Olympus SZ-15 vs Pentax WG-2

Following is a in-depth review of the Olympus SZ-15 vs Pentax WG-2, former is a Small Sensor Superzoom while the latter is a Waterproof by manufacturers Olympus and Pentax. The image resolution of the SZ-15 (16MP) and the WG-2 (16MP) is pretty well matched and both cameras have the same sensor size (1/2.3").

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The SZ-15 was unveiled 17 months after the WG-2 which makes them a generation away from one another. Both the cameras have the same body design (Compact).

Before we go straight to a comprehensive comparison, here is a short introduction of how the SZ-15 grades against the WG-2 when considering portability, imaging, features and an overall score.

Following is a preview of the gallery images for Olympus SZ-15 & Pentax Optio WG-2. The full galleries are provided at Olympus SZ-15 Gallery & Pentax WG-2 Gallery.

For anybody who is looking to carry around your camera regularly, you are going to need to factor its weight and measurements. The Olympus SZ-15 provides physical dimensions of 108mm x 70mm x 40mm (4.3" x 2.8" x 1.6") and a weight of 250 grams (0.55 lbs) and the Pentax WG-2 has proportions of 122mm x 61mm x 30mm (4.8" x 2.4" x 1.2") having a weight of 192 grams (0.42 lbs).

Analyze the Olympus SZ-15 vs Pentax WG-2 in our newest Camera & Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Bear in mind, the weight of an ILC will vary based on the lens you are working with at the time. Here is a front view sizing comparison of the SZ-15 vs the WG-2.

Using dimensions and weight, the portability rating of the SZ-15 and WG-2 is 88 and 91 respectively.

Quite often, its hard to visualise the gap between sensor sizes merely by looking at specs. The picture here will help provide you a stronger sense of the sensor sizes in the SZ-15 and WG-2.

All in all, each of these cameras provide the same sensor dimensions and the same resolution therefore you can expect similar quality of images although you should factor the launch date of the products into consideration. The more modern SZ-15 is going to have an advantage in sensor innovation.