Olympus SZ-15 vs Samsung NX210

Following is a in-depth review of the Olympus SZ-15 vs Samsung NX210, one is a Small Sensor Superzoom and the other is a Entry-Level Mirrorless by rivals Olympus and Samsung. The sensor resolution of the SZ-15 (16MP) and the NX210 (20MP) is very close but the SZ-15 (1/2.3") and NX210 (APS-C) offer totally different sensor size.

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The SZ-15 was unveiled 11 months after the NX210 which means that they are of a similar generation. Both cameras feature different body design with the Olympus SZ-15 being a Compact camera and the Samsung NX210 being a Rangefinder-style mirrorless camera.

Before we go right into a complete comparison, here is a simple summary of how the SZ-15 scores versus the NX210 in regards to portability, imaging, features and an overall score.

Following is a sample of the gallery pics for Olympus SZ-15 and Samsung NX210. The full galleries are provided at Olympus SZ-15 Gallery and Samsung NX210 Gallery.

If you're aiming to carry around your camera frequently, you'll have to think about its weight and volume. The Olympus SZ-15 has got exterior measurements of 108mm x 70mm x 40mm (4.3" x 2.8" x 1.6") having a weight of 250 grams (0.55 lbs) while the Samsung NX210 has sizing of 117mm x 63mm x 37mm (4.6" x 2.5" x 1.5") having a weight of 222 grams (0.49 lbs).

Contrast the Olympus SZ-15 vs Samsung NX210 in the all new Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Take into account, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will change dependant on the lens you choose during that time. Following is a front view proportions comparison of the SZ-15 compared to the NX210.

Using size and weight, the portability score of the SZ-15 and NX210 is 88 and 90 respectively.

Usually, it is hard to see the difference in sensor sizes simply by viewing specifications. The picture underneath may offer you a better sense of the sensor sizing in the SZ-15 and NX210.

To sum up, both of these cameras feature different resolutions and different sensor sizes. The SZ-15 using its smaller sensor will make achieving shallow depth of field more difficult and the Samsung NX210 will render extra detail having an extra 4 Megapixels. Greater resolution will also make it easier to crop photos way more aggressively. The younger SZ-15 is going to have an advantage in sensor technology.