Olympus SZ-16 iHS vs Olympus 1

On this page, we are reviewing the Olympus SZ-16 iHS and Olympus 1, both Small Sensor Superzoom digital cameras and both of them are produced by Olympus. There is a sizeable difference between the resolutions of the SZ-16 iHS (16MP) and 1 (12MP) and the SZ-16 iHS (1/2.3") and 1 (1/1.7") boast different sensor size.

Photography Glossary

The SZ-16 iHS was launched 10 months before the 1 so they are of a similar generation. Both of the cameras have different body design with the Olympus SZ-16 iHS being a Compact camera and the Olympus 1 being a SLR-like (bridge) camera.

Before we go straight to a comprehensive comparison, here is a brief synopsis of how the SZ-16 iHS grades vs the 1 when considering portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.

Here is a sample of the gallery pics for Olympus SZ-16 iHS and Olympus Stylus 1. The complete galleries are available at Olympus SZ-16 iHS Gallery and Olympus 1 Gallery.

If you are looking to travel with your camera often, you're going to have to take into account its weight and measurements. The Olympus SZ-16 iHS has got exterior measurements of 108mm x 70mm x 40mm (4.3" x 2.8" x 1.6") having a weight of 226 grams (0.50 lbs) whilst the Olympus 1 has proportions of 116mm x 87mm x 57mm (4.6" x 3.4" x 2.2") accompanied by a weight of 402 grams (0.89 lbs).

Look at the Olympus SZ-16 iHS and Olympus 1 in the latest Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Take into account, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will change dependant on the lens you have at the time. Underneath is a front view physical size comparison of the SZ-16 iHS versus the 1.

Looking at size and weight, the portability grade of the SZ-16 iHS and 1 is 89 and 79 respectively.

Generally, it is hard to picture the gap between sensor dimensions only by reviewing specs. The picture here will provide you a more clear sense of the sensor sizing in the SZ-16 iHS and 1.

All in all, both cameras provide different megapixel count and different sensor dimensions. The SZ-16 iHS because of its tinier sensor is going to make achieving bokeh harder and the Olympus SZ-16 iHS will deliver extra detail utilizing its extra 4 Megapixels. Greater resolution will enable you to crop images more aggressively. The more aged SZ-16 iHS is going to be disadvantaged in sensor innovation.