Olympus SZ-12 vs Samsung WB210

Its time to look closer at the Olympus SZ-12 and Samsung WB210, both Small Sensor Superzoom digital cameras by rivals Olympus and Samsung. The image resolution of the SZ-12 (14MP) and the WB210 (14MP) is very similar and both cameras posses the identical sensor measurements (1/2.3").

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The SZ-12 was revealed 6 months later than the WB210 so they are both of a similar generation. Both of the cameras feature the same body design (Compact).

Before we go into a in depth comparison, here is a brief introduction of how the SZ-12 scores versus the WB210 when considering portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.

The following is a sample of the gallery pics for Olympus SZ-12 and Samsung WB210. The full galleries are available at Olympus SZ-12 Gallery and Samsung WB210 Gallery.

If you're intending to lug around your camera regularly, you'll need to consider its weight and dimensions. The Olympus SZ-12 has outer measurements of 106mm x 69mm x 40mm (4.2" x 2.7" x 1.6") with a weight of 226 grams (0.50 lbs) and the Samsung WB210 has dimensions of 101mm x 59mm x 22mm (4.0" x 2.3" x 0.9") with a weight of 174 grams (0.38 lbs).

Check the Olympus SZ-12 and Samsung WB210 in the new Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Remember that, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will differ depending on the lens you are using at the time. Below is a front view proportions comparison of the SZ-12 versus the WB210.

Taking into consideration size and weight, the portability rating of the SZ-12 and WB210 is 89 and 94 respectively.

Usually, it is hard to picture the difference between sensor measurements just by reviewing specs. The photograph here will offer you a far better sense of the sensor sizing in the SZ-12 and WB210.

As you can plainly see, both of these cameras come with the identical sensor size and the same exact resolution so you should expect similar quality of pictures although you may want to take the production date of the products into consideration.