Olympus SZ-16 iHS vs Olympus VH-410
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Olympus SZ-16 iHS vs Olympus VH-410 Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 16MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 3" Fixed Display
- ISO 80 - 6400
- Sensor-shift Image Stabilization
- 1280 x 720 video
- 25-600mm (F3.0-6.9) lens
- 226g - 108 x 70 x 40mm
- Announced January 2013
(Full Review)
- 16MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 3" Fixed Display
- ISO 100 - 1600
- Sensor-shift Image Stabilization
- 1280 x 720 video
- 26-130mm (F2.8-6.5) lens
- 152g - 102 x 60 x 21mm
- Launched August 2012
Olympus SZ-16 iHS vs Olympus VH-410 Overview
On this page, we are evaluating the Olympus SZ-16 iHS vs Olympus VH-410, one being a Small Sensor Superzoom and the other is a Small Sensor Compact and they are both sold by Olympus. The resolution of the SZ-16 iHS (16MP) and the VH-410 (16MP) is fairly comparable and both cameras have the same sensor measurements (1/2.3").
Meta to Introduce 'AI-Generated' Labels for Media starting next monthThe SZ-16 iHS was released 5 months later than the VH-410 and they are both of a similar generation. Both of these cameras have the same body design (Compact).
Before going straight to a step-by-step comparison, here is a simple summation of how the SZ-16 iHS scores versus the VH-410 for portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.
Olympus SZ-16 iHS vs Olympus VH-410 Gallery
Below is a sample of the gallery pictures for Olympus SZ-16 iHS and Olympus VH-410. The complete galleries are provided at Olympus SZ-16 iHS Gallery and Olympus VH-410 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Olympus SZ-16 iHS over the Olympus VH-410
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Reasons to pick Olympus VH-410 over the Olympus SZ-16 iHS
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Touch friendly display | Easily navigate |
Common features in the Olympus SZ-16 iHS and Olympus VH-410
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Launched | January 2013 | August 2012 | Same generation | |
Manual focus | Lack of manual focusing | |||
Display type | Fixed | Fixed | Fixed display | |
Display dimensions | 3" | 3" | Equal display measurements | |
Display resolution | 460k | 460k | Equal display resolution | |
Selfie screen | Absent selfie screen |
Olympus SZ-16 iHS vs Olympus VH-410 Physical Comparison
When you are aiming to lug around your camera often, you are going to need to think about its weight and size. The Olympus SZ-16 iHS has got physical dimensions of 108mm x 70mm x 40mm (4.3" x 2.8" x 1.6") and a weight of 226 grams (0.50 lbs) while the Olympus VH-410 has specifications of 102mm x 60mm x 21mm (4.0" x 2.4" x 0.8") accompanied by a weight of 152 grams (0.34 lbs).
See the Olympus SZ-16 iHS vs Olympus VH-410 in the all new Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.Remember, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will differ based on the lens you use at that moment. The following is a front view dimensions comparison of the SZ-16 iHS versus the VH-410.
Taking into account size and weight, the portability grade of the SZ-16 iHS and VH-410 is 89 and 95 respectively.
Olympus SZ-16 iHS vs Olympus VH-410 Sensor Comparison
Often, it can be hard to visualize the gap in sensor measurements just by going through a spec sheet. The graphic below may offer you a more clear sense of the sensor dimensions in the SZ-16 iHS and VH-410.
Clearly, the 2 cameras have the same sensor dimensions and the exact same megapixels and you should expect comparable quality of pictures though you will want to factor the release date of the cameras into account.
