Olympus SZ-15 vs Sony A33

In this article, we will be reviewing the Olympus SZ-15 vs Sony A33, one being a Small Sensor Superzoom and the latter is a Entry-Level DSLR by brands Olympus and Sony. The sensor resolution of the SZ-15 (16MP) and the A33 (14MP) is relatively close but the SZ-15 (1/2.3") and A33 (APS-C) feature totally different sensor sizes.

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The SZ-15 was announced 2 years later than the A33 and that is a fairly significant gap as far as camera tech is concerned. Both of the cameras offer different body type with the Olympus SZ-15 being a Compact camera and the Sony A33 being a Compact SLR camera.

Before getting through a in-depth comparison, below is a quick view of how the SZ-15 scores against the A33 when it comes to portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

The following is a preview of the gallery photos for Olympus SZ-15 and Sony SLT-A33. The whole galleries are viewable at Olympus SZ-15 Gallery and Sony A33 Gallery.

When you are looking to carry your camera often, you will need to factor its weight and measurements. The Olympus SZ-15 has got physical 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) while the Sony A33 has proportions of 124mm x 92mm x 85mm (4.9" x 3.6" x 3.3") accompanied by a weight of 500 grams (1.10 lbs).

Take a look at the Olympus SZ-15 vs Sony A33 in the all new Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Always remember, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will vary dependant on the lens you are utilizing at the time. Here is the front view scale comparison of the SZ-15 vs the A33.

Looking at size and weight, the portability grade of the SZ-15 and A33 is 88 and 67 respectively.

Usually, it is very hard to envision the difference in sensor sizing just by researching technical specs. The graphic here will help provide you a stronger sense of the sensor sizing in the SZ-15 and A33.

As you can tell, both of those cameras offer different megapixels and different sensor sizing. The SZ-15 with its smaller sensor will make achieving shallower depth of field more difficult and the Olympus SZ-15 will render more detail with its extra 2 Megapixels. Higher resolution will also allow you to crop shots a little more aggressively. The more modern SZ-15 is going to have a benefit in sensor tech.