Olympus SZ-15 vs Olympus 7000

Here, we will be contrasting the Olympus SZ-15 versus Olympus 7000, former being a Small Sensor Superzoom while the latter is a Small Sensor Compact and they are both offered by Olympus. There is a considerable difference between the sensor resolutions of the SZ-15 (16MP) and 7000 (12MP) but both cameras have the identical sensor sizes (1/2.3").

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The SZ-15 was introduced 4 years later than the 7000 and that is quite a large difference as far as tech is concerned. The two cameras feature the same body design (Compact).

Before going straight to a step-by-step comparison, here is a short synopsis of how the SZ-15 matches up against the 7000 in the way of portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

This is a preview of the gallery images for Olympus SZ-15 & Olympus Stylus 7000. The whole galleries are viewable at Olympus SZ-15 Gallery & Olympus 7000 Gallery.

For anybody who is looking to carry your camera often, you'll have to take into account its weight and volume. The Olympus SZ-15 comes with outside measurements of 108mm x 70mm x 40mm (4.3" x 2.8" x 1.6") having a weight of 250 grams (0.55 lbs) while the Olympus 7000 has sizing of 96mm x 56mm x 25mm (3.8" x 2.2" x 1.0") accompanied by a weight of 172 grams (0.38 lbs).

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Remember that, the weight of an ILC will vary dependant on the lens you are working with at the time. Here is a front view dimensions comparison of the SZ-15 and the 7000.

Considering size and weight, the portability grade of the SZ-15 and 7000 is 88 and 94 respectively.

Usually, it is very difficult to see the difference between sensor sizing simply by reading specifications. The photograph here might give you a better sense of the sensor measurements in the SZ-15 and 7000.

Plainly, each of these cameras feature the identical sensor size albeit not the same MP. You can expect the Olympus SZ-15 to deliver greater detail using its extra 4MP. Higher resolution will also let you crop shots way more aggressively. The more modern SZ-15 will have an edge in sensor tech.