Olympus SZ-15 vs Olympus SZ-16 iHS
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Olympus SZ-15 vs Olympus SZ-16 iHS Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 16MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 3" Fixed Display
- ISO 100 - 3200
- Optical Image Stabilization
- 1920 x 1080 video
- 23-483mm (F2.8-5.9) lens
- 250g - 108 x 70 x 40mm
- Launched June 2013
(Full Review)
- 16MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 3" Fixed Screen
- ISO 80 - 6400
- Sensor-shift Image Stabilization
- 1280 x 720 video
- 25-600mm (F3.0-6.9) lens
- 226g - 108 x 70 x 40mm
- Announced January 2013
Olympus SZ-15 vs Olympus SZ-16 iHS Overview
Here, we will be comparing the Olympus SZ-15 versus Olympus SZ-16 iHS, both Small Sensor Superzoom cameras and they are both sold by Olympus. The image resolution of the SZ-15 (16MP) and the SZ-16 iHS (16MP) is relatively close and both cameras offer the identical sensor measurements (1/2.3").
Photobucket discusses licensing 13 billion images with AI firmsThe SZ-15 was unveiled 6 months later than the SZ-16 iHS which means that they are both of a similar age. Both of these cameras feature the same body design (Compact).
Before going right into a comprehensive comparison, here is a concise introduction of how the SZ-15 grades vs the SZ-16 iHS for portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.
Olympus SZ-15 vs Olympus SZ-16 iHS Gallery
Here is a preview of the gallery photos for Olympus SZ-15 & Olympus SZ-16 iHS. The full galleries are provided at Olympus SZ-15 Gallery & Olympus SZ-16 iHS Gallery.
Reasons to pick Olympus SZ-15 over the Olympus SZ-16 iHS
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Manually focus | More accurate focus |
Reasons to pick Olympus SZ-16 iHS over the Olympus SZ-15
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Common features in the Olympus SZ-15 and Olympus SZ-16 iHS
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Announced | June 2013 | January 2013 | Same age | |
Screen type | Fixed | Fixed | Fixed screen | |
Screen size | 3" | 3" | Same screen measurements | |
Screen resolution | 460k | 460k | Identical screen resolution | |
Selfie screen | Lacking selfie screen | |||
Touch screen | Lacking Touch screen |
Olympus SZ-15 vs Olympus SZ-16 iHS Physical Comparison
For anybody who is planning to carry your camera frequently, you'll have to think about its weight and measurements. The Olympus SZ-15 features outer measurements of 108mm x 70mm x 40mm (4.3" x 2.8" x 1.6") accompanied by a weight of 250 grams (0.55 lbs) whilst the Olympus SZ-16 iHS has proportions of 108mm x 70mm x 40mm (4.3" x 2.8" x 1.6") along with a weight of 226 grams (0.50 lbs).
Look at the Olympus SZ-15 versus Olympus SZ-16 iHS in our completely new Camera plus Lens Size Comparison Tool.Don't forget, the weight of an ILC will differ based on the lens you are using at the time. Underneath is a front view overall size comparison of the SZ-15 against the SZ-16 iHS.
Taking into consideration dimensions and weight, the portability rating of the SZ-15 and SZ-16 iHS is 88 and 89 respectively.
Olympus SZ-15 vs Olympus SZ-16 iHS Sensor Comparison
Normally, it's hard to envision the difference in sensor sizing only by viewing technical specs. The graphic underneath might offer you a much better sense of the sensor sizing in the SZ-15 and SZ-16 iHS.
As you can tell, both the cameras come with the identical sensor size and the same MP therefore you can expect comparable quality of files although you may want to take the age of the cameras into account.
