Olympus SZ-15 vs Sony TX20

Below, we are contrasting the Olympus SZ-15 versus Sony TX20, one being a Small Sensor Superzoom and the other is a Ultracompact by rivals Olympus and Sony. The resolution of the SZ-15 (16MP) and the TX20 (16MP) is very close and they come with the exact same sensor sizes (1/2.3").

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The SZ-15 was brought out 16 months later than the TX20 making the cameras a generation apart from one another. Each of the cameras come with different body type with the Olympus SZ-15 being a Compact camera and the Sony TX20 being a Ultracompact camera.

Before delving through a full comparison, below is a simple highlight of how the SZ-15 grades against the TX20 in regards to portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.

The following is a sample of the gallery pics for Olympus SZ-15 and Sony Cyber-shot DSC-TX20. The entire galleries are viewable at Olympus SZ-15 Gallery and Sony TX20 Gallery.

For anybody who is going to lug around your camera frequently, you will want to factor its weight and size. The Olympus SZ-15 features outside dimensions of 108mm x 70mm x 40mm (4.3" x 2.8" x 1.6") and a weight of 250 grams (0.55 lbs) whilst the Sony TX20 has specifications of 96mm x 56mm x 18mm (3.8" x 2.2" x 0.7") and a weight of 133 grams (0.29 lbs).

Check the Olympus SZ-15 versus Sony TX20 in the all new Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Take into account, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will differ based on the lens you select during that time. Here is the front view sizing comparison of the SZ-15 vs the TX20.

Considering dimensions and weight, the portability grade of the SZ-15 and TX20 is 88 and 96 respectively.

Typically, it's hard to picture the contrast in sensor measurements simply by researching a spec sheet. The graphic here should offer you a more clear sense of the sensor dimensions in the SZ-15 and TX20.

As you can see, both of those cameras have got the exact same sensor measurements and the same MP and you should expect comparable quality of files however you will need to factor the release date of the cameras into account. The younger SZ-15 provides an edge with regard to sensor tech.