Olympus SZ-12 vs Sony H70

Let's look more closely at the Olympus SZ-12 and Sony H70, one being a Small Sensor Superzoom and the latter is a Small Sensor Compact by competitors Olympus and Sony. The image resolution of the SZ-12 (14MP) and the H70 (16MP) is relatively similar and they enjoy the exact same sensor sizes (1/2.3").

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The SZ-12 was launched 13 months later than the H70 which makes the cameras a generation apart from each other. Both of these cameras come with the identical body type (Compact).

Before getting in to a more detailed comparison, below is a simple summation of how the SZ-12 scores versus the H70 in terms of portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

This is a preview of the gallery photos for Olympus SZ-12 and Sony Cyber-shot DSC-H70. The complete galleries are provided at Olympus SZ-12 Gallery and Sony H70 Gallery.

If you're intending to carry your camera regularly, you'll have to factor in its weight and size. The Olympus SZ-12 features exterior measurements of 106mm x 69mm x 40mm (4.2" x 2.7" x 1.6") along with a weight of 226 grams (0.50 lbs) while the Sony H70 has specifications of 102mm x 58mm x 29mm (4.0" x 2.3" x 1.1") accompanied by a weight of 194 grams (0.43 lbs).

Take a look at the Olympus SZ-12 and Sony H70 in the new Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Bear in mind, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will change dependant on the lens you have chosen during that time. Following is the front view proportions comparison of the SZ-12 vs the H70.

Taking into account size and weight, the portability rating of the SZ-12 and H70 is 89 and 93 respectively.

Oftentimes, it is hard to visualise the gap between sensor sizing only by reading specifications. The graphic below may offer you a clearer sense of the sensor measurements in the SZ-12 and H70.

To sum up, each of the cameras have got the exact same sensor measurements albeit not the same MP. You should count on the Sony H70 to offer greater detail utilizing its extra 2MP. Higher resolution will also let you crop photographs much more aggressively. The newer SZ-12 will have a benefit in sensor tech.