Kodak Sport vs Olympus SZ-15
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![Kodak EasyShare Sport front Kodak EasyShare Sport front](https://pxlmag.com/db/images/cameras/gallery/medium/Kodak-EasyShare-Sport/Kodak-Sport-front.jpg)
![Olympus SZ-15 front Olympus SZ-15 front](https://pxlmag.com/db/images/cameras/gallery/medium/Olympus-SZ-15/Olympus-SZ-15-front.jpg)
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Kodak Sport vs Olympus SZ-15 Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 12MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 2.4" Fixed Display
- ISO 80 - 1250
- 640 x 480 video
- 35mm (F3.0) lens
- 175g - 147 x 58 x 23mm
- Announced January 2011
(Full Review)
- 16MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 3" Fixed Screen
- ISO 100 - 3200
- Optical Image Stabilization
- 1920 x 1080 video
- 23-483mm (F2.8-5.9) lens
- 250g - 108 x 70 x 40mm
- Released June 2013
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Kodak Sport vs Olympus SZ-15 Overview
Here is a extensive overview of the Kodak Sport and Olympus SZ-15, one being a Waterproof and the latter is a Small Sensor Superzoom by competitors Kodak and Olympus. There is a big difference among the sensor resolutions of the Sport (12MP) and SZ-15 (16MP) but both cameras offer the identical sensor sizing (1/2.3").
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The Sport was introduced 3 years before the SZ-15 and that is a fairly big gap as far as camera tech is concerned. Each of these cameras feature the same body design (Compact).
Before getting straight to a in-depth comparison, here is a brief summation of how the Sport grades against the SZ-15 in the way of portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.
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Kodak Sport vs Olympus SZ-15 Gallery
Below is a preview of the gallery photos for Kodak EasyShare Sport and Olympus SZ-15. The whole galleries are available at Kodak Sport Gallery and Olympus SZ-15 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Kodak Sport over the Olympus SZ-15
Sport | SZ-15 |
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Reasons to pick Olympus SZ-15 over the Kodak Sport
SZ-15 | Sport | |||
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Released | June 2013 | ![]() | January 2011 | Fresher by 29 months |
Manually focus | ![]() | Very accurate focus | ||
Screen size | 3" | ![]() | 2.4" | Bigger screen (+0.6") |
Screen resolution | 460k | ![]() | 112k | Clearer screen (+348k dot) |
Common features in the Kodak Sport and Olympus SZ-15
Sport | SZ-15 | |||
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Screen type | Fixed | ![]() | Fixed | Fixed screen |
Selfie screen | ![]() | Lacking selfie screen | ||
Touch screen | ![]() | Lacking Touch screen |
Kodak Sport vs Olympus SZ-15 Physical Comparison
For those who are planning to carry your camera often, you'll need to think about its weight and proportions. The Kodak Sport has got external dimensions of 147mm x 58mm x 23mm (5.8" x 2.3" x 0.9") and a weight of 175 grams (0.39 lbs) whilst the Olympus SZ-15 has measurements of 108mm x 70mm x 40mm (4.3" x 2.8" x 1.6") along with a weight of 250 grams (0.55 lbs).
Take a look at the Kodak Sport and Olympus SZ-15 in the latest Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.![Camera Size Comparison with Lenses Camera Size Comparison with Lenses](https://pxlmag.com/db/assets/camera-size-comparison-animation.gif)
Do not forget, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will vary depending on the lens you have at the time. Following is a front view dimensions comparison of the Sport against the SZ-15.
![Kodak Sport vs Olympus SZ-15 size comparison Kodak Sport vs Olympus SZ-15 size comparison](https://pxlmag.com/db/images/camera-compare/Kodak-EasyShare-Sport-vs-Olympus-SZ-15-size-comparison.jpg)
Taking into account size and weight, the portability score of the Sport and SZ-15 is 92 and 88 respectively.
![Kodak Sport vs Olympus SZ-15 top view buttons comparison Kodak Sport vs Olympus SZ-15 top view buttons comparison](https://pxlmag.com/db/images/camera-compare/Kodak-EasyShare-Sport-vs-Olympus-SZ-15-top-view-buttons-comparison.jpg)
Kodak Sport vs Olympus SZ-15 Sensor Comparison
Often, it can be difficult to imagine the gap in sensor sizing only by viewing technical specs. The graphic underneath might give you a better sense of the sensor sizes in the Sport and SZ-15.
As you have seen, each of the cameras feature the identical sensor size albeit different MP. You should count on the Olympus SZ-15 to provide you with greater detail using its extra 4MP. Higher resolution will also let you crop pictures way more aggressively. The older Sport will be disadvantaged when it comes to sensor technology.
