Olympus SZ-16 iHS vs Olympus TG-320

Lets look more in depth at the Olympus SZ-16 iHS and Olympus TG-320, former is a Small Sensor Superzoom while the latter is a Waterproof and both of them are designed by Olympus. The image resolution of the SZ-16 iHS (16MP) and the TG-320 (14MP) is relatively comparable and both cameras offer the same sensor measurements (1/2.3").

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The SZ-16 iHS was announced 13 months after the TG-320 which makes them a generation away from one another. Both of the cameras have the same body design (Compact).

Before delving straight to a more detailed comparison, here is a short introduction of how the SZ-16 iHS scores vs the TG-320 when considering portability, imaging, features and an overall score.

Following is a preview of the gallery photos for Olympus SZ-16 iHS & Olympus TG-320. The whole galleries are viewable at Olympus SZ-16 iHS Gallery & Olympus TG-320 Gallery.

If you are aiming to carry around your camera, you'll need to factor its weight and dimensions. The Olympus SZ-16 iHS features exterior measurements of 108mm x 70mm x 40mm (4.3" x 2.8" x 1.6") along with a weight of 226 grams (0.50 lbs) while the Olympus TG-320 has dimensions of 96mm x 63mm x 23mm (3.8" x 2.5" x 0.9") along with a weight of 155 grams (0.34 lbs).

Examine the Olympus SZ-16 iHS and Olympus TG-320 in our newest Camera & Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Remember, the weight of an ILC will change dependant on the lens you have chosen at that moment. Below is a front view size comparison of the SZ-16 iHS versus the TG-320.

Looking at dimensions and weight, the portability rating of the SZ-16 iHS and TG-320 is 89 and 94 respectively.

Sometimes, it is very hard to envision the contrast in sensor sizes purely by seeing a spec sheet. The picture here should provide you a clearer sense of the sensor measurements in the SZ-16 iHS and TG-320.

As you can see, the two cameras have the same sensor dimensions albeit not the same megapixels. You can count on the Olympus SZ-16 iHS to produce extra detail with its extra 2MP. Higher resolution will also let you crop photographs a bit more aggressively. The more modern SZ-16 iHS will have an edge in sensor technology.