Olympus SZ-15 vs Olympus 7010

Here is a detailed analysis of the Olympus SZ-15 versus Olympus 7010, one being a Small Sensor Superzoom and the latter is a Small Sensor Compact and both of them are built by Olympus. There is a huge difference among the sensor resolutions of the SZ-15 (16MP) and 7010 (12MP) but they possess the same exact sensor measurements (1/2.3").

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The SZ-15 was revealed 3 years later than the 7010 and that is a fairly significant gap as far as camera tech is concerned. Each of these cameras offer the identical body type (Compact).

Before going in to a detailed comparison, below is a simple overview of how the SZ-15 matches up against the 7010 for portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

The following is a preview of the gallery images for Olympus SZ-15 and Olympus Stylus 7010. The full galleries are viewable at Olympus SZ-15 Gallery and Olympus 7010 Gallery.

For anybody who is planning to carry your camera frequently, you will need to factor its weight and measurements. The Olympus SZ-15 provides outer dimensions of 108mm x 70mm x 40mm (4.3" x 2.8" x 1.6") and a weight of 250 grams (0.55 lbs) whilst the Olympus 7010 has proportions of 98mm x 56mm x 26mm (3.9" x 2.2" x 1.0") along with a weight of 145 grams (0.32 lbs).

Check the Olympus SZ-15 versus Olympus 7010 in the latest Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Bear in mind, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will change depending on the lens you are utilising at the time. Following is the front view physical size comparison of the SZ-15 vs the 7010.

Factoring in size and weight, the portability grade of the SZ-15 and 7010 is 88 and 94 respectively.

Usually, it's difficult to visualize the difference in sensor sizing just by seeing technical specs. The graphic here may provide you a greater sense of the sensor sizes in the SZ-15 and 7010.

As you have seen, each of the cameras enjoy the same exact sensor sizing albeit different resolution. You should expect the Olympus SZ-15 to produce greater detail because of its extra 4 Megapixels. Higher resolution can also allow you to crop pictures far more aggressively. The more modern SZ-15 provides an advantage with regard to sensor technology.