Olympus SZ-16 iHS vs Olympus 5010

Here is a extensive assessment of the Olympus SZ-16 iHS and Olympus 5010, former being a Small Sensor Superzoom while the latter is a Ultracompact and they are both sold by Olympus. The sensor resolution of the SZ-16 iHS (16MP) and the 5010 (14MP) is pretty similar and they enjoy the same exact sensor measurements (1/2.3").

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The SZ-16 iHS was launched 3 years later than the 5010 and that is quite a sizable difference as far as tech is concerned. Both cameras offer different body type with the Olympus SZ-16 iHS being a Compact camera and the Olympus 5010 being a Ultracompact camera.

Before going through a more detailed comparison, below is a brief view of how the SZ-16 iHS matches up vs the 5010 in terms of portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

Below is a preview of the gallery images for Olympus SZ-16 iHS & Olympus Stylus 5010. The complete galleries are provided at Olympus SZ-16 iHS Gallery & Olympus 5010 Gallery.

For anybody who is going to carry your camera frequently, you will want to consider its weight and dimensions. The Olympus SZ-16 iHS features physical 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 5010 has dimensions of 95mm x 56mm x 20mm (3.7" x 2.2" x 0.8") along with a weight of 126 grams (0.28 lbs).

See the Olympus SZ-16 iHS and Olympus 5010 in our newest Camera plus Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Take into consideration, the weight of an ILC will vary depending on the lens you are using during that time. Below is the front view sizing comparison of the SZ-16 iHS compared to the 5010.

Considering size and weight, the portability grade of the SZ-16 iHS and 5010 is 89 and 96 respectively.

Generally, it can be hard to picture the difference between sensor sizing merely by going over specs. The graphic underneath should offer you a better sense of the sensor sizing in the SZ-16 iHS and 5010.

As you can plainly see, the two cameras offer the same exact sensor sizing albeit different MP. You can expect the Olympus SZ-16 iHS to deliver extra detail utilizing its extra 2 Megapixels. Higher resolution can also enable you to crop photographs a little more aggressively. The fresher SZ-16 iHS should have a benefit in sensor technology.