Olympus SZ-16 iHS vs Olympus 6000

Its time to look closer at the Olympus SZ-16 iHS versus Olympus 6000, former being a Small Sensor Superzoom while the other is a Small Sensor Compact and both are created by Olympus. There exists a noticeable gap among the resolutions of the SZ-16 iHS (16MP) and 6000 (10MP) but both cameras provide the identical sensor sizes (1/2.3").

Photography Glossary

The SZ-16 iHS was brought out 3 years later than the 6000 and that is a fairly sizable difference as far as camera technology is concerned. Each of these cameras feature the same body design (Compact).

Before diving into a detailed comparison, here is a quick view of how the SZ-16 iHS matches up against the 6000 when considering portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

The following is a sample of the gallery pics for Olympus SZ-16 iHS & Olympus Stylus Tough 6000. The entire galleries are available at Olympus SZ-16 iHS Gallery & Olympus 6000 Gallery.

For anyone who is aiming to carry your camera frequently, you have to take into account its weight and measurements. The Olympus SZ-16 iHS offers exterior dimensions of 108mm x 70mm x 40mm (4.3" x 2.8" x 1.6") with a weight of 226 grams (0.50 lbs) whilst the Olympus 6000 has proportions of 95mm x 63mm x 22mm (3.7" x 2.5" x 0.9") with a weight of 179 grams (0.39 lbs).

Check out the Olympus SZ-16 iHS versus Olympus 6000 in our completely new Camera & Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Take into account, the weight of an ILC will vary depending on the lens you select at that moment. Following is a front view proportions comparison of the SZ-16 iHS compared to the 6000.

Using dimensions and weight, the portability grade of the SZ-16 iHS and 6000 is 89 and 94 respectively.

More often than not, it's tough to envision the contrast in sensor sizing merely by seeing specs. The photograph underneath might provide you a more clear sense of the sensor sizes in the SZ-16 iHS and 6000.

All in all, each of the cameras feature the identical sensor size but not the same megapixels. You can expect to see the Olympus SZ-16 iHS to produce greater detail having its extra 6MP. Greater resolution will also make it easier to crop images way more aggressively. The younger SZ-16 iHS will have an advantage when it comes to sensor innovation.