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Olympus SZ-15 vs Olympus SZ-16 iHS Specifications
Olympus SZ-15 | Olympus SZ-16 iHS | |
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General Information | ||
Brand | Olympus | Olympus |
Model type | Olympus SZ-15 | Olympus SZ-16 iHS |
Category | Small Sensor Superzoom | Small Sensor Superzoom |
Launched | 2013-06-21 | 2013-01-08 |
Body design | Compact | Compact |
Sensor Information | ||
Sensor type | CCD | CMOS |
Sensor size | 1/2.3" | 1/2.3" |
Sensor dimensions | 6.17 x 4.55mm | 6.17 x 4.55mm |
Sensor area | 28.1mm² | 28.1mm² |
Sensor resolution | 16 megapixel | 16 megapixel |
Anti alias filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 1:1, 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 | - |
Peak resolution | 4608 x 3456 | 4608 x 3456 |
Highest native ISO | 3200 | 6400 |
Min native ISO | 100 | 80 |
RAW format | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Focus manually | ||
Touch focus | ||
Autofocus continuous | ||
Single autofocus | ||
Autofocus tracking | ||
Autofocus selectice | ||
Center weighted autofocus | ||
Multi area autofocus | ||
Live view autofocus | ||
Face detect focus | ||
Contract detect focus | ||
Phase detect focus | ||
Cross type focus points | - | - |
Lens | ||
Lens mount type | fixed lens | fixed lens |
Lens zoom range | 23-483mm (21.0x) | 25-600mm (24.0x) |
Max aperture | f/2.8-5.9 | f/3.0-6.9 |
Macro focusing distance | 5cm | - |
Crop factor | 5.8 | 5.8 |
Screen | ||
Range of display | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
Display diagonal | 3 inches | 3 inches |
Resolution of display | 460k dot | 460k dot |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch display | ||
Display technology | LCD | TFT Color LCD |
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder | None | None |
Features | ||
Minimum shutter speed | 8 secs | 4 secs |
Fastest shutter speed | 1/2000 secs | 1/2000 secs |
Continuous shutter speed | 10.0 frames/s | 2.0 frames/s |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Manual exposure | ||
Exposure compensation | Yes | - |
Custom white balance | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Integrated flash | ||
Flash distance | 3.50 m | - |
Flash options | Auto, On, Off, Red-Eye, Fill-in, Slow Sync | Auto, On, Off, Red-Eye, Fill-in |
Hot shoe | ||
AE bracketing | ||
White balance bracketing | ||
Exposure | ||
Multisegment metering | ||
Average metering | ||
Spot metering | ||
Partial metering | ||
AF area metering | ||
Center weighted metering | ||
Video features | ||
Video resolutions | 1920 x 1080 (30fps), 1280 x 720 (30 fps), 640 x 480 (30 fps), 480fps (176 x 128), 240fps (384 x 288) | 1280 x 720 (30 fps), 640 x 480 (30 fps), 320 x 180 (30fps) |
Highest video resolution | 1920x1080 | 1280x720 |
Video file format | AVI MPEG4, Motion JPEG | MPEG-4, H.264 |
Mic input | ||
Headphone input | ||
Connectivity | ||
Wireless | Built-In | None |
Bluetooth | ||
NFC | ||
HDMI | ||
USB | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) |
GPS | BuiltIn | None |
Physical | ||
Environment seal | ||
Water proofing | ||
Dust proofing | ||
Shock proofing | ||
Crush proofing | ||
Freeze proofing | ||
Weight | 250 gr (0.55 pounds) | 226 gr (0.50 pounds) |
Physical dimensions | 108 x 70 x 40mm (4.3" x 2.8" x 1.6") | 108 x 70 x 40mm (4.3" x 2.8" x 1.6") |
DXO scores | ||
DXO Overall rating | not tested | not tested |
DXO Color Depth rating | not tested | not tested |
DXO Dynamic range rating | not tested | not tested |
DXO Low light rating | not tested | not tested |
Other | ||
Battery life | - | 220 shots |
Battery format | - | Battery Pack |
Battery ID | SLB-10A | LI-50B |
Self timer | Yes (2 or 10 sec, Double) | Yes (2 or 12 sec, pet auto shutter) |
Time lapse recording | ||
Type of storage | SD/SDHC/SDXC | SD/SDHC/SDXC |
Storage slots | 1 | 1 |
Retail price | $200 | $230 |