Olympus SZ-15 vs Sony TX55
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Olympus SZ-15 vs Sony TX55 Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 16MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 3" Fixed Screen
- ISO 100 - 3200
- Optical Image Stabilization
- 1920 x 1080 video
- 23-483mm (F2.8-5.9) lens
- 250g - 108 x 70 x 40mm
- Launched June 2013
(Full Review)
- 16MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 3.3" Fixed Screen
- ISO 100 - 3200
- Optical Image Stabilization
- 1920 x 1080 video
- 26-130mm (F3.5-4.8) lens
- 109g - 93 x 54 x 13mm
- Introduced July 2011

Olympus SZ-15 vs Sony TX55 Overview
Here, we will be evaluating the Olympus SZ-15 and Sony TX55, former being a Small Sensor Superzoom while the latter is a Ultracompact by brands Olympus and Sony. The sensor resolution of the SZ-15 (16MP) and the TX55 (16MP) is relatively similar and both cameras boast the identical sensor measurements (1/2.3").

The SZ-15 was brought out 24 months later than the TX55 which makes them a generation apart from each other. Both the cameras feature different body design with the Olympus SZ-15 being a Compact camera and the Sony TX55 being a Ultracompact camera.
Before delving straight to a complete comparison, here is a concise synopsis of how the SZ-15 matches up versus the TX55 in the way of portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.

Olympus SZ-15 vs Sony TX55 Gallery
Here is a preview of the gallery photos for Olympus SZ-15 & Sony Cyber-shot DSC-TX55. The entire galleries are viewable at Olympus SZ-15 Gallery & Sony TX55 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Olympus SZ-15 over the Sony TX55
SZ-15 | TX55 | |||
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Introduced | June 2013 | ![]() | July 2011 | More recent by 24 months |
Reasons to pick Sony TX55 over the Olympus SZ-15
TX55 | SZ-15 | |||
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Screen size | 3.3" | ![]() | 3" | Bigger screen (+0.3") |
Screen resolution | 1230k | ![]() | 460k | Crisper screen (+770k dot) |
Touch friendly screen | ![]() | Quickly navigate |
Common features in the Olympus SZ-15 and Sony TX55
SZ-15 | TX55 | |||
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Manual focus | ![]() | Dial precise focusing | ||
Screen type | Fixed | ![]() | Fixed | Fixed screen |
Selfie screen | ![]() | No selfie screen |
Olympus SZ-15 vs Sony TX55 Physical Comparison
For anyone who is looking to lug around your camera frequently, you'll need to factor in its weight and measurements. The Olympus SZ-15 features exterior measurements of 108mm x 70mm x 40mm (4.3" x 2.8" x 1.6") having a weight of 250 grams (0.55 lbs) while the Sony TX55 has proportions of 93mm x 54mm x 13mm (3.7" x 2.1" x 0.5") along with a weight of 109 grams (0.24 lbs).
Examine the Olympus SZ-15 and Sony TX55 in our completely new Camera & Lens Size Comparison Tool.
Don't forget, the weight of an ILC will change dependant on the lens you are employing at that moment. Following is a front view measurements comparison of the SZ-15 and the TX55.

Looking at size and weight, the portability rating of the SZ-15 and TX55 is 88 and 97 respectively.

Olympus SZ-15 vs Sony TX55 Sensor Comparison
Generally, it can be hard to visualise the gap between sensor measurements merely by reviewing a spec sheet. The graphic underneath should give you a greater sense of the sensor measurements in the SZ-15 and TX55.
Clearly, both of these cameras come with the identical sensor size and the same exact megapixels therefore you can expect similar quality of pictures however you will need to take the launch date of the products into consideration. The younger SZ-15 is going to have a benefit in sensor tech.

