Nikon S570 vs Olympus SZ-15

Following is a complete analysis of the Nikon S570 and Olympus SZ-15, former is a Small Sensor Compact while the other is a Small Sensor Superzoom by rivals Nikon and Olympus. There is a considerable difference between the resolutions of the S570 (12MP) and SZ-15 (16MP) but both cameras have the identical sensor sizing (1/2.3").

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The S570 was launched 4 years before the SZ-15 which is quite a large difference as far as tech is concerned. Both cameras feature the same body design (Compact).

Before delving into a detailed comparison, here is a simple introduction of how the S570 grades against the SZ-15 in regards to portability, imaging, features and an overall score.

This is a sample of the gallery pics for Nikon Coolpix S570 & Olympus SZ-15. The complete galleries are available at Nikon S570 Gallery & Olympus SZ-15 Gallery.

If you're planning to carry around your camera regularly, you're going to have to factor in its weight and measurements. The Nikon S570 has outer measurements of 92mm x 57mm x 22mm (3.6" x 2.2" x 0.9") with a weight of 140 grams (0.31 lbs) while the Olympus SZ-15 has proportions of 108mm x 70mm x 40mm (4.3" x 2.8" x 1.6") with a weight of 250 grams (0.55 lbs).

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Remember, the weight of an ILC will change depending on the lens you use at that time. Following is a front view scale comparison of the S570 and the SZ-15.

Factoring in size and weight, the portability rating of the S570 and SZ-15 is 95 and 88 respectively.

Generally, it is hard to visualize the difference between sensor sizes just by reviewing technical specs. The picture below may offer you a far better sense of the sensor sizing in the S570 and SZ-15.

As you can tell, both of those cameras feature the identical sensor size but different resolution. You can expect to see the Olympus SZ-15 to offer you extra detail utilizing its extra 4MP. Greater resolution will let you crop photos way more aggressively. The more aged S570 is going to be disadvantaged when it comes to sensor tech.