Olympus SZ-15 vs Pentax XG-1

Lets take a closer look at the Olympus SZ-15 versus Pentax XG-1, both Small Sensor Superzoom cameras by manufacturers Olympus and Pentax. The sensor resolution of the SZ-15 (16MP) and the XG-1 (16MP) is relatively comparable and they feature the exact same sensor measurements (1/2.3").

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The SZ-15 was manufactured 12 months prior to the XG-1 which means that they are of a similar age. The two cameras come with different body type with the Olympus SZ-15 being a Compact camera and the Pentax XG-1 being a SLR-like (bridge) camera.

Before getting in to a detailed comparison, below is a simple synopsis of how the SZ-15 grades versus the XG-1 with regard to portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.

Here is a preview of the gallery photos for Olympus SZ-15 & Pentax XG-1. The entire galleries are provided at Olympus SZ-15 Gallery & Pentax XG-1 Gallery.

In case you're planning to travel with your camera, you will want to factor in its weight and dimensions. The Olympus SZ-15 has external measurements of 108mm x 70mm x 40mm (4.3" x 2.8" x 1.6") having a weight of 250 grams (0.55 lbs) and the Pentax XG-1 has dimensions of 119mm x 89mm x 98mm (4.7" x 3.5" x 3.9") and a weight of 567 grams (1.25 lbs).

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Keep in mind, the weight of an ILC will vary depending on the lens you are utilizing at that moment. The following is the front view dimensions comparison of the SZ-15 versus the XG-1.

Taking into consideration size and weight, the portability score of the SZ-15 and XG-1 is 88 and 66 respectively.

Oftentimes, it is tough to visualise the difference in sensor dimensions simply by checking out specs. The picture underneath will help give you a much better sense of the sensor measurements in the SZ-15 and XG-1.

All in all, the two cameras have got the exact same sensor measurements and the exact same megapixels therefore you can expect comparable quality of photographs however you should really take the launch date of the cameras into account. The more aged SZ-15 will be disadvantaged with regard to sensor technology.