Olympus SZ-15 vs Sony TX100V

Below, we are evaluating the Olympus SZ-15 and Sony TX100V, one is a Small Sensor Superzoom and the other is a Ultracompact by rivals Olympus and Sony. The resolution of the SZ-15 (16MP) and the TX100V (16MP) is fairly well matched and they use the exact same sensor size (1/2.3").

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The SZ-15 was manufactured 2 years after the TX100V which is quite a serious gap as far as tech is concerned. Each of these cameras come with different body type with the Olympus SZ-15 being a Compact camera and the Sony TX100V being a Ultracompact camera.

Before going through a more detailed comparison, below is a brief view of how the SZ-15 scores versus the TX100V in regards to portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.

Following is a sample of the gallery pictures for Olympus SZ-15 and Sony Cyber-shot DSC-TX100V. The entire galleries are provided at Olympus SZ-15 Gallery and Sony TX100V Gallery.

In case you're planning to travel with your camera, you'll have to consider its weight and proportions. The Olympus SZ-15 has got external dimensions of 108mm x 70mm x 40mm (4.3" x 2.8" x 1.6") having a weight of 250 grams (0.55 lbs) whilst the Sony TX100V has measurements of 97mm x 59mm x 18mm (3.8" x 2.3" x 0.7") with a weight of 147 grams (0.32 lbs).

Take a look at the Olympus SZ-15 and Sony TX100V in the new Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Do not forget, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will vary based on the lens you are using during that time. Here is the front view scale comparison of the SZ-15 and the TX100V.

Looking at size and weight, the portability grade of the SZ-15 and TX100V is 88 and 95 respectively.

Usually, it's hard to picture the gap between sensor dimensions just by reading through specifications. The picture below will give you a stronger sense of the sensor sizes in the SZ-15 and TX100V.

To sum up, the two cameras have got the exact same sensor measurements and the exact same MP therefore you should expect similar quality of photos however you need to factor the production date of the products into consideration. The fresher SZ-15 should have a benefit in sensor technology.