Olympus SZ-15 vs Samsung WB2200F

Below is a complete comparison of the Olympus SZ-15 and Samsung WB2200F, both Small Sensor Superzoom cameras by competitors Olympus and Samsung. The sensor resolution of the SZ-15 (16MP) and the WB2200F (16MP) is very comparable and both cameras offer the same sensor dimensions (1/2.3").

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The SZ-15 was brought out 6 months before the WB2200F which means that they are both of a similar generation. Both of these cameras have different body design with the Olympus SZ-15 being a Compact camera and the Samsung WB2200F being a SLR-like (bridge) camera.

Before diving straight to a thorough comparison, here is a concise synopsis of how the SZ-15 matches up versus the WB2200F with respect to portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.

Below is a sample of the gallery pics for Olympus SZ-15 and Samsung WB2200F. The entire galleries are viewable at Olympus SZ-15 Gallery and Samsung WB2200F Gallery.

In case you're looking to lug around your camera, you're going to have to think about its weight and measurements. The Olympus SZ-15 has outer measurements of 108mm x 70mm x 40mm (4.3" x 2.8" x 1.6") accompanied by a weight of 250 grams (0.55 lbs) while the Samsung WB2200F has proportions of 119mm x 122mm x 99mm (4.7" x 4.8" x 3.9") and a weight of 708 grams (1.56 lbs).

Look at the Olympus SZ-15 and Samsung WB2200F in the all new Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Remember that, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will change depending on the lens you are employing at that time. Underneath is a front view measurements comparison of the SZ-15 versus the WB2200F.

Taking into account dimensions and weight, the portability grade of the SZ-15 and WB2200F is 88 and 59 respectively.

Normally, it can be difficult to imagine the contrast in sensor measurements only by seeing specs. The photograph below might provide you a stronger sense of the sensor sizing in the SZ-15 and WB2200F.

All in all, both of those cameras provide the same sensor dimensions and the identical resolution therefore you should expect comparable quality of files however you may want to consider the release date of the cameras into account.