Olympus SZ-15 vs Samsung Galaxy Camera 3G

Lets look a bit more in depth at the Olympus SZ-15 vs Samsung Galaxy Camera 3G, both Small Sensor Superzoom cameras by rivals Olympus and Samsung. The sensor resolution of the SZ-15 (16MP) and the Galaxy Camera 3G (16MP) is pretty close and they enjoy the exact same sensor sizing (1/2.3").

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The SZ-15 was unveiled 10 months later than the Galaxy Camera 3G which means that they are both of a similar age. Both the cameras come with the identical body type (Compact).

Before we go in to a more detailed comparison, below is a quick summary of how the SZ-15 matches up versus the Galaxy Camera 3G in terms of portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

This is a preview of the gallery images for Olympus SZ-15 & Samsung Galaxy Camera 3G. The full galleries are available at Olympus SZ-15 Gallery & Samsung Galaxy Camera 3G Gallery.

For anybody who is intending to carry your camera often, you should consider its weight and proportions. The Olympus SZ-15 provides exterior measurements of 108mm x 70mm x 40mm (4.3" x 2.8" x 1.6") and a weight of 250 grams (0.55 lbs) whilst the Samsung Galaxy Camera 3G has measurements of 129mm x 71mm x 19mm (5.1" x 2.8" x 0.7") along with a weight of 305 grams (0.67 lbs).

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Take into consideration, the weight of an ILC will change depending on the lens you are working with at that time. Below is the front view measurement comparison of the SZ-15 and the Galaxy Camera 3G.

Factoring in size and weight, the portability grade of the SZ-15 and Galaxy Camera 3G is 88 and 90 respectively.

Generally, it is tough to picture the contrast in sensor sizing purely by looking through technical specs. The photograph here might offer you a clearer sense of the sensor measurements in the SZ-15 and Galaxy Camera 3G.

As you can tell, both the cameras have got the exact same sensor measurements and the exact same resolution therefore you can expect comparable quality of pictures although you should really take the launch date of the cameras into account. The newer SZ-15 provides a benefit with regard to sensor technology.