Olympus SZ-15 vs Pentax X90

Below, we are comparing the Olympus SZ-15 and Pentax X90, both Small Sensor Superzoom digital cameras by rivals Olympus and Pentax. There is a big difference between the image resolutions of the SZ-15 (16MP) and X90 (12MP) but they come with the exact same sensor dimensions (1/2.3").

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The SZ-15 was revealed 3 years later than the X90 and that is quite a big gap as far as tech is concerned. Each of the cameras come with different body type with the Olympus SZ-15 being a Compact camera and the Pentax X90 being a SLR-like (bridge) camera.

Before delving through a in depth comparison, below is a brief highlight of how the SZ-15 matches up versus the X90 in regards to portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

This is a sample of the gallery pics for Olympus SZ-15 and Pentax X90. The full galleries are available at Olympus SZ-15 Gallery and Pentax X90 Gallery.

If you're intending to carry your camera, you'll have to factor in its weight and volume. The Olympus SZ-15 features outer 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 X90 has sizing of 111mm x 85mm x 110mm (4.4" x 3.3" x 4.3") along with a weight of 428 grams (0.94 lbs).

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Bear in mind, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will differ depending on the lens you have at that time. Here is the front view proportions comparison of the SZ-15 compared to the X90.

Using size and weight, the portability grade of the SZ-15 and X90 is 88 and 69 respectively.

Generally, it can be tough to see the gap between sensor sizing just by going over specs. The graphic underneath may offer you a more clear sense of the sensor sizes in the SZ-15 and X90.

All in all, both of the cameras have got the exact same sensor measurements but not the same megapixels. You should expect to see the Olympus SZ-15 to offer you extra detail because of its extra 4 Megapixels. Greater resolution will also enable you to crop pics much more aggressively. The more recent SZ-15 will have an edge in sensor technology.