Olympus SZ-15 vs Sony W330

Here, we will be comparing the Olympus SZ-15 versus Sony W330, one is a Small Sensor Superzoom and the latter is a Ultracompact by rivals Olympus and Sony. The sensor resolution of the SZ-15 (16MP) and the W330 (14MP) is pretty well matched and both cameras provide the identical sensor size (1/2.3").

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The SZ-15 was revealed 3 years after the W330 which is quite a serious gap as far as tech is concerned. Each of these cameras feature different body design with the Olympus SZ-15 being a Compact camera and the Sony W330 being a Ultracompact camera.

Before delving straight to a comprehensive comparison, here is a concise overview of how the SZ-15 scores vs the W330 in the way of portability, imaging, features and an overall score.

Following is a preview of the gallery images for Olympus SZ-15 and Sony Cyber-shot DSC-W330. The full galleries are viewable at Olympus SZ-15 Gallery and Sony W330 Gallery.

If you are planning to carry around your camera regularly, you'll need to think about its weight and size. The Olympus SZ-15 provides exterior measurements of 108mm x 70mm x 40mm (4.3" x 2.8" x 1.6") along with a weight of 250 grams (0.55 lbs) and the Sony W330 has specifications of 96mm x 57mm x 17mm (3.8" x 2.2" x 0.7") along with a weight of 128 grams (0.28 lbs).

Look at the Olympus SZ-15 versus Sony W330 in the new Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Always remember, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will differ dependant on the lens you choose at the time. Underneath is a front view scale comparison of the SZ-15 compared to the W330.

Taking into account size and weight, the portability score of the SZ-15 and W330 is 88 and 96 respectively.

In many cases, it can be hard to envision the gap between sensor sizes simply by checking specs. The picture here might give you a better sense of the sensor measurements in the SZ-15 and W330.

All in all, both of the cameras come with the identical sensor size albeit not the same MP. You should expect the Olympus SZ-15 to give extra detail because of its extra 2MP. Higher resolution can also help you crop photographs a good deal more aggressively. The younger SZ-15 will have an advantage with regard to sensor technology.