Olympus SZ-10 vs Olympus 1s

Here, we are analyzing the Olympus SZ-10 and Olympus 1s, both Small Sensor Superzoom cameras and both are created by Olympus. The resolution of the SZ-10 (14MP) and the 1s (12MP) is fairly close but the SZ-10 (1/2.3") and 1s (1/1.7") posses totally different sensor measurements.

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The SZ-10 was introduced 5 years prior to the 1s and that is a fairly sizable difference as far as camera tech is concerned. Both the cameras feature different body design with the Olympus SZ-10 being a Compact camera and the Olympus 1s being a SLR-like (bridge) camera.

Before diving straight to a detailed comparison, here is a simple synopsis of how the SZ-10 matches up versus the 1s in relation to portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

The following is a sample of the gallery pictures for Olympus SZ-10 & Olympus Stylus 1s. The whole galleries are viewable at Olympus SZ-10 Gallery & Olympus 1s Gallery.

For those who are intending to carry your camera frequently, you're going to have to consider its weight and size. The Olympus SZ-10 enjoys outer dimensions of 106mm x 67mm x 38mm (4.2" x 2.6" x 1.5") along with a weight of 215 grams (0.47 lbs) whilst the Olympus 1s has specifications of 116mm x 87mm x 57mm (4.6" x 3.4" x 2.2") along with a weight of 402 grams (0.89 lbs).

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Do not forget, the weight of an ILC will change depending on the lens you select during that time. The following is a front view dimension comparison of the SZ-10 versus the 1s.

Considering size and weight, the portability grade of the SZ-10 and 1s is 90 and 79 respectively.

Usually, it can be tough to envision the contrast in sensor sizing just by looking through specifications. The visual underneath might offer you a more clear sense of the sensor sizes in the SZ-10 and 1s.

To sum up, each of the cameras come with different megapixels and different sensor sizing. The SZ-10 using its smaller sensor will make achieving shallower depth of field harder and the Olympus SZ-10 will render extra detail using its extra 2 Megapixels. Greater resolution can also allow you to crop photos a good deal more aggressively. The older SZ-10 will be behind when it comes to sensor tech.