Olympus SZ-15 vs Pentax RZ10

The following is a thorough analysis of the Olympus SZ-15 versus Pentax RZ10, one is a Small Sensor Superzoom and the latter is a Small Sensor Compact by rivals Olympus and Pentax. The image resolution of the SZ-15 (16MP) and the RZ10 (14MP) is relatively similar and both cameras have the same sensor measurements (1/2.3").

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The SZ-15 was brought out 24 months after the RZ10 which makes them a generation away from one another. Both cameras have the same body design (Compact).

Before delving straight to a more detailed comparison, here is a simple summary of how the SZ-15 grades versus the RZ10 when it comes to portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.

The following is a preview of the gallery photos for Olympus SZ-15 and Pentax Optio RZ10. The entire galleries are viewable at Olympus SZ-15 Gallery and Pentax RZ10 Gallery.

For anybody who is going to travel with your camera regularly, you are going to need to consider its weight and proportions. The Olympus SZ-15 offers exterior dimensions of 108mm x 70mm x 40mm (4.3" x 2.8" x 1.6") with a weight of 250 grams (0.55 lbs) while the Pentax RZ10 has measurements of 97mm x 61mm x 33mm (3.8" x 2.4" x 1.3") with a weight of 178 grams (0.39 lbs).

Contrast the Olympus SZ-15 versus Pentax RZ10 in the all new Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Bear in mind, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will vary dependant on the lens you choose at the time. The following is a front view size comparison of the SZ-15 vs the RZ10.

Considering dimensions and weight, the portability score of the SZ-15 and RZ10 is 88 and 92 respectively.

Typically, its hard to see the difference between sensor dimensions purely by reading a spec sheet. The image underneath might provide you a clearer sense of the sensor dimensions in the SZ-15 and RZ10.

As you can see, the two cameras have the same sensor dimensions albeit not the same MP. You should count on the Olympus SZ-15 to deliver more detail having its extra 2 Megapixels. Higher resolution will help you crop pictures a bit more aggressively. The more recent SZ-15 is going to have a benefit when it comes to sensor tech.