Olympus SZ-15 vs Pentax W80

Let's look a bit more in depth at the Olympus SZ-15 versus Pentax W80, one being a Small Sensor Superzoom and the latter is a Small Sensor Compact by brands Olympus and Pentax. There exists a crucial gap among the sensor resolutions of the SZ-15 (16MP) and W80 (12MP) but both cameras boast the same sensor sizing (1/2.3").

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The SZ-15 was released 4 years later than the W80 and that is a fairly serious gap as far as camera technology is concerned. Each of the cameras have the same body design (Compact).

Before diving straight to a in depth comparison, here is a brief view of how the SZ-15 grades versus the W80 in terms of portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.

Following is a preview of the gallery photos for Olympus SZ-15 and Pentax Optio W80. The complete galleries are viewable at Olympus SZ-15 Gallery and Pentax W80 Gallery.

For anyone who is aiming to lug around your camera frequently, you're going to have to factor in its weight and size. The Olympus SZ-15 has outer measurements of 108mm x 70mm x 40mm (4.3" x 2.8" x 1.6") accompanied by a weight of 250 grams (0.55 lbs) and the Pentax W80 has specifications of 100mm x 56mm x 25mm (3.9" x 2.2" x 1.0") with a weight of 156 grams (0.34 lbs).

Look at the Olympus SZ-15 versus Pentax W80 in the latest Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Do not forget, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will vary dependant on the lens you have during that time. Following is a front view scale comparison of the SZ-15 vs the W80.

Taking into account dimensions and weight, the portability score of the SZ-15 and W80 is 88 and 94 respectively.

Sometimes, it's tough to visualize the contrast in sensor measurements just by viewing specs. The photograph here will offer you a clearer sense of the sensor measurements in the SZ-15 and W80.

As you can plainly see, each of the cameras provide the same sensor dimensions albeit different resolution. You should count on the Olympus SZ-15 to provide you with extra detail as a result of its extra 4MP. Higher resolution will also let you crop pictures more aggressively. The fresher SZ-15 provides a benefit in sensor tech.