Olympus SH-50 vs Olympus SZ-12

Here, we will be analyzing the Olympus SH-50 vs Olympus SZ-12, both Small Sensor Superzoom digital cameras and both are built by Olympus. The image resolution of the SH-50 (16MP) and the SZ-12 (14MP) is relatively similar and both cameras offer the identical sensor sizing (1/2.3").

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The SH-50 was unveiled 13 months after the SZ-12 which makes them a generation away from one another. Each of the cameras feature the same body design (Compact).

Before we go into a detailed comparison, here is a short summary of how the SH-50 scores vs the SZ-12 with respect to portability, imaging, features and an overall score.

Here is a preview of the gallery photos for Olympus SH-50 and Olympus SZ-12. The full galleries are available at Olympus SH-50 Gallery and Olympus SZ-12 Gallery.

When you are aiming to carry around your camera often, you will have to factor in its weight and volume. The Olympus SH-50 comes with exterior measurements of 112mm x 63mm x 42mm (4.4" x 2.5" x 1.7") and a weight of 269 grams (0.59 lbs) while the Olympus SZ-12 has sizing of 106mm x 69mm x 40mm (4.2" x 2.7" x 1.6") and a weight of 226 grams (0.50 lbs).

Contrast the Olympus SH-50 vs Olympus SZ-12 in the all new Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Always remember, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will change depending on the lens you are employing at that time. Here is a front view overall size comparison of the SH-50 and the SZ-12.

Considering dimensions and weight, the portability rating of the SH-50 and SZ-12 is 88 and 89 respectively.

More often than not, it is very difficult to imagine the difference between sensor sizes merely by reading a spec sheet. The picture underneath will provide you a far better sense of the sensor sizing in the SH-50 and SZ-12.

As you can see, both the cameras come with the identical sensor size albeit different MP. You should count on the Olympus SH-50 to offer extra detail having an extra 2MP. Higher resolution will also allow you to crop pictures a good deal more aggressively. The more recent SH-50 should have an advantage with regard to sensor tech.