Olympus SZ-15 vs Sony W530

Following is a in depth analysis of the Olympus SZ-15 and Sony W530, one is a Small Sensor Superzoom and the latter is a Ultracompact by brands Olympus and Sony. The image resolution of the SZ-15 (16MP) and the W530 (14MP) is relatively comparable and they come with the same exact sensor sizing (1/2.3").

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The SZ-15 was introduced 2 years after the W530 which is a fairly large gap as far as camera technology is concerned. Both of the cameras offer different body type with the Olympus SZ-15 being a Compact camera and the Sony W530 being a Ultracompact camera.

Before delving straight into a comprehensive comparison, below is a simple highlight of how the SZ-15 grades against the W530 for portability, imaging, features and an overall score.

Here is a preview of the gallery photos for Olympus SZ-15 and Sony Cyber-shot DSC-W530. The whole galleries are available at Olympus SZ-15 Gallery and Sony W530 Gallery.

If you're intending to carry around your camera frequently, you will want to consider its weight and volume. The Olympus SZ-15 provides external measurements 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 W530 has sizing of 93mm x 53mm x 19mm (3.7" x 2.1" x 0.7") and a weight of 113 grams (0.25 lbs).

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Remember, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will vary based on the lens you have attached at the time. The following is the front view size comparison of the SZ-15 vs the W530.

Considering dimensions and weight, the portability grade of the SZ-15 and W530 is 88 and 96 respectively.

More often than not, its tough to visualise the contrast in sensor sizes purely by checking out technical specs. The picture below will offer you a greater sense of the sensor measurements in the SZ-15 and W530.

As you can tell, both the cameras enjoy the same exact sensor sizing albeit not the same MP. You should count on the Olympus SZ-15 to show greater detail using its extra 2 Megapixels. Higher resolution will also make it easier to crop photographs far more aggressively. The more recent SZ-15 will have an advantage with regard to sensor tech.