Olympus SZ-15 vs Panasonic G9

Here is a complete overview of the Olympus SZ-15 vs Panasonic G9, one being a Small Sensor Superzoom and the latter is a Pro Mirrorless by brands Olympus and Panasonic. The sensor resolution of the SZ-15 (16MP) and the G9 (20MP) is relatively close but the SZ-15 (1/2.3") and G9 (Four Thirds) posses different sensor measurements.

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The SZ-15 was unveiled 5 years before the G9 and that is a fairly large gap as far as camera technology is concerned. Each of the cameras have different body design with the Olympus SZ-15 being a Compact camera and the Panasonic G9 being a SLR-style mirrorless camera.

Before we go right into a step-by-step comparison, here is a quick view of how the SZ-15 matches up vs the G9 for portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

Here is a preview of the gallery photos for Olympus SZ-15 and Panasonic Lumix DC-G9. The full galleries are provided at Olympus SZ-15 Gallery and Panasonic G9 Gallery.

If you are planning to carry your camera often, you need to take into account its weight and volume. The Olympus SZ-15 features physical measurements of 108mm x 70mm x 40mm (4.3" x 2.8" x 1.6") and a weight of 250 grams (0.55 lbs) while the Panasonic G9 has sizing of 137mm x 97mm x 92mm (5.4" x 3.8" x 3.6") along with a weight of 658 grams (1.45 lbs).

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Always remember, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will vary depending on the lens you are utilising at that moment. Following is a front view over all size comparison of the SZ-15 and the G9.

Looking at dimensions and weight, the portability rating of the SZ-15 and G9 is 88 and 62 respectively.

Quite often, it is hard to imagine the contrast in sensor sizing merely by viewing specs. The visual below may give you a more clear sense of the sensor sizing in the SZ-15 and G9.

All in all, the 2 cameras provide different megapixel count and different sensor sizing. The SZ-15 using its smaller sensor is going to make achieving shallower DOF harder and the Panasonic G9 will result in more detail having an extra 4MP. Higher resolution will allow you to crop shots more aggressively. The older SZ-15 will be behind in sensor tech.