![Kodak Sport vs Olympus SZ-15 sensor size comparison Kodak Sport vs Olympus SZ-15 sensor size comparison](https://pxlmag.com/db/images/sensor-compare/Kodak-EasyShare-Sport-vs-Olympus-SZ-15-sensor-size-comparison.png)
Kodak Sport vs Olympus SZ-15 Screen and ViewFinder
![Kodak Sport vs Olympus SZ-15 Screen and Viewfinder comparison Kodak Sport vs Olympus SZ-15 Screen and Viewfinder comparison](https://pxlmag.com/db/images/camera-compare/Kodak-EasyShare-Sport-vs-Olympus-SZ-15-screen-back-comparison.jpg)
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Photography Type Scores
Portrait Comparison
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Street Comparison
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Sports Comparison
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Travel Comparison
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Landscape Comparison
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Vlogging Comparison
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Kodak Sport vs Olympus SZ-15 Specifications
Kodak EasyShare Sport | Olympus SZ-15 | |
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General Information | ||
Manufacturer | Kodak | Olympus |
Model | Kodak EasyShare Sport | Olympus SZ-15 |
Category | Waterproof | Small Sensor Superzoom |
Announced | 2011-01-04 | 2013-06-21 |
Physical type | Compact | Compact |
Sensor Information | ||
Sensor type | CCD | CCD |
Sensor size | 1/2.3" | 1/2.3" |
Sensor measurements | 6.17 x 4.55mm | 6.17 x 4.55mm |
Sensor surface area | 28.1mm² | 28.1mm² |
Sensor resolution | 12MP | 16MP |
Anti aliasing filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 | 1:1, 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 |
Maximum resolution | 4000 x 3000 | 4608 x 3456 |
Maximum native ISO | 1250 | 3200 |
Min native ISO | 80 | 100 |
RAW pictures | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Focus manually | ||
Touch focus | ||
AF continuous | ||
AF single | ||
Tracking AF | ||
AF selectice | ||
Center weighted AF | ||
Multi area AF | ||
Live view AF | ||
Face detect AF | ||
Contract detect AF | ||
Phase detect AF | ||
Cross focus points | - | - |
Lens | ||
Lens mounting type | fixed lens | fixed lens |
Lens focal range | 35mm (1x) | 23-483mm (21.0x) |
Maximal aperture | f/3.0 | f/2.8-5.9 |
Macro focus distance | - | 5cm |
Crop factor | 5.8 | 5.8 |
Screen | ||
Type of display | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
Display sizing | 2.4 inch | 3 inch |
Display resolution | 112 thousand dots | 460 thousand dots |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch display | ||
Display tech | TFT color LCD | LCD |
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder | None | None |
Features | ||
Slowest shutter speed | 8 secs | 8 secs |
Maximum shutter speed | 1/1400 secs | 1/2000 secs |
Continuous shooting rate | - | 10.0 frames per second |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Manual mode | ||
Exposure compensation | - | Yes |
Set WB | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Built-in flash | ||
Flash range | 2.40 m (@ ISO 360) | 3.50 m |
Flash settings | Auto, On, Off, Red-Eye, Fill-in | Auto, On, Off, Red-Eye, Fill-in, Slow Sync |
Hot shoe | ||
AEB | ||
WB bracketing | ||
Exposure | ||
Multisegment exposure | ||
Average exposure | ||
Spot exposure | ||
Partial exposure | ||
AF area exposure | ||
Center weighted exposure | ||
Video features | ||
Supported video resolutions | 640 x 480 (30fps) | 1920 x 1080 (30fps), 1280 x 720 (30 fps), 640 x 480 (30 fps), 480fps (176 x 128), 240fps (384 x 288) |
Maximum video resolution | 640x480 | 1920x1080 |
Video format | Motion JPEG | AVI MPEG4, Motion JPEG |
Microphone port | ||
Headphone port | ||
Connectivity | ||
Wireless | None | Built-In |
Bluetooth | ||
NFC | ||
HDMI | ||
USB | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) |
GPS | None | BuiltIn |
Physical | ||
Environment sealing | ||
Water proof | ||
Dust proof | ||
Shock proof | ||
Crush proof | ||
Freeze proof | ||
Weight | 175 gr (0.39 lb) | 250 gr (0.55 lb) |
Physical dimensions | 147 x 58 x 23mm (5.8" x 2.3" x 0.9") | 108 x 70 x 40mm (4.3" x 2.8" x 1.6") |
DXO scores | ||
DXO All around score | not tested | not tested |
DXO Color Depth score | not tested | not tested |
DXO Dynamic range score | not tested | not tested |
DXO Low light score | not tested | not tested |
Other | ||
Battery model | 2 x AA | SLB-10A |
Self timer | Yes (2 or 10 sec) | Yes (2 or 10 sec, Double) |
Time lapse shooting | ||
Storage type | SD/SDHC card, Internal | SD/SDHC/SDXC |
Card slots | One | One |
Cost at launch | $155 | $200 |