Olympus SZ-15 vs Samsung NX3000

Here, we will be evaluating the Olympus SZ-15 versus Samsung NX3000, former is a Small Sensor Superzoom while the latter is a Entry-Level Mirrorless by competitors Olympus and Samsung. The image resolution of the SZ-15 (16MP) and the NX3000 (20MP) is pretty comparable but the SZ-15 (1/2.3") and NX3000 (APS-C) provide totally different sensor size.

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The SZ-15 was announced 11 months earlier than the NX3000 so they are of a similar age. Both of the cameras feature different body design with the Olympus SZ-15 being a Compact camera and the Samsung NX3000 being a Rangefinder-style mirrorless camera.

Before we go straight to a complete comparison, here is a quick view of how the SZ-15 grades versus the NX3000 when it comes to portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.

Following is a preview of the gallery images for Olympus SZ-15 & Samsung NX3000. The whole galleries are viewable at Olympus SZ-15 Gallery & Samsung NX3000 Gallery.

If you're looking to travel with your camera regularly, you have to consider its weight and measurements. The Olympus SZ-15 has got outside measurements of 108mm x 70mm x 40mm (4.3" x 2.8" x 1.6") along with a weight of 250 grams (0.55 lbs) whilst the Samsung NX3000 has proportions of 117mm x 66mm x 39mm (4.6" x 2.6" x 1.5") and a weight of 230 grams (0.51 lbs).

Look at the Olympus SZ-15 versus Samsung NX3000 in our brand new Camera & Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Always remember, the weight of an ILC will change dependant on the lens you select at the time. The following is a front view sizing comparison of the SZ-15 vs the NX3000.

Using size and weight, the portability grade of the SZ-15 and NX3000 is 88 and 89 respectively.

Usually, it is tough to visualise the contrast in sensor dimensions simply by checking out technical specs. The picture below will give you a much better sense of the sensor measurements in the SZ-15 and NX3000.

As you can tell, each of the cameras come with different megapixels and different sensor dimensions. The SZ-15 having a smaller sensor will make shooting shallow depth of field tougher and the Samsung NX3000 will show extra detail with its extra 4MP. Higher resolution will also help you crop pictures a good deal more aggressively. The more aged SZ-15 will be behind in sensor innovation.