Olympus SZ-15 vs Samsung ST700

Lets look closer at the Olympus SZ-15 versus Samsung ST700, one being a Small Sensor Superzoom and the latter is a Ultracompact by competitors Olympus and Samsung. The sensor resolution of the SZ-15 (16MP) and the ST700 (16MP) is pretty close and both cameras provide the identical sensor size (1/2.3").

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The SZ-15 was unveiled 2 years later than the ST700 and that is a fairly sizable gap as far as camera tech is concerned. Both cameras feature different body design with the Olympus SZ-15 being a Compact camera and the Samsung ST700 being a Ultracompact camera.

Before delving into a in-depth comparison, here is a brief introduction of how the SZ-15 scores vs the ST700 for portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

Below is a preview of the gallery images for Olympus SZ-15 and Samsung ST700. The full galleries are provided at Olympus SZ-15 Gallery and Samsung ST700 Gallery.

For anybody who is aiming to carry your camera often, you need to factor in its weight and measurements. The Olympus SZ-15 has got physical dimensions of 108mm x 70mm x 40mm (4.3" x 2.8" x 1.6") with a weight of 250 grams (0.55 lbs) and the Samsung ST700 has proportions of 99mm x 55mm x 20mm (3.9" x 2.2" x 0.8") having a weight of n/a grams (0.00 lbs).

Compare the Olympus SZ-15 versus Samsung ST700 in the new Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Take into consideration, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will vary based on the lens you have attached at that moment. The following is a front view measurement comparison of the SZ-15 vs the ST700.

Looking at size and weight, the portability score of the SZ-15 and ST700 is 88 and 99 respectively.

Generally, it can be difficult to envision the gap in sensor sizing purely by viewing specs. The visual underneath will offer you a stronger sense of the sensor dimensions in the SZ-15 and ST700.

All in all, the 2 cameras come with the identical sensor size and the exact same resolution therefore you should expect comparable quality of pictures although you may want to take the production date of the cameras into account. The more modern SZ-15 will have a benefit when it comes to sensor technology.