of an ILC will differ dependant on the lens you are utilising at that moment. Below is a front view dimension comparison of the M550 compared to the SZ-15.

Taking into account size and weight, the portability grade of the M550 and SZ-15 is 95 and 88 respectively.

In many cases, its hard to visualize the difference between sensor sizing just by looking at specs. The photograph underneath might give you a better sense of the sensor dimensions in the M550 and SZ-15.

All in all, both the cameras come with the identical sensor size but different MP. You can anticipate the Olympus SZ-15 to give you extra detail using its extra 4MP. Greater resolution can also help you crop photos a good deal more aggressively. The older M550 is going to be disadvantaged in sensor innovation.