Olympus SZ-15 vs Pentax WG-10

In this write-up, we are analyzing the Olympus SZ-15 and Pentax WG-10, one being a Small Sensor Superzoom and the other is a Waterproof by competitors Olympus and Pentax. The image resolution of the SZ-15 (16MP) and the WG-10 (14MP) is fairly similar and they use the same exact sensor sizing (1/2.3").

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The SZ-15 was manufactured very close to the WG-10 and they are both of a similar generation. Both of these cameras offer the identical body type (Compact).

Before delving in to a complete comparison, below is a simple view of how the SZ-15 matches up vs the WG-10 when it comes to portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.

The following is a sample of the gallery pictures for Olympus SZ-15 and Pentax WG-10. The entire galleries are available at Olympus SZ-15 Gallery and Pentax WG-10 Gallery.

For anybody who is going to lug around your camera regularly, you're going to have to take into account its weight and measurements. The Olympus SZ-15 features outer measurements of 108mm x 70mm x 40mm (4.3" x 2.8" x 1.6") having a weight of 250 grams (0.55 lbs) whilst the Pentax WG-10 has proportions of 116mm x 59mm x 29mm (4.6" x 2.3" x 1.1") accompanied by a weight of 167 grams (0.37 lbs).

Examine the Olympus SZ-15 and Pentax WG-10 in the new Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Do not forget, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will change dependant on the lens you have at that moment. Underneath is the front view physical size comparison of the SZ-15 compared to the WG-10.

Using dimensions and weight, the portability rating of the SZ-15 and WG-10 is 88 and 93 respectively.

More often than not, it can be hard to visualize the contrast between sensor measurements simply by reading technical specs. The graphic below may provide you a stronger sense of the sensor sizing in the SZ-15 and WG-10.

As you can tell, each of these cameras offer the same exact sensor sizing but different MP. You should anticipate the Olympus SZ-15 to offer you extra detail due to its extra 2MP. Greater resolution will let you crop images a little more aggressively.