Kodak Easyshare M5370 vs Olympus SZ-15

Here is a extended analysis of the Kodak Easyshare M5370 vs Olympus SZ-15, one being a Small Sensor Compact and the latter is a Small Sensor Superzoom by competitors Kodak and Olympus. The image resolution of the Easyshare M5370 (16MP) and the SZ-15 (16MP) is pretty close and both cameras offer the same sensor sizes (1/2.3").

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The Easyshare M5370 was released 21 months before the SZ-15 which makes them a generation apart from one another. Each of the cameras have the same body design (Compact).

Before delving straight to a complete comparison, here is a brief overview of how the Easyshare M5370 matches up versus the SZ-15 with respect to portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

This is a preview of the gallery images for Kodak Easyshare M5370 and Olympus SZ-15. The complete galleries are viewable at Kodak Easyshare M5370 Gallery and Olympus SZ-15 Gallery.

If you are going to carry your camera often, you should factor in its weight and proportions. The Kodak Easyshare M5370 offers outer measurements of 101mm x 58mm x 19mm (4.0" x 2.3" x 0.7") having a weight of 150 grams (0.33 lbs) while the Olympus SZ-15 has measurements of 108mm x 70mm x 40mm (4.3" x 2.8" x 1.6") having a weight of 250 grams (0.55 lbs).

Compare the Kodak Easyshare M5370 vs Olympus SZ-15 in the new Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Don't forget, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will change dependant on the lens you use during that time. Below is a front view dimensions comparison of the Easyshare M5370 against the SZ-15.

Factoring in dimensions and weight, the portability rating of the Easyshare M5370 and SZ-15 is 95 and 88 respectively.

Normally, it is difficult to envision the contrast in sensor sizing just by looking through technical specs. The visual here might offer you a greater sense of the sensor sizing in the Easyshare M5370 and SZ-15.

As you have seen, both the cameras have the same sensor dimensions and the same MP so you should expect comparable quality of images though you will want to consider the release date of the cameras into account. The older Easyshare M5370 will be behind in sensor innovation.