Olympus SZ-15 vs Panasonic XS1

On this page, we are matching up the Olympus SZ-15 and Panasonic XS1, former is a Small Sensor Superzoom while the other is a Small Sensor Compact by competitors Olympus and Panasonic. The image resolution of the SZ-15 (16MP) and the XS1 (16MP) is fairly comparable and both cameras provide the same sensor size (1/2.3").

Photography Glossary

The SZ-15 was announced 6 months after the XS1 and they are of a similar age. Each of the cameras have the same body design (Compact).

Before diving into a complete comparison, here is a quick introduction of how the SZ-15 matches up vs the XS1 for portability, imaging, features and an overall score.

Below is a sample of the gallery pictures for Olympus SZ-15 & Panasonic Lumix DMC-XS1. The whole galleries are viewable at Olympus SZ-15 Gallery & Panasonic XS1 Gallery.

For those who are going to carry around your camera frequently, you have to consider its weight and volume. The Olympus SZ-15 offers exterior dimensions 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 XS1 has sizing of 94mm x 54mm x 14mm (3.7" x 2.1" x 0.6") and a weight of 103 grams (0.23 lbs).

Compare the Olympus SZ-15 and Panasonic XS1 in our brand new Camera plus Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Remember that, the weight of an ILC will change depending on the lens you have chosen at the time. The following is a front view measurement comparison of the SZ-15 versus the XS1.

Factoring in dimensions and weight, the portability grade of the SZ-15 and XS1 is 88 and 97 respectively.

More often than not, it is hard to see the gap in sensor sizes simply by checking out specs. The image underneath will give you a better sense of the sensor sizes in the SZ-15 and XS1.

As you can plainly see, both of those cameras have the same sensor dimensions and the identical megapixels and you can expect comparable quality of photos but you might want to take the age of the cameras into account.