Olympus SZ-15 vs Sony W370

Here is a in depth assessment of the Olympus SZ-15 versus Sony W370, former being a Small Sensor Superzoom while the latter is a Small Sensor Compact by companies Olympus and Sony. The image resolution of the SZ-15 (16MP) and the W370 (14MP) is pretty well matched and both cameras have the identical sensor measurements (1/2.3").

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The SZ-15 was introduced 3 years later than the W370 and that is quite a big difference as far as tech is concerned. Both the cameras feature the same body design (Compact).

Before diving straight to a in depth comparison, here is a short summation of how the SZ-15 matches up versus the W370 when considering portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

This is a preview of the gallery images for Olympus SZ-15 & Sony Cyber-shot DSC-W370. The whole galleries are available at Olympus SZ-15 Gallery & Sony W370 Gallery.

If you're aiming to carry your camera, you'll have to think about its weight and dimensions. The Olympus SZ-15 enjoys outside dimensions of 108mm x 70mm x 40mm (4.3" x 2.8" x 1.6") with a weight of 250 grams (0.55 lbs) whilst the Sony W370 has dimensions of 100mm x 57mm x 26mm (3.9" x 2.2" x 1.0") and a weight of 179 grams (0.39 lbs).

Examine the Olympus SZ-15 versus Sony W370 in our newest Camera & Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Always remember, the weight of an ILC will vary dependant on the lens you select at that moment. The following is a front view physical size comparison of the SZ-15 vs the W370.

Looking at size and weight, the portability rating of the SZ-15 and W370 is 88 and 94 respectively.

Often, it is very difficult to visualise the gap between sensor sizing only by reading through technical specs. The photograph underneath might provide you a stronger sense of the sensor dimensions in the SZ-15 and W370.

As you have seen, both cameras feature the identical sensor size albeit not the same MP. You can expect the Olympus SZ-15 to resolve more detail using its extra 2MP. Higher resolution will allow you to crop shots way more aggressively. The fresher SZ-15 will have a benefit with regard to sensor tech.