Olympus SZ-15 vs Sony TX55 Screen and ViewFinder


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Olympus SZ-15 vs Sony TX55 Specifications
Olympus SZ-15 | Sony Cyber-shot DSC-TX55 | |
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General Information | ||
Brand | Olympus | Sony |
Model type | Olympus SZ-15 | Sony Cyber-shot DSC-TX55 |
Type | Small Sensor Superzoom | Ultracompact |
Launched | 2013-06-21 | 2011-07-24 |
Body design | Compact | Ultracompact |
Sensor Information | ||
Powered by | - | BIONZ |
Sensor type | CCD | BSI-CMOS |
Sensor size | 1/2.3" | 1/2.3" |
Sensor measurements | 6.17 x 4.55mm | 6.17 x 4.55mm |
Sensor surface area | 28.1mm² | 28.1mm² |
Sensor resolution | 16 megapixels | 16 megapixels |
Anti alias filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 1:1, 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 | 4:3 and 16:9 |
Maximum resolution | 4608 x 3456 | 4608 x 3456 |
Maximum native ISO | 3200 | 3200 |
Lowest native ISO | 100 | 100 |
RAW format | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Focus manually | ||
Autofocus touch | ||
Autofocus continuous | ||
Autofocus single | ||
Autofocus tracking | ||
Autofocus selectice | ||
Autofocus center weighted | ||
Multi area autofocus | ||
Live view autofocus | ||
Face detection focus | ||
Contract detection focus | ||
Phase detection focus | ||
Total focus points | - | 9 |
Cross type focus points | - | - |
Lens | ||
Lens mount type | fixed lens | fixed lens |
Lens zoom range | 23-483mm (21.0x) | 26-130mm (5.0x) |
Highest aperture | f/2.8-5.9 | f/3.5-4.8 |
Macro focusing range | 5cm | 3cm |
Crop factor | 5.8 | 5.8 |
Screen | ||
Screen type | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
Screen size | 3" | 3.3" |
Resolution of screen | 460k dot | 1,230k dot |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch operation | ||
Screen tech | LCD | XtraFine OLED display |
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder type | None | None |
Features | ||
Lowest shutter speed | 8 secs | 30 secs |
Highest shutter speed | 1/2000 secs | 1/1600 secs |
Continuous shooting speed | 10.0 frames per sec | 10.0 frames per sec |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Manually set exposure | ||
Exposure compensation | Yes | - |
Set white balance | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Built-in flash | ||
Flash distance | 3.50 m | 3.70 m |
Flash modes | Auto, On, Off, Red-Eye, Fill-in, Slow Sync | Auto, On, Off, Slow Sync |
Hot shoe | ||
Auto exposure bracketing | ||
WB bracketing | ||
Exposure | ||
Multisegment exposure | ||
Average exposure | ||
Spot exposure | ||
Partial exposure | ||
AF area exposure | ||
Center weighted exposure | ||
Video features | ||
Video resolutions | 1920 x 1080 (30fps), 1280 x 720 (30 fps), 640 x 480 (30 fps), 480fps (176 x 128), 240fps (384 x 288) | 1920 x 1080 (60fps), 1440 x 1080 (30fps), 1280 x 720 (30fps), 640 x 480 (30fps) |
Maximum video resolution | 1920x1080 | 1920x1080 |
Video format | AVI MPEG4, Motion JPEG | MPEG-4, AVCHD |
Microphone jack | ||
Headphone jack | ||
Connectivity | ||
Wireless | Built-In | Eye-Fi Connected |
Bluetooth | ||
NFC | ||
HDMI | ||
USB | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) |
GPS | BuiltIn | None |
Physical | ||
Environment seal | ||
Water proofing | ||
Dust proofing | ||
Shock proofing | ||
Crush proofing | ||
Freeze proofing | ||
Weight | 250g (0.55 lb) | 109g (0.24 lb) |
Physical dimensions | 108 x 70 x 40mm (4.3" x 2.8" x 1.6") | 93 x 54 x 13mm (3.7" x 2.1" x 0.5") |
DXO scores | ||
DXO All around rating | not tested | not tested |
DXO Color Depth rating | not tested | not tested |
DXO Dynamic range rating | not tested | not tested |
DXO Low light rating | not tested | not tested |
Other | ||
Battery life | - | 250 photos |
Battery form | - | Battery Pack |
Battery ID | SLB-10A | NP-BN |
Self timer | Yes (2 or 10 sec, Double) | Yes (2 or 10 sec, Portrait 1/2) |
Time lapse recording | ||
Type of storage | SD/SDHC/SDXC | microSD/SDHC, Memory Stick Micro |
Storage slots | Single | Single |
Price at launch | $200 | $350 |