Olympus SZ-15 vs Olympus TG-320
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Olympus SZ-15 vs Olympus TG-320 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)
- 14MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 2.7" Fixed Screen
- ISO 80 - 1600
- Sensor-shift Image Stabilization
- 1280 x 720 video
- 28-102mm (F3.5-5.1) lens
- 155g - 96 x 63 x 23mm
- Released January 2012

Olympus SZ-15 vs Olympus TG-320 Overview
Here, we will be contrasting the Olympus SZ-15 and Olympus TG-320, one being a Small Sensor Superzoom and the latter is a Waterproof and both of them are produced by Olympus. The image resolution of the SZ-15 (16MP) and the TG-320 (14MP) is relatively comparable and both cameras offer the identical sensor measurements (1/2.3").

The SZ-15 was manufactured 18 months later than the TG-320 which makes them a generation apart from one another. Both cameras feature the same body design (Compact).
Before diving into a step-by-step comparison, here is a quick introduction of how the SZ-15 matches up vs the TG-320 in regards to portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.

Olympus SZ-15 vs Olympus TG-320 Gallery
Below is a preview of the gallery photos for Olympus SZ-15 and Olympus TG-320. The entire galleries are provided at Olympus SZ-15 Gallery and Olympus TG-320 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Olympus SZ-15 over the Olympus TG-320
SZ-15 | TG-320 | |||
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Released | June 2013 | ![]() | January 2012 | More recent by 18 months |
Focus manually | ![]() | More exact focusing | ||
Screen size | 3" | ![]() | 2.7" | Bigger screen (+0.3") |
Screen resolution | 460k | ![]() | 230k | Crisper screen (+230k dot) |
Reasons to pick Olympus TG-320 over the Olympus SZ-15
TG-320 | SZ-15 |
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Common features in the Olympus SZ-15 and Olympus TG-320
SZ-15 | TG-320 | |||
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Screen type | Fixed | ![]() | Fixed | Fixed screen |
Selfie screen | ![]() | No selfie screen | ||
Touch screen | ![]() | Neither comes with Touch screen |
Olympus SZ-15 vs Olympus TG-320 Physical Comparison
If you're going to lug around your camera, you'll need to take into account its weight and proportions. The Olympus SZ-15 comes with outside dimensions of 108mm x 70mm x 40mm (4.3" x 2.8" x 1.6") along with a weight of 250 grams (0.55 lbs) whilst the Olympus TG-320 has measurements of 96mm x 63mm x 23mm (3.8" x 2.5" x 0.9") with a weight of 155 grams (0.34 lbs).
Contrast the Olympus SZ-15 and Olympus TG-320 in the all new Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.
Bear in mind, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will vary based on the lens you are working with during that time. The following is a front view measurements comparison of the SZ-15 vs the TG-320.

Taking into consideration dimensions and weight, the portability grade of the SZ-15 and TG-320 is 88 and 94 respectively.

Olympus SZ-15 vs Olympus TG-320 Sensor Comparison
Sometimes, it's tough to see the gap in sensor measurements simply by seeing specifications. The graphic below might offer you a greater sense of the sensor dimensions in the SZ-15 and TG-320.
Plainly, each of the cameras come with the identical sensor size albeit not the same MP. You should count on the Olympus SZ-15 to show extra detail due to its extra 2MP. Higher resolution can also let you crop photographs a good deal more aggressively. The younger SZ-15 will have an advantage with regard to sensor innovation.

Olympus SZ-15 vs Olympus TG-320 Screen and ViewFinder


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Olympus SZ-15 vs Olympus TG-320 Specifications
Olympus SZ-15 | Olympus TG-320 | |
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General Information | ||
Brand Name | Olympus | Olympus |
Model type | Olympus SZ-15 | Olympus TG-320 |
Class | Small Sensor Superzoom | Waterproof |
Launched | 2013-06-21 | 2012-01-10 |
Body design | Compact | Compact |
Sensor Information | ||
Chip | - | TruePic III+ |
Sensor type | CCD | CCD |
Sensor size | 1/2.3" | 1/2.3" |
Sensor measurements | 6.17 x 4.55mm | 6.17 x 4.55mm |
Sensor area | 28.1mm² | 28.1mm² |
Sensor resolution | 16 megapixel | 14 megapixel |
Anti alias filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 1:1, 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 | - |
Maximum resolution | 4608 x 3456 | 4288 x 3216 |
Maximum native ISO | 3200 | 1600 |
Lowest native ISO | 100 | 80 |
RAW data | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Manual focusing | ||
Touch to focus | ||
AF continuous | ||
AF single | ||
Tracking AF | ||
Selective AF | ||
Center weighted AF | ||
Multi area AF | ||
AF live view | ||
Face detect AF | ||
Contract detect AF | ||
Phase detect AF | ||
Cross type focus points | - | - |
Lens | ||
Lens mount type | fixed lens | fixed lens |
Lens zoom range | 23-483mm (21.0x) | 28-102mm (3.6x) |
Max aperture | f/2.8-5.9 | f/3.5-5.1 |
Macro focusing distance | 5cm | 3cm |
Crop factor | 5.8 | 5.8 |
Screen | ||
Range of display | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
Display diagonal | 3 inch | 2.7 inch |
Display resolution | 460 thousand dot | 230 thousand dot |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch screen | ||
Display tech | LCD | TFT Color LCD |
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder type | None | None |
Features | ||
Slowest shutter speed | 8s | 4s |
Maximum shutter speed | 1/2000s | 1/2000s |
Continuous shooting speed | 10.0 frames/s | 1.0 frames/s |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Expose Manually | ||
Exposure compensation | Yes | - |
Change WB | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Integrated flash | ||
Flash distance | 3.50 m | 5.80 m |
Flash settings | Auto, On, Off, Red-Eye, Fill-in, Slow Sync | Auto, On, Off, Red-Eye, Fill-in |
External flash | ||
AE bracketing | ||
WB bracketing | ||
Exposure | ||
Multisegment metering | ||
Average metering | ||
Spot metering | ||
Partial metering | ||
AF area metering | ||
Center weighted metering | ||
Video features | ||
Supported 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) |
Maximum video resolution | 1920x1080 | 1280x720 |
Video data format | AVI MPEG4, Motion JPEG | MPEG-4, H.264 |
Microphone 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 grams (0.55 lb) | 155 grams (0.34 lb) |
Physical dimensions | 108 x 70 x 40mm (4.3" x 2.8" x 1.6") | 96 x 63 x 23mm (3.8" x 2.5" x 0.9") |
DXO scores | ||
DXO All around 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 | - | 150 shots |
Battery format | - | Battery Pack |
Battery ID | SLB-10A | LI-42B |
Self timer | Yes (2 or 10 sec, Double) | Yes (2 or 12 sec, pet auto shutter) |
Time lapse recording | ||
Storage media | SD/SDHC/SDXC | SD/SDHC/SDXC |
Storage slots | 1 | 1 |
Retail price | $200 | $0 |