Olympus SZ-12 vs Samsung ST100

Below, we will be comparing the Olympus SZ-12 versus Samsung ST100, one being a Small Sensor Superzoom and the latter is a Ultracompact by companies Olympus and Samsung. The sensor resolution of the SZ-12 (14MP) and the ST100 (14MP) is relatively well matched and they enjoy the exact same sensor sizing (1/2.3").

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The SZ-12 was introduced 2 years later than the ST100 and that is quite a sizable gap as far as tech is concerned. Both cameras come with different body type with the Olympus SZ-12 being a Compact camera and the Samsung ST100 being a Ultracompact camera.

Before we go in to a full comparison, below is a quick view of how the SZ-12 scores against the ST100 for portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.

This is a preview of the gallery photos for Olympus SZ-12 and Samsung ST100. The whole galleries are provided at Olympus SZ-12 Gallery and Samsung ST100 Gallery.

For anybody who is looking to lug around your camera regularly, you're going to have to take into account its weight and dimensions. The Olympus SZ-12 provides outside dimensions of 106mm x 69mm x 40mm (4.2" x 2.7" x 1.6") accompanied by a weight of 226 grams (0.50 lbs) and the Samsung ST100 has dimensions of 100mm x 60mm x 20mm (3.9" x 2.4" x 0.8") having a weight of 155 grams (0.34 lbs).

Contrast the Olympus SZ-12 versus Samsung ST100 in the all new Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Take into account, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will vary depending on the lens you have chosen at the time. Underneath is the front view size comparison of the SZ-12 against the ST100.

Taking into consideration size and weight, the portability score of the SZ-12 and ST100 is 89 and 95 respectively.

Generally, it is very difficult to visualize the difference between sensor measurements only by checking specifications. The visual underneath should provide you a clearer sense of the sensor sizes in the SZ-12 and ST100.

To sum up, both the cameras have got the exact same sensor measurements and the same exact megapixels and you should expect similar quality of pictures but you should factor the release date of the products into consideration. The younger SZ-12 provides an edge when it comes to sensor innovation.