Olympus SZ-15 vs Olympus TG-860

Lets look closer at the Olympus SZ-15 vs Olympus TG-860, one is a Small Sensor Superzoom and the latter is a Waterproof and they are both sold by Olympus. The sensor resolution of the SZ-15 (16MP) and the TG-860 (16MP) is pretty close and they enjoy the same exact sensor size (1/2.3").

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The SZ-15 was brought out 19 months earlier than the TG-860 which makes the cameras a generation away from each other. Both of the cameras offer different body type with the Olympus SZ-15 being a Compact camera and the Olympus TG-860 being a Ultracompact camera.

Before delving straight into a complete comparison, below is a brief overview of how the SZ-15 scores against the TG-860 in terms of portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.

Here is a preview of the gallery images for Olympus SZ-15 and Olympus Stylus Tough TG-860. The entire galleries are viewable at Olympus SZ-15 Gallery and Olympus TG-860 Gallery.

If you are going to travel with your camera frequently, you'll need to consider its weight and size. The Olympus SZ-15 enjoys 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) and the Olympus TG-860 has specifications of 110mm x 64mm x 28mm (4.3" x 2.5" x 1.1") along with a weight of 224 grams (0.49 lbs).

Check the Olympus SZ-15 vs Olympus TG-860 in the latest Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Always remember, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will change depending on the lens you select at that time. Following is the front view measurements comparison of the SZ-15 compared to the TG-860.

Considering size and weight, the portability rating of the SZ-15 and TG-860 is 88 and 91 respectively.

Often, it can be hard to visualize the contrast in sensor dimensions merely by researching a spec sheet. The image underneath may provide you a greater sense of the sensor dimensions in the SZ-15 and TG-860.

As you can see, both the cameras enjoy the same exact sensor sizing and the exact same resolution so you should expect comparable quality of images however you will need to take the release date of the cameras into account. The more aged SZ-15 will be disadvantaged when it comes to sensor technology.