Olympus SZ-15 vs Olympus XZ-1
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Olympus SZ-15 vs Olympus XZ-1 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
- Introduced June 2013
(Full Review)
- 10MP - 1/1.63" Sensor
- 3" Fixed Display
- ISO 100 - 6400
- Sensor-shift Image Stabilization
- 1280 x 720 video
- 28-112mm (F1.8-2.5) lens
- 275g - 111 x 65 x 42mm
- Introduced January 2011
Olympus SZ-15 vs Olympus XZ-1 Overview
Below is a extended review of the Olympus SZ-15 versus Olympus XZ-1, one being a Small Sensor Superzoom and the other is a Small Sensor Compact and both of them are built by Olympus. There is a sizeable difference among the sensor resolutions of the SZ-15 (16MP) and XZ-1 (10MP) and the SZ-15 (1/2.3") and XZ-1 (1/1.63") provide totally different sensor sizing.
Pentax 17 Pre-Orders Outperform Expectations by a LandslideThe SZ-15 was released 2 years later than the XZ-1 and that is a fairly large gap as far as camera tech is concerned. Both the cameras have the same body design (Compact).
Before getting straight to a in-depth comparison, here is a concise overview of how the SZ-15 matches up vs the XZ-1 with regards to portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.
Olympus SZ-15 vs Olympus XZ-1 Gallery
This is a sample of the gallery pictures for Olympus SZ-15 and Olympus XZ-1. The complete galleries are available at Olympus SZ-15 Gallery and Olympus XZ-1 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Olympus SZ-15 over the Olympus XZ-1
SZ-15 | XZ-1 | |||
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Introduced | June 2013 | January 2011 | More recent by 30 months |
Reasons to pick Olympus XZ-1 over the Olympus SZ-15
XZ-1 | SZ-15 | |||
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Display resolution | 614k | 460k | Sharper display (+154k dot) |
Common features in the Olympus SZ-15 and Olympus XZ-1
SZ-15 | XZ-1 | |||
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Focus manually | Dial precise focusing | |||
Display type | Fixed | Fixed | Fixed display | |
Display dimensions | 3" | 3" | Equal display measurement | |
Selfie screen | Neither features selfie screen | |||
Touch friendly display | Neither features Touch friendly display |
Olympus SZ-15 vs Olympus XZ-1 Physical Comparison
If you are looking to lug around your camera, you're going to have to take into account its weight and size. The Olympus SZ-15 enjoys physical 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 XZ-1 has specifications of 111mm x 65mm x 42mm (4.4" x 2.6" x 1.7") accompanied by a weight of 275 grams (0.61 lbs).
Compare the Olympus SZ-15 versus Olympus XZ-1 in the latest Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.Take into account, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will change based on the lens you choose at that time. Below is a front view sizing comparison of the SZ-15 against the XZ-1.
Considering size and weight, the portability score of the SZ-15 and XZ-1 is 88 and 88 respectively.
Olympus SZ-15 vs Olympus XZ-1 Sensor Comparison
Generally, it can be difficult to see the contrast in sensor measurements purely by viewing a spec sheet. The photograph underneath should provide you a better sense of the sensor measurements in the SZ-15 and XZ-1.
As you can see, each of these cameras provide different resolutions and different sensor measurements. The SZ-15 because of its smaller sensor will make getting shallower DOF trickier and the Olympus SZ-15 will render extra detail as a result of its extra 6 Megapixels. Greater resolution will help you crop images more aggressively. The more modern SZ-15 will have an advantage when it comes to sensor tech.
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Olympus SZ-15 vs Olympus XZ-1 Specifications
Olympus SZ-15 | Olympus XZ-1 | |
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General Information | ||
Company | Olympus | Olympus |
Model type | Olympus SZ-15 | Olympus XZ-1 |
Category | Small Sensor Superzoom | Small Sensor Compact |
Introduced | 2013-06-21 | 2011-01-26 |
Body design | Compact | Compact |
Sensor Information | ||
Processor Chip | - | TruePic V |
Sensor type | CCD | CCD |
Sensor size | 1/2.3" | 1/1.63" |
Sensor dimensions | 6.17 x 4.55mm | 8.07 x 5.56mm |
Sensor area | 28.1mm² | 44.9mm² |
Sensor resolution | 16MP | 10MP |
Anti alias filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 1:1, 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 | 1:1, 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 |
Highest Possible resolution | 4608 x 3456 | 3664 x 2752 |
Maximum native ISO | 3200 | 6400 |
Min native ISO | 100 | 100 |
RAW files | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Manual focusing | ||
Autofocus touch | ||
Autofocus continuous | ||
Single autofocus | ||
Tracking autofocus | ||
Autofocus selectice | ||
Autofocus center weighted | ||
Multi area autofocus | ||
Live view autofocus | ||
Face detect focus | ||
Contract detect focus | ||
Phase detect focus | ||
Total focus points | - | 11 |
Cross type focus points | - | - |
Lens | ||
Lens support | fixed lens | fixed lens |
Lens zoom range | 23-483mm (21.0x) | 28-112mm (4.0x) |
Maximum aperture | f/2.8-5.9 | f/1.8-2.5 |
Macro focusing distance | 5cm | 1cm |
Focal length multiplier | 5.8 | 4.5 |
Screen | ||
Range of display | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
Display sizing | 3" | 3" |
Display resolution | 460 thousand dot | 614 thousand dot |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch functionality | ||
Display technology | LCD | OLED |
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder type | None | Electronic (optional) |
Features | ||
Minimum shutter speed | 8 seconds | 60 seconds |
Fastest shutter speed | 1/2000 seconds | 1/2000 seconds |
Continuous shutter speed | 10.0 frames per sec | 2.0 frames per sec |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Manual exposure | ||
Exposure compensation | Yes | Yes |
Change white balance | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Inbuilt flash | ||
Flash distance | 3.50 m | 8.60 m (ISO 800) |
Flash options | Auto, On, Off, Red-Eye, Fill-in, Slow Sync | Auto, On, Off, Red-Eye, Fill-in |
Hot shoe | ||
AEB | ||
WB bracketing | ||
Exposure | ||
Multisegment | ||
Average | ||
Spot | ||
Partial | ||
AF area | ||
Center weighted | ||
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) |
Maximum video resolution | 1920x1080 | 1280x720 |
Video data format | AVI MPEG4, Motion JPEG | Motion JPEG |
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 | ||
Environmental seal | ||
Water proofing | ||
Dust proofing | ||
Shock proofing | ||
Crush proofing | ||
Freeze proofing | ||
Weight | 250 grams (0.55 pounds) | 275 grams (0.61 pounds) |
Physical dimensions | 108 x 70 x 40mm (4.3" x 2.8" x 1.6") | 111 x 65 x 42mm (4.4" x 2.6" x 1.7") |
DXO scores | ||
DXO Overall rating | not tested | 34 |
DXO Color Depth rating | not tested | 18.8 |
DXO Dynamic range rating | not tested | 10.4 |
DXO Low light rating | not tested | 117 |
Other | ||
Battery life | - | 320 shots |
Form of battery | - | Battery Pack |
Battery ID | SLB-10A | Li-50B |
Self timer | Yes (2 or 10 sec, Double) | Yes (2 or 12 sec) |
Time lapse recording | ||
Storage media | SD/SDHC/SDXC | SD/SDHC/SDXC |
Storage slots | 1 | 1 |
Retail cost | $200 | $567 |