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Olympus SZ-16 iHS vs Olympus VH-410 Specifications
Olympus SZ-16 iHS | Olympus VH-410 | |
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General Information | ||
Brand | Olympus | Olympus |
Model type | Olympus SZ-16 iHS | Olympus VH-410 |
Class | Small Sensor Superzoom | Small Sensor Compact |
Announced | 2013-01-08 | 2012-08-21 |
Body design | Compact | Compact |
Sensor Information | ||
Chip | - | TruePic III+ |
Sensor type | CMOS | CCD |
Sensor size | 1/2.3" | 1/2.3" |
Sensor dimensions | 6.17 x 4.55mm | 6.17 x 4.55mm |
Sensor area | 28.1mm² | 28.1mm² |
Sensor resolution | 16 megapixel | 16 megapixel |
Anti alias filter | ||
Aspect ratio | - | 4:3 and 16:9 |
Highest resolution | 4608 x 3456 | 4608 x 3456 |
Highest native ISO | 6400 | 1600 |
Min native ISO | 80 | 100 |
RAW files | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Manual focusing | ||
Autofocus touch | ||
Autofocus continuous | ||
Autofocus single | ||
Tracking autofocus | ||
Autofocus selectice | ||
Autofocus center weighted | ||
Multi area autofocus | ||
Live view autofocus | ||
Face detect autofocus | ||
Contract detect autofocus | ||
Phase detect autofocus | ||
Cross type focus points | - | - |
Lens | ||
Lens support | fixed lens | fixed lens |
Lens zoom range | 25-600mm (24.0x) | 26-130mm (5.0x) |
Maximal aperture | f/3.0-6.9 | f/2.8-6.5 |
Macro focusing range | - | 5cm |
Focal length multiplier | 5.8 | 5.8 |
Screen | ||
Display type | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
Display size | 3 inch | 3 inch |
Display resolution | 460 thousand dot | 460 thousand dot |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch screen | ||
Display technology | TFT Color LCD | TFT Color LCD |
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder type | None | None |
Features | ||
Slowest shutter speed | 4 seconds | 4 seconds |
Maximum shutter speed | 1/2000 seconds | 1/2000 seconds |
Continuous shooting speed | 2.0fps | 2.0fps |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Manually set exposure | ||
Custom white balance | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Built-in flash | ||
Flash distance | - | 4.70 m |
Flash modes | Auto, On, Off, Red-Eye, Fill-in | Auto, On, Off, Red-Eye, Fill-in |
Hot shoe | ||
Auto exposure bracketing | ||
WB bracketing | ||
Exposure | ||
Multisegment exposure | ||
Average exposure | ||
Spot exposure | ||
Partial exposure | ||
AF area exposure | ||
Center weighted exposure | ||
Video features | ||
Supported video resolutions | 1280 x 720 (30 fps), 640 x 480 (30 fps), 320 x 180 (30fps) | 1280 x 720 (30,15 fps), 640 x 480 (30, 15 fps), 320 x 180 (30,15 fps) |
Highest video resolution | 1280x720 | 1280x720 |
Video format | MPEG-4, H.264 | Motion JPEG |
Mic jack | ||
Headphone jack | ||
Connectivity | ||
Wireless | None | Eye-Fi Connected |
Bluetooth | ||
NFC | ||
HDMI | ||
USB | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) |
GPS | None | None |
Physical | ||
Environmental seal | ||
Water proofing | ||
Dust proofing | ||
Shock proofing | ||
Crush proofing | ||
Freeze proofing | ||
Weight | 226 grams (0.50 pounds) | 152 grams (0.34 pounds) |
Physical dimensions | 108 x 70 x 40mm (4.3" x 2.8" x 1.6") | 102 x 60 x 21mm (4.0" x 2.4" x 0.8") |
DXO scores | ||
DXO All around rating | not tested | not tested |
DXO Color Depth rating | not tested | not tested |
DXO Dynamic range rating | not tested | not tested |
DXO Low light rating | not tested | not tested |
Other | ||
Battery life | 220 shots | - |
Form of battery | Battery Pack | - |
Battery ID | LI-50B | LI-50B |
Self timer | Yes (2 or 12 sec, pet auto shutter) | Yes (2 or 12 sec) |
Time lapse shooting | ||
Storage media | SD/SDHC/SDXC | SD/SDHC/SDXC |
Storage slots | One | One |
Retail cost | $230 | $186 |